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The infant car seat you choose for your baby is an important part of keeping him or her safe in the car. It should be used safely every time your child is in the vehicle — not just when you're on vacation or a long road trip. And it should be cleaned regularly to keep it working as it should.
Keeping Your Car Seat Clean
One of the easiest ways to keep your infant car seat functioning at its highest safety level is to wipe it down. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you do this at least once a month, or more often as necessary.
Cleaning is also a great way to keep germs and mold from developing inside the seat, which can increase the risk of disease or illness. And it's important to use the right type of cleaner (and not a disinfectant, which can reduce the protection the seat offers), according to your manufacturer's instructions.
When you wash your child's car seat, always start by vacuuming it to remove crumbs and dust. Do this with a handheld vacuum or a crevice attachment. This will get all the tiniest bits from the hard-to-reach places and prepare your fabric cover for washing.
You can wash your baby's car seat in the washer or by hand using a mild soap and water. Be sure to spot clean the harness straps and buckles before you put them in the washer, because they are some of the most important parts of your car seat's safety system!
Getting Your Car Seat to Dry Quickly
When your car seat is damp, it can develop mildew, especially in those hard-to-reach areas. Many car seats allow you to air dry them, so check the manual for details on how to do that. A few of them let you use a fan to speed up the drying process.
