All that extra insulation in a puffy winter jacket creates more space between your child and the 5-point harness, giving you the sense that the harness is tightened correctly when it is actually too loose. That extra space compresses in a crash and can allow them to move beyond the protective shell of the car seat and even be ejected from their car seat.
We would recommend that you remove the coat and place the coat backward after you buckle the child in correctly.
Click here to learn more from our CPST expert regarding cold weather tips for your Very Important Passenger.
Watch the video below to learn more about acceptable outerwear for your child in their car seat from our CPST expert:
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