Question #1:

Snap && go Stroller?

So I received a safety 1st Stroller but i dont like it because it's really big. so i been seen a lot of people with the snap and go strooller so i was wondering if i could buy it and just hooke my safety 1st car seat on? does anyone know??

or does anyone know about a good lightweight stroller that im going to be able to use atleast for a while my son is just going to be 3mths.

Question #2:

3 year old tore up the safety foam in his carseat...?

We washed the cover to my son's car seat today, so we had it all stripped down sitting in the living room. My son was playing while I was making lunch and ripped off a good portion of the safety foam in his car seat. Only about 1/4 of it is gone, but obviously enough to make his car seat unsafe if we were to be in an accident.

I have a couple of questions about how to handle this. Firstly, what kind of seat should I get to replace it? He's almost 3 1/2 and weighs 38 pounds (had him in for a checkup last week); legally we can have him in a belt positioning booster from 40 pounds. Should we get him another 5 point harness seat or just go on ahead to a high backed belt positioning booster? I know that the harness is exceptionally safer, but there is a significant cost difference, and though I don't like it, cost is a consideration. I'm not really considering a backless booster, though, for what it's worth.

On my son's end, what would be most appropriate way to show him the consequences? I want to emphasize "you tore up your car seat, so now you can't ride in the car," but am not sure how long is enough to enforce this. Just a couple of days? A week? More? How long will having to stay home with Daddy while I run errands and us having to skip our daily outings get the point across with out being too harsh?

Also any ideas on how to involve him (age appropriately) in working off the cost? I'm not expecting to him to actually earn the money for it or anything, but I want to get the point across that "we have to spend money on a new car seat for you and you need to help us with that."

(For the record, I do feel awful that I wasn't supervising him well and know that I'm at fault here too... that's why I couldn't bring myself to ask this under my normal account. I don't want my contacts to think I'm an awful mom!)

Question #3:

Which convertible car seat is best?

I am looking for the cutest, safest, best car seat out the for my son. I'm not rich so i can't buy the most expensive but I'm down to four car seats and i can't pick which one. If you have any of these car seats, could you tell me what you think of them. Thanks!

Safety 1st Alpha Omega Elite Convertible Carseat

Evenflo Symphony 65 Convertible/ All in One

Evenflo Triumph 65 or Lx

Safety 1st Air Complete Air

Question #4:

Which is a better first car?

I'm looking into buying:

2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T Lux sedan
-81k miles
-black leather
-navigation
-heated seats
-carfax certified (1-owner/all scheduled maintenance)
$10,800 (Infiniti Dealer)

2005 Volvo S60 R sedan
-unknown mileage (have to call)
-navigation
-black leather w/ blue stitching
-heated seats
-iPod connector
$10,700

2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T
-58k miles
-chrome wheels
-tan leather
$9,500

2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 sedan
-56k miles
-grey leatherette
-premium audio
-great condition
$9,500

2003 Audi A4 1.8T Quattro
-96,000 miles
-BBS rims
-black leather
-tinted rear windows
$10,670

2003 Audi A4 1.8T (no Quattro)
70,000 miles
-White w/ tan leather
-premium wheels
$10,000

2004 Saab 9-3 Linear
64,000 miles
-white w/ tan leather
-premium wheels
-heated seats
$10,000

2003 BMW 530i sedan
96,000 miles
Black on black
-sport & premium package
$10,000

+I want a European car with style, safety, and features.

-Don't recommend any american or asian cars.
(I like Acura's but the 2004+ TSX and TL are too expensive to consider)

Question #5:

help with the law and kiddy seats?

this is just a theory that my self and my hubby got talking about, and i wondered if anyone out there knew about the law and children traveling in cars?
the hubby has a land rover. would it be possible to make a restraint system - ie a 5 point harness - so that our (small) 2 1/2 yr old can sit on the front seat without a car seat?
yes - all safety features would be taking into account, and it would all be properly made and bolted to the chassis etc. this is just a thought proses that i couldn't find any other help on line with. i am not saying i would ever do it, just in case someone wants to shout at me! lol
thank you xx

Question #6:

Thoughts on the Ford Fusion 2011?

