Life Kit: Parenting · NPR
Common mistakes parents make when installing a car seat
March 2, 2026·26 min·2 clips
Emily Thomas reveals why keeping kids rear-facing until at least age two drastically reduces head and neck injury risks.
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Practical car-seat advice centered on the manual, approved accessories, and expert help.
First-time car-seat setup is treated as a real source of anxiety, then the discussion settles into Emily Thomas's clear advice: follow the manufacturer manual, skip third-party or aftermarket accessories, and use only add-ons approved by the car-seat maker.
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You want car-seat advice that turns panic into a checklist.
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