![]() As temperatures start to dip we bundle our children up to prepare them for the elements, but even with good intentions, a bulky coat and a car seat is a dangerous combination. We all want to keep our children warm while traveling in the car, but there are ways to safely transport children in the cold weather while still keeping them warm. As a general rule, winter coats should not be worn underneath the harness of a car seat. A bulky coat under a child seat harness can result in the harness being too loose to be effective in a crash. Here is a simple way to check if your child's coat is too big and bulky to wear under their harness:
It is very important that the harness is tight enough that you can't pinch the webbing between your thumb and forefinger. Extra slack in the harness can be very dangerous; it can lead to too much excursion or even ejection during a crash. These tips should help keep your precious little ones safe and warm this winter. --Michelle Tsai Podlaha, Consumer Reports
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