Hi I'm wondering if I should buy the new Ford Fusion and if anyone here owns this car, I have been looking at it online and like it very much, I currently have a Audi and I am looking to sell that to Audi or another place for around 10,000. The options I picked on the Fusion came to a total of around 33,000. These are the options I chose, tell me what you think -

STANDARD FEATURES
Interior10 Way Power Driver Seat w/Lumbar
1-Touch Up/Down Driver Window
60/40 Rear Seat w/Spring Assisted Fold
AM/FM Single CD/MP3, 6 Speakers
Ambient Lighting
Dual-Zone Electronic Auto Climate Control
Heated Driver Front Passenger Seats
Leather Trimmed Seats
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel w/Cruise & Audio Control
Power Windows & Locks
Sirius Satellite Radio N/A AK & HI
SYNC Voice Activated System
Exterior17" Aluminum Wheels
Auto Headlamps
Blind Spot Mirrors
Chrome Grille
Easy Fuel Capless Filler
Keyless Entry Keypad
Power, Heated Mirrors
Warranty3 YR/36,000 Bumper / Bumper
5 YR/60,000 Powertrain
5 YR/60,000 Roadside Assist
SafetyAdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control
Latch Child Safety System
Side Air Bags/Curtains
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Functional4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/ABS
Driver Front Passenger Global Open Controls
MyKey™
Traction Control
Univer Garage Door Opener


City World Ford Lincoln Mercury
3305 Boston Road
Bronx, NYC 10469
Phone-718-786-

Worth it? Thnx. :)

Question #7:

Pleeease help me.. just try!!! any mechanics or car experts also may know! plzzzzz?

1. The _____ Circuits power the lights, safety systems, and accessories. This system includes the fuse box, wiring, and any electrically powered equipment.
a) accessory
b) light
c) ignition
d) starting

2. The ______ system produces electrical power while the engine is running to operate all the electrical components and recharge the battery.
a) ignition
b) starting
c) fuel
d) charging

3. Your vehicle light system is your primary means of communicating with other drivers. True or false?

4. These works independently to pressurize the brake fluid. The pressurized fluid activates the brake mechanism. Redundant independent systems allow you to brake even if one falls
a) disc brakes
b) drum brakes
c) Dual master cylinder
d) power brakes

5. The ______ system draws energy from the battery to create high voltage surges to set off combustion in the engines cylinders
a) ignition
b) starting
c) accessory
d) turbo

6. All states have child safety seat laws. True or false?

Question #8:

2011 scion xb car seat latch location??????

So I have a 2011 scion xb and I just bough a safety 1st car seat. The instructions are telling me so secure the security straps to the car seat latch but I don't find one where is it or is this car seat not compatible with the car

Question #9:

Drivers ed practice test. HELP??!!!?

In order to progress to the next chapter you will have to pass the practice test with a 75% proficiency. You may retake the practice tests if you feel you need more practice.

1. Statistically, over 70% of fatal motor vehicle accidents occur because:
A. The vehicle had a faulty air bag.
B. The driver was speeding.
C. The vehicle was made prior to 1995.
D. The seat belts were not worn properly or at all.

