Cedar Valley Safe Riders

05/28/2026

...great tip from National Child Passenger Safety Board to remember when seeing how your little fits into their car seat.

One size does NOT fit all when it comes to car seats!

Every child is unique, and so is every car seat. Always refer to your car seat's instruction manual to ensure the best fit for your child's weight, height and age. When in doubt, connect with a certified CPST who can walk you through it step by step. Schedule an in-person or virtual car seat check appointment: https://www.safety-connection.org/caregiver/

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05/21/2026

Not sure what to do with that outgrown, expired, or broken car seat? Here's some tips on how to dispose of it safely and properly from National Child Passenger Safety Board!

Do you have an old car seat taking up space? You can trade it in, find a recycle program. Or, if it’s not been involved in a crash, recalled, expired and has been washed according to manufacturer’s instructions, you can donate it to a friend.

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05/14/2026

Graduation season is in full swing! Make sure your kiddo is ready before they graduate to in their car seat safety journey, and are not racing to move too quickly.
via National Child Passenger Safety Board

Graduating your child to the next car seat early isn’t a win – staying safe is! Protecting a child shouldn’t be rushed. Take your time – every stage keeps them safe.

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05/07/2026

Not sure? Contact a nationally certified child passenger safety technician with Cedar Valley Safe Riders to find out if your kiddos car seat is being used correctly.
via National Child Passenger Safety Board

The National Digital Car Seat Check Form data dashboard shows 72% of car seats are used incorrectly. Make sure yours is correct. Schedule a free online car seat check: https://www.safety-connection.org/caregiver/

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04/30/2026

Great quick tip for your kiddos car seat from National Child Passenger Safety Board!

If the harness is tight enough, you can’t pinch any webbing together at the shoulders and hips. Want to learn more about harnessing? Check out this FREE online child passenger course: https://bit.ly/3Zvznag

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04/23/2026

Love this reminder on this spring day! If you would like assistance with your kiddos seat, contact a local nationally certified child passenger safety technician at Cedar Valley Safe Riders!

April showers bring May flowers. When kids grow, car seats adjustments often are necessary. Does your car seat need adjusting to accommodate a growing kid? Schedule a FREE online appointment to meet with a Child Passenger Safety Technician: https://www.safety-connection.org/caregiver/

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04/16/2026

🚨 Recall Alert 🚨

Graco has issued a voluntary recall for the SnugRide Turn & Slide Rotating Infant Car Seat due to a structural issue found during post-production testing.

🛑Stop using the base immediately.

Visit the link below to see if your car seat is included in the recall.

https://recalls.gracobaby.com/

04/09/2026

UPDATE: Due to storm chances this Wednesday, 4/15/26, the Head Start fit station will be postponed, possibly to May 6th, 2026. Please contact Head Start for more information. Be safe, all!

Want to get your kiddos car seat checked by a nationally certified child passenger safety technician? There are upcoming scheduled events to do so in the Cedar Valley where Cedar Valley Safe Riders will be there to help!

03/26/2026

Look familiar to many of you caregivers? These seats bring back memories, but are no longer safe for your littles. Remember to stay up-to-date on your kiddo's car seat needs and help them in finding for them!
via Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau

03/19/2026

Don't forget the tether anchor! This March Madness brings many exciting challenges for teams...make sure your team is ready for vehicle rides.
via National Child Passenger Safety Board

In the “forward-facing” bracket, the tether anchor is a game-changer: it secures the top of a forward-facing seat and helps reduce forward head movement in a crash. Whether you install with seat belt or lower anchors, don’t skip the tether. Get more car seat safety tips: https://www.safety-connection.org/caregiver/

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