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New carseat after 5 years?
I am expecting my 3rd baby in October with my oldest being 4.5 years old. I
have been told a few times that I should be buying a new infant carseat for this new baby. The infant carseat (carrier) that I have is 5 years old (I received it from my baby shower in 1999) and has been used by both of my children. I just assumed that I would use it one last time for new baby. However, I am hearing that carseats should really be replaced every 5 years at least to keep up with safety regulations. A friend just attempted to bring her newborn home from NICU (although he was full-term and 9 pounds) and was not allowed to use the carseat she had from her 5 year old. The nurse in NICU kindly asked them to purchase a newly updated version due to safety regulations. So, how many of you have purchased new carseats if they are over 5 years old? Is this something that I should be doing for new baby? Should I be particularly worried that my infant seat has a 3 point harness vs. 5 point? Thanks in advance!! Amber Mommy to Parker (12/7/99) and Spencer (12/5/01) Baby Girl due 10/2004!! "You'll be his first kiss; his first love; his first friend. You are his mother...and he is your whole life." |
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New carseat after 5 years?
"Amber" wrote in message ... I am expecting my 3rd baby in October with my oldest being 4.5 years old. I have been told a few times that I should be buying a new infant carseat for this new baby. The infant carseat (carrier) that I have is 5 years old (I received it from my baby shower in 1999) and has been used by both of my children. I just assumed that I would use it one last time for new baby. However, I am hearing that carseats should really be replaced every 5 years at least to keep up with safety regulations. A friend just attempted to bring her newborn home from NICU (although he was full-term and 9 pounds) and was not allowed to use the carseat she had from her 5 year old. The nurse in NICU kindly asked them to purchase a newly updated version due to safety regulations. So, how many of you have purchased new carseats if they are over 5 years old? Is this something that I should be doing for new baby? Should I be particularly worried that my infant seat has a 3 point harness vs. 5 point? Thanks in advance!! Amber Mommy to Parker (12/7/99) and Spencer (12/5/01) Baby Girl due 10/2004!! "You'll be his first kiss; his first love; his first friend. You are his mother...and he is your whole life." I would feel alot safer using a 5 point harness, is it possible to hire something? That is what most people do here for the first 6 months. Alissa |
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