2. To be safe in a vehicle that has air bags:
A. Make sure the driver seat is at least 10 inches away from the steering wheel.
B. Never seat a child in the front passenger area.
C. Secure infants or young children in child safety restraints.
D. All of the above

3. True or false: More than one million cars are stolen annually.
A. True
B. False

4. Which of these things are required to have in your vehicle?
A. Vehicle registration
B. Basic tools
C. Owner's manual

5. To increase fuel efficiency, you can:
A.Maintain a moderate speed.
B. Bake early.
C. Keep tires properly inflated.
D. All of the above

6. Smog control is related to which vehicle system?
A. Exhaust
B. Electrical
C. Fuel
D. Cooling

7. Depreciation and financing will be higher when you:
A. Buy a new car
B. Lease a car
C. Buy a used car

8. What factor contributes to 80% of auto theft?
A. Not locking your car doors
B. Leaving your keys in the ignition
C. Leaving your car unattended at night

9.
When buying a used car, the seller must submit a release of liability to the DMV within:
A. 15 days
B. 10 days
C. 5 days

10. True or false: Eco-driving, or driving for fuel efficiency, also helps reduce accidents.
A. True
B. False

Question #10:

Car seat safety question... preparing for a 1,000 mile road trip tomorrow with 3 year old and 8 month old!?

Hi there, so tomorrow night my hubby, 3 year old son, 8 month old son and I are leaving to DRIVE 1,000 miles up north to visit family! I have a few questions. #1. Is it safe to leave the carry handle on the car seat up while baby is in the car? It fits better (without me moving my seat up) and I will be able to hang some toys on there for him. #2. Do you think it's a good idea to leave at night? Our boys both go to bed around 9-10pm so we are hoping they will sleep a lot if we leave around then. #3. Does anyone have any other advice for me? I'm nervous about going so far in the car with 2 little ones! I hope they aren't crying the whole time... I can handle it but my hubby might lose it! LOL

Question #11:

Mother-in-law issues?

I gave birth to my first child in February and recently went back to work part time. My daughter and I are very lucky that she is cared for by my mother 2 days per week and my mother-in-law one day per week.

HOWEVER, thus far I am very unhappy with the way my mother-in-law cares for our child. When she watches her, she runs her all over the place. I realize she is giving up her day to watch my daughter, so I tolerate this. It is annoying, though, that she can never seem to tell me when she's eaten or slept.

Last week, three things happened that totally angered me:

1. MIL took our daughter to her parents' house even though she knows the house is off-limits as her parents are chain smokers. She insisted that she kept our daughter outside, however, I found some clothes she'd worn that day that she had hidden under some other dirty clothes and they reeked of smoke. Before I found the clothes, I thought it was odd that MIL had given her a bath that day, too. Two days later, our daughter woke up with a 104 fever. We took her to the dr and she had her first ear infection. Up until now, she has never been sick. The dr said it could very likely have been due to her exposure to smoke, since it could irritate her nasal passages, making her more susceptible to viruses. My MIL and FIL say we are "sheltering" our daughter by not letting her be around smoke and that we can't be so overprotective because she needs to see her great grandparents. We told her we'd love for her to see her GGPs, they just have to not smoke around her.

2. My husband took the car seat base to work by mistake. She was mad because she wanted to leave. So my FIL met my husband at work, picked up the base, and headed to our house. For some reason, my MIL took decided to put her in a car seat that we don't yet use, even though my husband asked her not to. We wanted to make sure it was safely installed before we used it. WHen we asked her why she did it, she said she couldn't find the car seat. However, it was right on a chair on the front porch, the most obvious spot. She even said "silly me for not looking in the most obvious spot."

3. I found a sticky baby spoon in my daughter's diaper bag. At this point, my daughter is exclusively breast fed and my MIL and her family is constantly pressuring us to give her food. MIL denies any knowledge of the spoon.

My husband called her and talked to her about all this, but it sort of got turned around on us. She cried and ended up being the victim in this situation. My husband felt terrible and refused to tell her what the dr said about the smoke and the ear infection, and my FIL called and yelled at my husband, saying "your mother lies to me, but she wouldn't lie to you." However, I really feel she lies often to get her way.

My MIL is extremely manipulative and my husband has a horrible time telling her no. 75% of the arguments my husband and I get into are about her. Now that we have a child, it is much worse because I feel like I have the safety of my child to look out for. When my MIL watches her, I feel like she does not get enough sleep. Also, when my mom watches her, she eats about 14 ounces...the last two times my MIL watched her, she ate about half of that.

