As babies grow they will out grow their infant seat and will need to transition into a toddler seat. Car seats keep our children safe if and only if they are used correctly. Like the infant car seat - the seatbelt straps harnessing the toddler into the toddler seat must be snug. This is straightforward enough until the cold winter weather approaches. How do you keep your toddler warm and safe? Car Seat Technicians agree that winter coats and car seats do not work and can be dangerous. Snowsuits and winter coats create extra bulk around the toddler. There is a risk of the bulk compressing In a sudden stop or collision causing the straps to loosen around the toddler. It is the safest to have the seat belt straps directly over the toddlers' day clothes where the fabric would be lighter weight and not bulky and have the coat worn on top of the seat belt. When dealing with the infant car seat - a car seat cover is the safest and convenient way to keep baby warm. It goes over the entire seat not interfering with the harness system. A toddler coat should also keep safety and convenience in mind. The ideal toddler coat would keep the child warm while getting to the vehicle and waiting for it to heat up but not interfere with the seat belts. A toddler coat that transitions into a poncho would be ideal. The back of the poncho would be lifted above the back of the seat and out of the way. The fabrics should be triple layered like a winter coat. The exterior should be wind and water-resistant. The inside should be cozy and warm like fleece. A toddler is constantly trying and testing out their curiosity.... they will need a winter coat to be outside. It would be convenient to have one toddler coat that worked for both the car and for outdoors. The toddler coat should be machine wash and dry.
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