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Buckle and Latch Local Shoreline/N Seattle CPST educating and empowering caregivers to install car seats correctly.

10/02/2026

Chicco Keyfit 30 vs Keyfit Max

If you loved your Keyfit 30, you’ll love the Keyfit Max even more!

The anti-rebound bar, updated Cleartex fabrics, and one-handed handle adjustment are great upgrades to one of my favorite infant car seats.

Some of these features were available on the Keyfit 35 but, since that model has been discontinued, if you’re looking for an upgrade to the Keyfit 30, the Keyfit Max is it!

What questions do you have about the Keyfit Max?

09/15/2026

A new car seat? In this economy??

Car seats can be expensive. If a new seat isn’t in your budget, make sure you’re getting that second hand seat from someone you know well and would trust with your child’s safety.

Don’t buy car seats from strangers on FB Marketplace - the car seat may be expired, recalled, crashed, missing parts, or not properly cared for.

Remember: less expensive car seat that’s brand new is always a safer bet than a luxury car seat second hand from someone you don’t know.

09/14/2026

Why Do Some Boosters Have LATCH?

An empty, unbuckled booster seat can become a projectile in a crash.

LATCH is an easy way to keep the booster on the vehicle seat so it doesn’t fly across your car!

If your booster doesn’t have LATCH, teach your child to buckle in their booster every time they leave the vehicle.

The Target Car Seat Trade-In Event Is Coming!Target typically holds two car seat trade-in events each year - one in the ...
09/06/2026

The Target Car Seat Trade-In Event Is Coming!

Target typically holds two car seat trade-in events each year - one in the fall and one in the spring.

This fall’s Target car seat recycling event will be held September 20th through October 3rd at participating Target stores.

Bring in your old, expired, damaged, or unwanted car seat, booster, or base to be recycled and receive a 20% off coupon for a new car seat, stroller, or other select baby gear. Scan the QR code on the box and tap “Add to Target circle bonus”.

Your coupon must be used by October 17th. You can use your coupon TWICE in that time frame AND you can combine your 20% off coupon with other offers!

This is a perfect time to turn in your old, unwanted, or unusable car seats for a coupon! They will be recycled by Target’s partner, Waste Management, so they won’t just end up in the trash.

The car seat does not need to be expired or damaged to be eligible - Target will take any unwanted car seat.

What car seat are you hoping to score a deal on with your trade-in?

Crash Testing Beyond ComplianceAll car seats sold in the U.S. must meet federal standards, but many car seat manufacture...
09/05/2026

Crash Testing Beyond Compliance

All car seats sold in the U.S. must meet federal standards, but many car seat manufacturers do extra testing that goes beyond the standards!

“Just” meeting standards is great! Car seats that meet standards are very protective.

Testing beyond the standards is voluntary and helps car seat brands continue to innovate and create better, safer car seats.

You don’t need to do a lot of research to find a “safe” car seat.

The most important thing you can do to keep your child safe in the car is to install and use their car seat correctly.

Did you know that car seat brands can (and do!) test beyond the federal standards?

09/02/2026

Can’t Decide Which Side?

There isn’t a big difference in the number of fatal crashes that were driver’s side impact vs passenger side impact.

Instead of worrying about which side is safest, spend time making sure your child’s car seat is installed and used correctly - wherever it’s installed in your vehicle!

What about the middle seat? While it is the furthest from any potential impact, sometimes it’s too narrow, short, or oddly shaped to get a good installation. If your car seat fits great in the middle - that’s great! If not, that’s okay.

08/19/2026

Car Seat Knowledge Is Power

The Nuna relx base comes with 3 extra safety features that can help improve outcomes in a crash.

REMEMBER: All car seats must meet the same federal crash test standards - regardless of price or extra safety features. Car seats/bases without these features still provide EXCELLENT crash protection!

Did you already know about these features and what they did?

Car Seats 🤝 SunscreenWhether it’s car seats or sunscreen, make sure what you’re using works for you, is unexpired, and t...
08/17/2026

Car Seats 🤝 Sunscreen

Whether it’s car seats or sunscreen, make sure what you’re using works for you, is unexpired, and that you’re using it as directed!

🎵 Be careful with whose advice you buy…but trust me on the sunscreen 🎵

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