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How can i make the car safe for my 15-month-old?

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Car seat: Never leave your child alone in the car. Use an approved toddler car seat correctly and wear your seat belt.

Answered 11/7/2013

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Rear facing car seat: Any kid facing forward is at risk of spinal cord damage when the unrestrained head snaps forward in a crash.See www.Joelsjourney for the effect on a 33lb 15mo. The aap & nhtsb recs to rear face untill at least 2. As neck strength improves risk declines.I have cared for a quadraplegic infant from this injury.Parents or drs who ff @ 1yr are uninformed or negligent.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/14/2019

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