I don't really know what to do about this situation. We really need to set some boundaries. My husband feels so guilty telling his mother no that it never happens and she keeps pushing us around. I don't want to be the one to tell her no, but I feel like I have to. I also don't want it to ruin my marriage.

This weekend, we are renting cabins with my MIL and her family. Lots and lots of chain smokers will be around (though not in the cabin we are staying in). I worry there will be a blowout. My MIL seems to like to take our baby and walk away with her quickly before I catch her. I think this is due to her desire for control. However, I'm not comfortable with this this weekend because I really feel like she'll bring her around smoke.

Another thing, my MIL is constantly pressuring us to do things we don't want to do. I told her we wouldn't be going to a horse racing track for my BIL's bday because we are broke (I just got done with unpaid maternity leave) and she keeps pushing it. A. I don't want to go to a gambling facility when I'm broke, B. I don't want to drive the 2.5 hours, C. I don't want to bring my daughter to a racetrack. Am I wrong in this?? She won't take no for an answer.

Anyway, I feel like this is getting ranty. To sum up my question: does anyone have tips for dealing with my MIL and dealing with my husband and his guilt regarding MIL?

At this point I worry that I have so much pent up resentment that it will show when I talk to her. I try to ensure my opinions of her actions are not tainted by this resentment by putting everything that angers me through the "would I be mad if MY mot
btw...we dont NEED my mil to babysit...we just thought it would be nice for both her and my daughter.

Question #12:

Alpha Omega Elite Vs Britax Boulevard CS car seat which is better?

I have finalized the above two car seats for my 14 month twins. I am getting great deals on both car seats. Much cheaper than the advertised prices. I am more inclined towards the Britax because of its safety features but still the price of Alpha Omega at BJ's is $80. It is very hard to beat this offer. The alpha omega looked pretty decent as well. Please check the links below to the car seats and if you have owned these car seats please lend me you advise.

Click Here

Click Here
Thank you all. Britax it is

Question #13:

How can i install a infant carseat into 89' Frd Ranger?

My husband and I only have 1 car, its a 1989 Ford Ranger it has two seats in the front and two jumper seats in the back. i know you cant install a car seat in the jumper seats but im wondering if legally and for safety concerns we can install our daughters car seat in the front seat, we have been relying on my mother for rides, and we are feeling like were becoming a burden.
Our daughter is almost 4 months old and i know she still need to be rear faceing and there are no airbags in the front seat nor are there side airbags.
thanks
-HQ14-
if any one can refer us to a good website also i would appreciate it.
Thank you for all the info, its been a great help! we are in the proccess of trying to get a new car w/ a back seat cause i know that his safest for our child, but its hard relying on some one else to take us places we need to go like doctors appt, or the store.
thanks again every one :)
-HQ24-
Thank you for all the info, its been a great help! we are in the proccess of trying to get a new car w/ a back seat cause i know that his safest for our child, but its hard relying on some one else to take us places we need to go like doctors appt, or the store.
thanks again every one :)
-HQ24-

Question #14:

vehicle for triplets?

i found out im having triplet :)
but i currently have a ford mustang convertible and its not a practical car for 3 kids and myself.
suggestion for cars i could purchase?
im looking for a 7 seater but the 2nd row must have 3 seats :)
thanks :)
and i dont want a minivan.
and if it helps these are the car seats i want to purchase Click Here

Question #15:

how do i adjust the seatbelt of a baby car seat?

my mom doesnt know how to adjust my toddler brother's car seat. help please. it's called Safety 1st Alpha Omega Elite Convertible Car Seat. if there is a user manual that i can read online free that would be great

Question #16:

What is a good, safe rear-facing car seat for 20lbs and up?

