babycarseats

Planning to sell your house? Here are a three things you must keep in mind when selling your home: 1.) Presentation is important – A makeover for your house does not need to be a costly affair. Painting, landscaping, new light switch covers, touching up the wooden flooring, polishing the tiles etc are a few things that can instantly improve the appearance of your house, without making a hole in your pocket. Your real estate agent can also suggest cost-effective ways to enhance your house’s... Read Full Story

The new carseats law s which have been announced for victoria recently, are a great help in avoiding any confusion about when to migrate your child from booster seat to using the normal seatbelt fitted within a car. The new carseat laws take into account the age, height and the weight, this is in recognition of children not all being one unform size or shape and that each child will grown at different rates. Further research into the matter, i have found a great website which gives a... Read Full Story

Guardian carseat Review: Pros: Sturdy and well made, long lasting fabric design. Rearward facing up to 12kg (unlike other brands which can be only up to 9kg). Tall wide – lots of room to grow. Fits well into most cars and harness adjustment works well. Cons: Not the cheapest seat, quite bulky rearward facing, difficult to fit with 2 other seats across the back. Overall: A great quality seat. Adjustment and fitting is as simple as any other seat, harness is easy to adjust and keeps... Read Full Story

Recently new laws have come into effect impacting how children travel in cars. The change has come about due to the current law only stipulating a weight for the child and not an age specific requirement. Victoria is the first state in Australia to announce implementation of the laws targeting kids in cars. Note at present, there are no new laws yet and if you’re doing the right thing now, there is a good chance that you will be compliant when the laws come into effect. The new laws change... Read Full Story

Recently new laws have come into effect impacting how children travel in cars. The change has come about due to the current law only stipulating a weight for the child and not an age specific requirement. Victoria is the first state in Australia to announce implementation of the laws targeting kids in cars. Note at present, there are no new laws yet and if you’re doing the right thing now, there is a good chance that you will be compliant when the laws come into effect. The new laws... Read Full Story

At long last some of our Australian politicians are starting to listen to the concerns of mothers and parents alike. For way too long; manufacturers and large companies been allowed to add whatever chemicals they like in order to maximise their profits and keep the economic bubble expanding. You will hear the platitude that we need to be competitive and reduce our cost down so that we can compete on the world stage.. Well enough is enough… We do not want out children to be poisoned anymore... Read Full Story

Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Parenting tips, hints and help in Australia". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap... Read Full Story

Maxi Rider AHR REVIEWS PRO’S: The AHR (Active Head Restraint) system is a system patented by Safe-n-Sound, to maximize the protection for the child’s head in the event of a side impact collision. The AHR system is adjustable so that when your child grows, the AHR system is optimally positioned to ensure your child is proctected. The Adjustable head rest means seat will last longer. Cup holders are an added bonus. A very easy to use strap adjustment system, Easier to use than the Maxi... Read Full Story

In the December 2007 RACV Child Restraint Evaluation Program, the RACV and the NRMA conducted a Child Restraint Evaluation Program which looked into the current availability and safety of Child car seats, These were tabled in a report and is referenced in the report. Unfortunately the Safe-n-Sound maxi Rider Mk II was not included in the evaluation and should be redone to verify the results. The report is divided into 3 sections; these include: Rearward facing restraints for Babies... Read Full Story

Safe n Sound Royale Review Pros: The Safe n Sound Royale car seat is extremely well padded, easy to use, and simply a delight to swap in and out of two cars. The Adjustable straps are easy to use with the cover coming off very easily and is easy to clean. The Safe n Sound Royale does come with additional extras which you are so grateful when it comes to cleaning up and protecting bubs. The extras include Shoulder pads, Sun hood, Baby insert and crotch cover. Cons: This is not really a... Read Full Story