Cold Weather Tips
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Do not place blankets under the child or between the child and the harness straps. The soft, fluffy material will compress during a crash rendering the child much less restrained and can result in ejection from the seat.
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This is also true with sweater and jackets. Use a lighter weight sweater or jacket on the child and then place blankets over the harnesses. The blankets with arms work well in the car, they stay on place and leave the child arm free.
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Objects left unsecured in the passenger compartment become missiles when brakes are applied quickly and in a crash. Objects travel at the rate of the vehicle until they come in contact with a solid object. This means the ice scraper you laid on the dash will continue to travel at 70 miles per hour during a crash on the interstate until it strikes you, your child, or other solid. Even at a slower speed these flying objects can result in severe injury.
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Carry extra supplies for use if you should become stranded in the snow, blankets, mittens, water, formula, food and toys to keep children occupied. These supplies should be kept with in reach, but secured with a seat belt, cargo net, or other method.
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