What should be noted when using child safety seats in cars?
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It is important to ensure that the buckle is not in a semi-locked state. Below is relevant information about child safety seats in cars: 1. Design History: The seat belts in vehicles are designed for adults and are only suitable for children taller than 140cm and weighing more than 36kg. For children whose height and body development are not yet fully mature, using only the vehicle's seat belt can pose risks such as rib fractures, suffocation, or even neck fractures in the event of a collision. This could harm the child's fragile neck and fail to provide any safety function. 2. Installation Method: Installation must strictly follow the product's installation instructions. Place the booster seat on the car's rear seat, have the child sit on the child car seat, and secure it directly with the car's seat belt (same as the method for securing an adult).
When my baby was just born, I installed the car seat very carefully, always remembering to secure it in the center of the back seat using either the LATCH system or seat belt to avoid looseness. For babies with small weight, I used a rear-facing seat, ensuring the head was snug against the backrest and the shoulder straps were tight with no gaps, checking for looseness every week. I was cautious about high car temperatures to prevent burning the baby, remembering to ventilate when parked in summer and avoiding thick coats when fastening the seatbelt in winter. I chose a position in the back seat away from the door to reduce the risk of side collisions. Before starting the car, I made it a habit to check the seat's stability by pulling it, ensuring the child was comfortable and not crying, and preventing the child from unbuckling during the journey. Regular cleaning of the seat to prevent dust mites extended its lifespan and ensured safety.
