The Safe in the Seat Expecting Car Seat Quiz

Your child's size matters!

Are you shopping for a convertible car seat for your newborn?

SITS TIP! While all car seats state a weight limit range, it doesn't always mean the car seat will fit your small baby safely. Not to worry—we know which ones will! This is why we typically recommend starting with an infant seat.

Yes, I'm shopping for a convertible car seat for my newborn.

No, I'm not shopping for a newborn.

How would you describe your child's build compared to same-age peers?

SITS TIP: Every seat lists a starting weight, but that doesn't always mean it fits a tiny baby well. Let us know now and we'll only show you seats that do.

Has your provider mentioned baby might arrive early or small?

I am expecting a baby under 5 lbs.

I am not expecting a baby under 5 lbs.

I am not sure / Baby hasn't arrived yet

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Car

Think about your vehicle.

Choose all that apply.

I drive a Ford or Lincoln with inflatable seat belts.

I have a small car, so I need a seat that doesn't take up much room front to back.

Neither of these are applicable.

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Circumstances

Think about your family now and into the future.

Choose all that apply.

I need a compact car seat to accommodate tall front seat passengers.

I need a seat that has a lock-off for international travel.

I need a narrow car seat to fit 3 across.

I need a car seat with a no-rethread harness.

I need a seat that is rideshare friendly.

I need a seat that is FAA-Approved.

I am open to a car seat with or without these features.

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Added Safety Features

Are added safety features important to you? Choose which you would like your seat to include.

SITS TIP: All car seats pass the same federal crash test standards. A car seat is safe when installed and used properly. These safety features may offer added protection in the event of certain car crashes. We promise a properly used car seat is still safe with or without these features.

Anti-Rebound Bar

European Belt Path (No Base)

Load Leg

Rigid Lower Anchors

Meets New FMVSS 213a Standards

I’m open to a car seat with or without these added safety features.

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Added Convenience Features

Are added convenience features important to you?

Choose all that apply.

SITS TIP: While many of these options are nice to have, they may also shorten your custom car seat list considerably so keep that in mind when choosing.

Part of a Travel System

Built-In Lower Anchors (No Base Needed)

Allows a Vehicle Seat Protector

Flame-Retardant-Free Fabric Option

Machine-Washable Cover

Seat that Swivels/Rotates

I’m open to a car seat with or without these convenience features.

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