My son is 6 months old and we currently have the Graco SnugRide 32. I'm researching good rear-facing car seats for when we have to move up. He's currently 26 inches tall and 18 1/2 pounds. I'd like to keep him rear-facing for as long as possible, as I've found this to be safest for children. I've looked at the Britax Click and Safe Convertible car seat but it says it's only rear-facing up to 35lbs. Is this a standard weight for rear-facing? Right now price isn't an issue, I'm more concerned for safety and longevity.

Any links you could provide are appreciated.

Question #17:

Help on driving test questions?

1 In terms of automobile insurance, California is a:
A) At Fault state
B) Common Fault state
C)No-Fault state
D)None of them
E)San Andreas Fault State

2 A diamond shaped yellow sign means:
A) Caution ahead
B)Railroad crossing
C)Stop ahead
D)Construction
E)Speed limit sign

3 The Safety Council recommends waiting until your child is ___ or around ____ before riding up front.
A) 9 years old; 90 pounds
B) 11 years old; 100 pounds
C) 10 years old; 100 pounds
D) None of them
E) 12 years old; 100 pounds

4 Velocitation happens when a driver may unconsciously be:
A) Bored.
B) Drowsy.
C) Going too fast on a sharp curve.
D) Going downhill.
E) Going uphill.

5 Your car should be positioned next to the center line before:
A) Making a right turn from a one-way street
B) Making a left turn from a two-way street
C) All of the answers
D) None of them
E) Moving straight across an intersection

6 When you park alongside a curb, the front and back wheels must be parallel within _____ of the curb.
A) 18 inches
B) 12 inches
C) 10 inches
D) 36 inches
E) 24 inches

7 What color and shape are recreational signs:
A) None of them
B) Green-circular
C) Green-diamond
D) Brown-rectangular
E) Brown-circular

8 The basic speed law says
A) The speed limit on city streets is always 15 mph
B) As speed increases lower your gear
C) It's legal to speed if you are late
D) All of the answers
E) You may never drive faster than is safe for prevailing conditions

9 Drivers must dim their high beams within _____feet when following behind another vehicle.
A) 250
B) 400
C) 200
D) 300
E) 350

10 Seat Belts properly worn:
A) Are intended for freeway driving
B) Will keep your body from moving
C) All of the answers
D) Will prevent accidents
E) Are required by law

11 The safest location to place a car seat is in the ______.
A) right side of the back seat
B) center of the back seat
C) it doesn't really matter much
D) left side of the back seat
E) front passenger seat

Question #18:

FLORIDA DRIVERS TEST?

I'M 17 AND I FAILED THE PERMIT TEST BY 5 QUESTIONS ON THE ROAD RULES PART. PLEASE HELP ME, IF NOT GONNA GIVE A SPECIFIC ANSWER DON'T COMMENT PLEASE! THANKS


NOTE: THESE QUESTION ARE FROM FLORIDA'S DRIVERS HANDBOOK!

