Approved Accessories

When it comes to car seat accessories, only use products that came with your car seat or are specifically approved by the car seat manufacturer. Aftermarket inserts, strap covers, head supports, toys, and other accessories may interfere with how the seat performs in a crash. Always check your car seat manual and manufacturer guidance before adding anything to your child's seat.

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A gray stroller with a detachable plush animal-shaped headrest on the top. The stroller has a zipper pocket and a red label that says 'Skip Hop'.

Winter Infant Car Seat Cover

Avoid bulky winter gear and use this style cover. Nothing should go between the child’s body and back of the car seat.

A yellow resqme electric stapler with a black handle and black front part.

Amazon - Skiphop

Resq Me - Safety Tool

Emergency Keychain Car Escape Tool, 2-in-1 Seatbelt Cutter and Window Breaker

A smiling young child with curly hair sitting in a car seat inside a vehicle, with a window showing a blurred outdoor background with trees. Part of a product package with text about sun shades and protection from harmful UV rays is visible at the bottom.

Static Cling Sun Shade

Avoid hard plastic shades attached with suction cups because they can be a projectile in a collision

UnbuckleMe Car Seat Buckle Release Tool

Great for those with hand mobility challenges, long nails, or older kids in carline

Child looking through a backseat view shatter-resistant mirror installed in a car.

While still potentially a projectile, if you choose to use a mirror this one is a better option because it is soft-sided.

Backseat Mirror

A vacuum cleaner with various parts, including filters and attachments, that is turned on and blowing air.

Keeping the car seat mechanisms clear of debris is important for its function in a collision

Car Vacuum

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