10/15/2026
🧥Bulky sweatshirts and winter coats can prevent a car seat harness from fitting securely. You can keep your little one warm and safe with a few simple precautions.
⚠️Take off bulky winter coats before buckling up
Puffy coats and snowsuits can compress in a crash, leaving dangerous extra space between your toddler and the harness. Buckle your child in wearing thin, warm layers instead.
⚠️Make sure the harness fits snugly
The harness should lie flat and snug against your child's body, with the chest clip at armpit level. You shouldn't be able to pinch excess webbing at the shoulder. Follow your specific car seat's instructions.
⚠️Add warmth over the harness
Once your toddler is buckled securely, place a blanket over the harness or put their coat on backward over their arms. You can also use thin fleece layers if allowed by the car seat manufacturer.