About Michelle Pratt
Certified CPST, Mom of Two, and Founder of Safe in the Seat
Hi there! I’m Michelle, a nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and mom of two. I help parents cut through the confusion of car seat safety with expert guidance, practical tools, and zero judgment.
Whether you're choosing your first infant seat, flying with a car seat for the first time, or wondering if it’s time to switch to a booster, you’re in the right place. I created Safe in the Seat to make safety simple and to help you feel confident every time you buckle your child in.
A Real Mom, A Real Mission
As a divorced mom of two navigating co-parenting, entrepreneurship, and everyday motherhood, I know how overwhelming parenting decisions can be, especially when it comes to safety.
In 2018, after struggling to find clear, trustworthy answers about car seats, I became the expert I needed and launched Safe in the Seat. Today, we’ve grown into a nationally recognized education platform, trusted by tens of thousands of families across the U.S.
What You’ll Find at Safe in the Seat
We’re here to guide you from your baby’s first ride to the day they’re finally front-seat ready with smart, shame-free support at every stage.
Here’s how we help:
- Car Seat Reviews: Expert-tested reviews of the top car seats on the market
- Safe to Switch: The only guide you need to navigate every car seat transition, from birth to age 13
- Safe in the Sky: A comprehensive airplane travel guide for flying safely with kids and car seats
- Talk to a Tech: Get 1:1 access to a certified CPST anytime you need personalized help
- Car Seat Finder Tool: A quiz-based tool that recommends the best seats for your child, car, and lifestyle
- Step-by-Step Video Tutorials: Real-world help for install, fit checks, and travel
- Expert-Backed, Searchable Blog: Packed with car seat tips, product reviews, and real-life guidance, all organized by category to help you find exactly what you need, fast
Why Parents Trust Us
We're not just safety pofessionsla, we're real parents, too. We know that confidence in the car seat journey starts with clarity, not perfection. Our reviews are thorough. Our advice is honest. And our tone? Always kind.
Whether you're shopping for a car seat during a sale, prepping for airplane travel, or transitioning stages, we help you feel 100% confident in your next move.
Meet the Rest of the Team
I’m just one part of the Safe in the Seat mission! Meet the incredible team who make it all possible.
Let’s Ride, Together
Ready to ditch the overwhelm and feel safe in the seat?
Sign up for our newsletter, browse the blog, explore our courses, or start a chat with a tech today. You’ve got a CPST in your corner.
To the journey ahead,
Michelle Pratt
Founder, Safe in the Seat
