Which car seat is the best?

The best car seat is one that; fits your child, fits in the car, is properly installed and one that will be used on every ride.  All child safety seats must meet the same U.S. Federal Safety Standard (fmvss213).  The cost of the car seat has nothing to do with the safety of the car seat.  They are all designed to hold and protect the child during a crash.  What really makes the difference is the installation of the car seat.  96 percent of all car seats are improperly installed or used.  It is recommended that all the manufacturer’s instructions are understood but your best source of help is a certified child passenger safety seat technician.  You may go to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website to locate a technician near you or contact the Police Department at (781) 631-1212.