<![CDATA[Car Seats]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Splurge or steal: Big kid booster seats]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987093/best-car-booster-seat-for-kids Your kiddo is ready to graduate from her five-point harness into a booster seat, but your head is spinning from all of the options available! And the toughest part? You can't distinguish between the ones that are under $50 and the ones that cost three times as much. Let us help you decide if you should go budget or break the bank on a booster seat. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987093/best-car-booster-seat-for-kids Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Katie Kavulla Fri, 12 Oct 2012 07:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[New baby gear for fall 2012]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970759/new-baby-gear-for-fall-2012 Baby gear evolves and changes so frequently it can be hard to keep up with the latest, greatest, safest and trendiest items for Baby — and parents. This fall, the baby gear industry reveals an infant car seat that matches a popular jogging stroller, a play yard that is a breeze to use and much more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970759/new-baby-gear-for-fall-2012 Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Baby Gear Christina Holt Mon, 08 Oct 2012 07:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Safe and comfortable car seats ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/972013/2012-parenting-awards-finalists-car-seats For the month of October, we're sharing the finalists in 12 categories of our 2012 SheKnows Parenting Awards. Get the scoop on four car seats that ensure safe and comfortable travel. And don't forget to vote for your favorite before October 31. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/972013/2012-parenting-awards-finalists-car-seats Parenting Laura Willard Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:45:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Child Passenger Safety Week: Safety tips for parents ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/971649/child-passenger-safety-week-safety-tips-for-parents Did you know that motor vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death for children between one and 12 years old? Child Passenger Safety Week, a time to bring awareness to the importance of having children properly buckled into car seats and booster seats, runs from September 16 to September 22. How aware are you? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/971649/child-passenger-safety-week-safety-tips-for-parents Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Laura Willard Tue, 04 Sep 2012 08:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Ali Landry speaks up for car seat safety]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970109/ali-landry-speaks-up-for-car-seat-safety-red-carpet-event Actress Ali Landry is spreading the word about child car seat safety — the 2nd Annual Red CARpet Event sponsored by Britax is coming up on September 8. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970109/ali-landry-speaks-up-for-car-seat-safety-red-carpet-event Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health SheKnows Parenting Editors Tue, 24 Jul 2012 11:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Past its prime: What to do with an expired car seat]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966293/what-to-do-with-an-expired-car-seat Expired car seats can be a hot topic in the parenting world, but no matter how you feel about car seat expiration dates, there will come a time when the car seat your child is currently using will be expired, meaning you can no longer sell it online, via Craigslist or at a consignment store. So, what exactly are you supposed to do with your expired car seat? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966293/what-to-do-with-an-expired-car-seat Parenting Katie Kavulla Mon, 23 Jul 2012 11:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[The summer’s hottest strollers and car seats]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966613/the-summers-hottest-strollers-and-car-seats These strollers and car seats not only look good, they keep your little one safe and comfortable in the warm summer weather – and beyond. Stroll and travel with some of the summer’s most popular baby gear! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966613/the-summers-hottest-strollers-and-car-seats Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Baby Gear Christina Holt Tue, 08 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[More new baby gear for 2012]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958809/baby-gear-strollers-and-carseats While we're only a few months into 2012, this year continues to bring some of the best and most desired baby gear to parents and lucky babies all over the U.S. Check out some of the recently released baby gear and find out why we love them so much. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958809/baby-gear-strollers-and-carseats Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Baby Gear Christina Holt Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Convertible car seats: Which one is right for you?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946655/convertible-car-seats-which-one-is-right-for-you Shopping for convertible car seats can be overwhelming because of the choices available to parents. It's possible to find the best car seat for your child, your budget and your car. Check out some of the most popular convertible car seats to see which one is right for you. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946655/convertible-car-seats-which-one-is-right-for-you Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Baby Gear Christina Holt Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:30:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Infant car seats: Which one is right for you?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/pregnancy-and-baby/articles/848267/infant-car-seats-which-one-is-right-for-you Shopping for car seats can be a little overwhelming. There are so many options for infant car seats that do the same thing -- but do they? Check out some great car seats to see which one is right for you and your baby. http://www.sheknows.com/pregnancy-and-baby/articles/848267/infant-car-seats-which-one-is-right-for-you Pregnancy and Baby Christina Holt Mon, 21 Mar 2011 09:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[New American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for car seat and booster seat safety]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826725/new-american-academy-of-pediatrics-guidelines-for-car-seat-and-booster-seat-safety The American Academy of Pediatrics has officially issued new guidelines for car seat and booster seat safety. Among the recommendations are to keep children rear-facing in their car seats until they are at least two years old and to keep children in booster seats until they reach 4'9" in height, which typically occurs between the ages of eight and 12. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826725/new-american-academy-of-pediatrics-guidelines-for-car-seat-and-booster-seat-safety Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Laura Willard Tue, 21 Sep 2010 14:01:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Best and worst car booster seats]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817782/Best-and-worst-booster-seats The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released its 21 best car booster seats, for their performance keeping kids secured and safe in cars. They also ranked "not recommended" seats, which did a poor job of keeping a child secure. Find out where your child's booster seat ranks. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817782/Best-and-worst-booster-seats Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Kim Grundy Mon, 16 Aug 2010 16:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Car seat safety]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817160/Types-of-car-seats You've got the car seat, you've got the baby ... so how do you know if you're actually keeping your baby safe in that car seat? Car seat safety is no joke -- that's your most precious cargo back there, mom! Watch this video about car seat safety and then check out these helpful car seat safety tips to determine if you've got the right car seat for your child and if that car seat is installed correctly. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817160/Types-of-car-seats Parenting Baby & Toddler Having a Baby Kristin Bustamante Fri, 02 Apr 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Does your kid need a car booster seat?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/814504/does-your-kid-need-a-car-booster-seat-1 Child safety seats aren't just for infants and toddlers! In many states, kids up through elementary school should be strapped into booster seats when driving. Here's what you need to know. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/814504/does-your-kid-need-a-car-booster-seat-1 Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Sarah W. Caron Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:24:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Facts from the Children's Miracle Network]]> http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/814360/facts-from-the-children-s-miracle-network-1 On an average day in the United States, 411 babies are born with a birth defect. One in five children have a minor chronic illness. Read below for more facts and statistics on children's health. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/814360/facts-from-the-children-s-miracle-network-1 Health & Wellness Children's Health Children's Miracle Network