Kiddy Evolution ProUSA Review

*This seat has been discontinued* Car seat manufacturer Kiddy is originally a German company and continues to be a strong contender in the European market in children’s goods. Kiddy currently offers three seats in the United States: the Kiddy World Plus, the Cruiserfix Pro, and the Evolution Pro. Unlike many brands of child restraints, Kiddy seats

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Ingenuity InTrust 35 Pro Review

A new name in the baby gear industry company caught our attention when they announced their newest addition would be a rear facing only car seat. The Ingenuity InTrust 35 Pro has recently been added to the Ingenuity line of baby gear and we have been given the opportunity to check it out.

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How Do I Clean My Child’s Car Seat?

As a CPST, over the years I’ve had more than a few parents contact me with a tale of bodily function woe. Their potty training children have had unspeakable accidents. A bout of car sickness left the seat looking like a sea of cottage cheese. In one memorable case, a skunk sprayed the seat. (And in case you’re wondering, if a skunk sprays the seat, you’re pretty much out of luck.)

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2014 Year in Review

So, we’ve had a bit of a banner year, both for CSFTL and the Child Passenger Safety world in general.    The team left 2013 still finding its footing, moving from a loose structure  to a formal and incorporated one, with bylaws and an elected board of directors, and a carefully chosen mission statement.  

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Eddie Bauer Deluxe Highback 65 Review

Eddie Bauer is a child restraint brand manufactured by Dorel Juvenile Products, which also produces the Cosco, Safety 1st, and Maxi-Cosi brands in North America.

The Deluxe Highback 65 is a combination seat, meant for forward facing children using a 5pt harness and also to transition into a high backed booster for older children. The Deluxe Highback 65 is a combination seat, meant for forward facing children using a 5pt harness and also to transition into a high backed booster for older children. With a 65lb 49″ forward facing harness limit, and a 100lb 52″ booster limit, this seat promises to last a child for a long time, hopefully until that child is ready for a no back booster.

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Canadian Recall: Learning Curve VIA I470C Rear Facing Only Car Seat

The Via has been sold under the Lamaze and First Years brand names.

Independent testing has revealed that the seat does not pass required standard with regard to force to the head and chest. In addition, the recline foot may loosen in an impact, introducing slack to the installation, increasing the injury risk.

This is a serious life-safety recall. Caregivers should immediately stop using the seat and dispose of it so that it cannot be reused.

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Cosco Scenera NEXT Review

The Cosco Scenera has long been a staple of the child passenger safety toolkit, especially for caregivers who travel or are on a budget, or coalitions who need to make their seat dollars count. With an under 40 dollar price point, the Scenera has long stood as an example of how seats are available to keep kids safe in any budget.

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