11/24/2025
Thanksgiving travel often means crowded cars and long drives. Dayton Children’s breaks down what every parent should know about passenger safety — and some of the reminders may surprise you.
Here are a few key tips:
• Use the right seat for their age and size — rear-facing, forward-facing, booster, or seat belt.
• Check harness and seat belt fit every time; snug and flat is safest.
• Keep kids in the back seat until at least age 13.
• Model good behavior by buckling up on every single ride.
• Never leave a child alone in a car, even for a moment.
These are just the basics — the full article dives deeper into when to transition seat types, how to get the right fit, and other expert tips that can help prevent injuries. Access it here: https://www.childrensdayton.org/kidshealth/a/passenger-safety
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