Car Seat Carly

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Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) in central Maryland providing in-person and virtual education and troubleshooting for car seats and other transportation safety needs.

04/14/2026

🚨Graco SnugRide Turn & Slide Recall!🚨

This recall announcement made its way around the internet a while ago, but the official NHTSA notice came out today.

This recall is ONLY for the Turn & Slide model, and ONLY affects the base. This is a stop use recall. Discontinue use of this base immediately. The carrier portion can still be safely installed with the vehicle seat belt.

As always, make sure your car seat is registered no matter what brand or model it is!

Leave questions below!

04/11/2026

Have you heard all the fuss about head restraints in Car Seat Land? They're one of the biggest problems with car seat and vehicle compatibility, and a little-known one, at that!

When CPSTs say that the best car seat is the one that fits your child, fits your vehicle, and that you can use correctly every time, the head rest situation is a big component of "fits your vehicle."

Vehicle head rests that are angled forward were designed with adult safety in mind, but they can be a big issue for car seats and booster seats. Don't let this catch you by surprise!

Does your vehicle have problematic head rests? Have you learned this the hard way?

04/04/2026

It's tiiiiime! It feels like we've been waiting on this announcement forever, but the Target Trade-In event is finally back!

This can be a great opportunity to get a deal on a new car seat if you're in the market, but don't base your decision on a tempting price alone.

👍Will several options work for you? Probably!

👍Will they keep your child safe? Yes, when used correctly!

👍Are there better choice for most individual situations that can end up saving you money in the long run? Usually!

Swipe to slide 2 for some important considerations. Plan ahead so you're not tempted into a deal that may not be the right deal for you!

04/02/2026

It's on! This is your chance to chat car seats, ask your burning (or controversial!) questions, and definitely learn something new.

Eager participants and off-camera spectators alike are welcome!

DM me or watch my stories for the link.

03/22/2026

It's probably not going to be quick or easy, and you'll need the right team for the job! Have you conquered a 3 across challenge?

3 across is an ever-increasing need I encounter as a CPST, and let's be honest, most vehicles just aren't built for it. Fortunately, car seat manufacturers are listening and we have some great narrow options on the market now, including the brand new Chicco Fit3X.

I always recommend working with a CPST, at least virtually if in person is not possible), for any 3 across setup (and let's be honest, for any car seat in general!). There are so many extra considerations for choosing the correct seats and getting them installed safely!

03/18/2026

Car Seat Q&A is back!

If deep dives are your jam, this is for you! This is an opportunity to bring those burning questions, or listen in on the discussion about one of the most common car seat topics.

It's not a presentation! I'll start the conversation, and then we'll go wherever the tangents take us.

Eager participants and camera-off lurkers alike are welcome!

Link will be posted in my stories.

03/15/2026

Join me in Severna Park or Baltimore, with a discounted rate from my private appointments!

03/08/2026

3 frequent mistakes I see with all versions of the Evenflo Revolve 360 rotating car seat. These each apply to other seats, too, so give your installation a check no matter which seat you have!

I'm Carly, a Child Passenger Safety Tech, who brings you tips, tricks, and, "I had no idea!" moments to take the guesswork out of car seats and make it make sense. Follow along for a safer, more empowered journey!

02/26/2026

Over 70% of car seats have at least one mistake, so chances are, you probably need to fix one of these things on yours!

1. Car seat installations need to move less than 1" side to side when checked at the belt path with moderate force.

2. The top tether can reduce forward motion of the head in a crash by 4-6", greatly reducing the chances of the head striking the vehicle interior.

3. Harness straps must pass the pinch test for tightness. Once slack is removed from around the hips and the adjuster strap is pulled tight, you should not be able to pinch any slack vertically at the collarbone.

Be sure to check your manual for specific questions about your seat, or reach out to a CPST (👋) if you're still not sure!

I'm Carly, a Child Passenger Safety Tech, who brings you tips, tricks, and, "I had no idea!" moments to take the guesswork out of car seats and make it make sense. Follow along for a safer, more empowered journey!

02/23/2026

Trip plans are forming and ALL of the extra considerations that come with traveling with kids are on the radar. Questions about the Ride Safer Travel Vest are popping up on parenting groups and in DMs, so let's cover a few of them here!

There is a ton of misinformation about this product all over the internet, so be sure to get your advice on whether this could work for you, how to use it, and fit help from a CPST who is familiar with it!

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Howard County, MD

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http://carseatcarly.com/

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