Safe Kids Spokane

12/20/2025

We get it — it’s freezing outside and those big fluffy coats are tempting. But when it comes to car seats, bulky jackets and thick coats can actually put kids at risk.

Here’s why 👇
❄️ Puffy coats create extra space in the harness
❄️ In a crash, that padding compresses
❄️ Straps that felt “tight” suddenly aren’t

The safer move:
✔️ Buckle kids in snug without the bulky coat
✔️ Do the “pinch test” — no slack means you’re good
✔️ Then place the coat or a blanket over the harness

Cold kids = uncomfortable
Loose car seats = dangerous

Stay warm, stay safe, and make sure everyone arrives buckled up the right way. 🚓💙

10/28/2025

Skelly says: BOO-ster your big kids! Here's an inside look at what those booster seats are doing for them.

They're not a baby seat, they're a lifesaving belt positioner that prevents internal organ and spinal injury by keeping the seatbelt across the strong bones of their pelvis and shoulder.

Most kids need a booster until 10-12 years old, when they are close to adult size and pass the 5-Step Test for a safe belt fit:

-Shoulder belt lies snugly across the chest and shoulder
-Lap belt is low on the hips, touching the tops of the thighs
-Lower back against the vehicle seat without slouching
-Knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat
-Feet on the floor (can sit this way the entire ride)

09/21/2025

Celebrate Child Passenger Safety week by making sure your child is in the right seat. Find a car seat inspection station near you: https://bit.ly/3U0u80h

National Safety Council National CPS Certification NHTSA Safe Kids Worldwide

09/19/2025

National Child Passenger Safety Week September 21-27. Come see us at Seat Check Saturday on September 27!

09/03/2025

🚗 Did you know?

Riding in a car is one of the most dangerous things most kids do every day.

Free car seat clinics from Providence Sacred Heart Children's Hospital and Safe Kids Spokane offer expert, hands-on help to ensure your child’s seat is installed safely—including support for kids with special needs.

👉 Learn more: https://www.providence.org/locations/wa/sacred-heart-childrens-hospital/patients-and-visitors/child-life-specialists/safe-kids-car-seat-technician

07/11/2025

Congratulations to Tim, a long time child passenger safety technician instructor and Safe Kids Spokane leader on his well deserved retirement!

07/10/2025

Summer bike rides? Yes, please! Our Health Living program will be at the Bike-About: Bring Your Bike to The Hive event on Friday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We will have a limited number of donated bikes and helmets (plus a scooter!) from Safe Kids Spokane to give away, along with public health resources and swag items.

As part of the event, kids will have the opportunity to:

✅ Make a DIY license plate
✅ Ride on a bike course
✅ Enjoy snacks
✅ Learn about bike safety

To learn more about the event, visit: https://ow.ly/14fT50WjcVe. We hope to see you there!

06/02/2025

Come see us at the bike Rodeo in Cheney this Saturday!

05/14/2025

Don't let a devastating situation happen to your family. Be prepared — prevent child heatstroke deaths. 👶☑️

NHTSA.gov/Heatstroke

05/13/2025

Spring car seat check! Come see us in May at Spokane Valley Fire in Liberty Lake!

05/13/2025

This Saturday!

Spring car seat check! Come see us in May at Spokane Valley Fire in Liberty Lake!

05/08/2025

Car seats that meet the new regulations are hitting store shelves. Watch this to learn more about these changes and ask me if you have any questions! https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJXfLktxqQF/?igsh=MXhxMHJmMmE3ZWc5cg==