Protection from harm is one of our children’s most integral human rights and instinct for most of us. Car passenger deaths is one of the leading causes of loss of Read more
Category: The Basics
There are certain things that are relevant to all car seats, regardless of the stage. #CarseatFullstop shares tips on choosing a car seat, common mistakes to look out for, deciphering various terms, explaining crash tests and results, and offering best practice tips specific to the South African car seat environment.
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How to respond to common car seat arguments
Car seat arguments seem to pop up wherever I go (it’s not me, is it?!) There are some incredibly smart people that think it’s exaggeration to say a car seat Read more
So what do you look for when selecting an infant seat?
When it comes to investing in items for your kids, it’s important to remember that all our needs are different. The items we choose are dependent on our lifestyle, our Read more
Breaking down the cost of car seats
Car seats are expensive. Better car seats are more expensive. The cost of car seats is a common debate, even though in the end it isn’t really relevant. The safest Read more
Dear Grandparents… This is why my child needs to be in a car seat
One of the toughest things you face when you are trying to keep your children safe with car seats is resistance from other people… While a stranger or casual acquaintance’s Read more
How to share information that people don’t want to hear
We have had a lot of people asking how they can approach somebody they know about how critical car seats are without putting them on the defensive. There is a Read more
Did you know? The car seat edition
Did you know that purchasing a car seat is the single most important – and difficult – decision you will make as a parent? If you are here, you probably Read more
Top tips for buying a car seat at a Baby Expo
Baby Expo specials are flashing all around us. Many families are reaching out and asking what to look for when buying a car seat on sale. I thought I would Read more
5 tips to distract baby in the car
Hands up if your boobs leak when you hear a crying baby? If your mind goes blank? You grit your teeth while trying to talk sweetly, over the loud screams? Read more
How to keep your kids safe when travelling
Car seats haven’t been a topic for debate in our family. I was adamant about getting a fantastic car seat for Harley when she was an infant. When it was Read more