1. If you knowingly make a false statement in an application for a driver license or identification card, can you be fined and placed in prison upon conviction? (pg 4)
2. Can a person temporarily operate a farm tractor on the highway without a driver license? (pg 5)
3. You must obtain a new license showing the new address within how many days of moving? (pg 10)
4. If you lose your Florida driver license and need a replacement license, where do you apply for it? (pg 11)
5. If you failed to answer a traffic summons, would you be able to renew your license? (pg 13)
6. What would happen to the license of a driver who was involved in an accident and did not stop to help persons who were injured? (pg13)
7. If you receive twelve points within twelve months, for how long will your license be suspended? (pg 13)
8. What are the penalties for driving under the influence (DUI)? (pg 14)
9. Both your judgment and vision are affected after drinking alcohol. Which is affected first? (pg15)
10. What are the penalties for refusing to take a test to determine whether you are intoxicated? (pg 15)
11. What type of insurance must you have on motor vehicles with four or more wheels? (pg16)
12. If your driver license is revoked for DUI or suspended for too many points, what type of insurance must you either purchase or prove that you had on the date of the violation or effective date of the suspension? (pg16)
13. What are the penalties for littering? (pg 17)
14. If you hit a parked car and are unable to find the owner, what should you do? (pg 17)
15. When a crash results in property damages of any amount, must the driver notify the Florida Highway Patrol, the Sheriff's Department, or the City Police Department? (pg 17)
16. After a crash has been investigated by an officer, does the driver need to send a written report to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles? (pg 17)
17. Who is required to wear seat belts when riding in the front seat of a car or a pickup truck? (pg 19)
18. Who could be charged with a violation if a fourteen-year-old front-seat passenger is not wearing a seat belt? (pg 19)
19. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on a two-lane highway during the daytime? (pg 20)
20. What is the maximum speed limit in a residential area if there is no speed limit sign? (pg 20)
21. What is the maximum speed limit on an interstate highway on a clear day? In a rural area? (pg 20)
22. When are you driving too slowly, can you be issued a ticket? (pg 22)
23. What must you do when approaching a person who is riding or leading a horse upon or near the roadway? (pg 26)
24. What must you do when you see a pedestrian with a white cane in the street ahead of you? (pg 21)
25. To what ages does the Child Restraint Law apply? (pg 19)
26. When you are entering a highway or street from a private driveway and the way is clear, can you move forward without stopping first? (pg 21)
27. Are vehicles traveling in the opposite direction of school buses that have stopped to unload children on a divided highway with a dividing barrier required to stop? (pg 21)
28. When a school bus stops to unload children on a divided highway, should the vehicles traveling in the same direction as the bus stop? (pg 21)
29. If a school bus stops to unload children on a four-lane highway divided only by a four-foot paved strip, must vehicles traveling in the opposite direction stop? (pg 21)
30. For how many feet before you start to turn should you begin your turn signal when you are driving on a highway? (pg 22)
31. Suppose you are driving on a four-lane highway. From which lane should you turn? Into which lane should you turn? (pg 22)
32. What is the arm signal for a left turn? (pg 23)
33. When may you drive in the left lane of a road with four or more lanes with two-way traffic? (pg 23)
34. After passing a vehicle, you must return to the right side of the road before coming within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle? (pg 23)
35. At what places is it unlawful to overtake and pass? (pg 23)
36. Can a driver who crosses a solid line on the right of the center line of the highway be issued a ticket for the violation? (pg 23)
37. What is the recommended safe following distance? (pg 24)
38. Which way should you turn your wheels when parking facing uphill where there is a curb? Which way should you turn them where there is not a curb? (pg 24)
39. Can you park your car on a sidewalk, within an intersection, or on a crosswalk? (pg 24)
40. May you drive with just your parking lights on, in place of your headlights? (pg 25)
41. Are motor scooters whose engines have less than 150 cubic centimeter

Question #19:

I am torn about if I should take my 4 year old out of her car seat?

She turned 4 in Feb and car safety is huge to me (car accidents are the #1 cause of death in children)
My husbands Mom is nagging me to put her in a booster seat because of her age ( she's a bit controlling to say the least ) She makes comments like your ridiculous and my kids were fine. She is 43 lbs and now she is in the Britax Decathlon it's a 5 point harness and goes up to 65 lbs so she can stay in her seat for a while. Did you put your 4 year in a booster seat ? Am I being too over protective? I am afraid to have her in a booster without the 5 point harness .

Question #20:

Do OTHER brand infant car seat's work on GRACO SNUGRIDE FRAME STROLLER?

Does anyone know if COMBI or BRITAX infant car seat's fit with the GRACO snugride car seat FRAMED stroller? Ive been looking everywhere and got one for a gift, but I want to use the BRITAX companion or chaperone car seat for our infant... I know for a FACT that the COSCO and SAFETY 1st models do not work on this car seat carrier...

Can anyone PLEASE help me?!





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