Keep your little ones safe with this comprehensive checklist for daily routines. Print this out and pin it to your fridge or save it on your phone for easy access.
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#### 1. Morning Routine (0-3 Hours)
Check the car seat and harness for tightness and proper fit.
Ensure the car seat is installed correctly and the LATCH system is locked.
Verify the infant car seat has the correct head support for the child's age.
Check the rear-facing car seat position and make sure the base is level.
Ensure the car seat is not leaning and is snug against the vehicle seat.
Double-check the car seat’s expiration date and replace if necessary.
Install a portable car seat in the van or second vehicle if applicable.
Secure the child’s backpack or diaper bag in the car to prevent it from moving during travel.
Place the car seat in the back seat, away from airbags.
Adjust the window seat position to prevent the child from reaching outside.
Ensure the child’s feet are not dangling or touching the dash.
Check the stroller or carrier for any loose parts.
Ensure the stroller is in the upright position and the sun canopy is up.
Secure the baby carrier or wrap harness correctly.
Make sure the carrier’s seat belt is tight and the straps are secure.
Confirm the baby’s head is positioned correctly and not resting on the carrier’s frame.
Check the baby’s chin strap if using a front carrier.
Ensure the carrier is not overloaded with additional items.
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#### 2. Naptime Routine (3-8 Hours)
Check the car seat or carrier for tightness and correct positioning.
Ensure the car seat is not placed in a forward-facing position, which is unsafe for infants.
Verify the car seat’s recline position for naps, as it should be at a 30-45-degree angle.
Check the stroller’s harness for tightness and ensure it’s correctly adjusted.
Ensure the stroller’s seat is in the appropriate recline position for naps.
Confirm the car seat is not placed in the vehicle’s center seat for better support.
Check the stroller’s sun canopy to ensure it’s fully closed to prevent UV exposure.
Ensure the car seat or carrier’s head support is correctly adjusted for naps.
Verify the car seat or carrier is not placed on a bumpy surface during naps.
Check the stroller’s brakes are engaged and the wheels are locked.
Ensure the stroller or carrier is not placed in direct sunlight.
Check the baby’s clothing for safety, ensuring there are no dangling strings or loose buttons.
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#### 3. Evening Routine (8-12 Hours)
Check the car seat or carrier for tightness and correct positioning.
Ensure the car seat’s harness is properly adjusted and secure.
Verify the car seat’s recline position for naps, as it should be at a 30-45-degree angle.
Check the stroller’s harness for tightness and ensure it’s correctly adjusted.
Ensure the stroller’s seat is in the appropriate recline position for naps.
Confirm the car seat is not placed in the vehicle’s center seat for better support.
Check the stroller’s sun canopy to ensure it’s fully closed to prevent UV exposure.
Ensure the car seat or carrier’s head support is correctly adjusted for naps.
Verify the car seat or carrier is not placed on a bumpy surface during naps.
Check the stroller’s brakes are engaged and the wheels are locked.
Ensure the stroller or carrier is not placed in direct sunlight.
Check the baby’s clothing for safety, ensuring there are no dangling strings or loose buttons.
Confirm the car seat’s seatbelt is functioning properly.
Verify the car seat’s belt path is clear and free of debris.
Check the stroller’s seat for any cracks or damage.
Ensure the stroller’s wheels are properly inflated and aligned.
Check the car seat or carrier’s straps for any signs of wear or damage.
Ensure the car seat or carrier’s base is clean and free of dust.
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#### 4. Outdoor Safety
Check the car seat or carrier for any signs of wear or damage.
Ensure the car seat’s harness and straps are clean and free of debris.
Verify the car seat’s buckle is functioning properly.
Check the stroller’s brakes and ensure they are working correctly.
Ensure the stroller’s seat is clean and free of debris.
Check the stroller’s wheels for proper alignment and inflation.
Verify the car seat or carrier’s base is clean and free of dust.
Check the car seat or carrier for any signs of wear or damage.
Ensure the car seat’s harness and straps are clean and free of debris.
Verify the car seat’s buckle is functioning properly.
Check the stroller’s brakes and ensure they are working correctly.
Ensure the stroller’s seat is clean and free of debris.
Check the stroller’s wheels for proper alignment and inflation.
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#### 5. Miscellaneous Safety Checks
Check the car seat or carrier for any signs of wear or damage.
Ensure the car seat’s harness and straps are clean and free of debris.
Verify the car seat’s buckle is functioning properly.
Check the stroller’s brakes and ensure they are working correctly.
Ensure the stroller’s seat is clean and free of debris.
Check the stroller’s wheels for proper alignment and inflation.
Verify the car seat or carrier’s base is clean and free of dust.
Check the car seat or carrier for any signs of wear or damage.
Ensure the car seat’s harness and straps are clean and free of debris.
Verify the car seat’s buckle is functioning properly.
Check the stroller’s brakes and ensure they are working correctly.
Ensure the stroller’s seat is clean and free of debris.
Check the stroller’s wheels for proper alignment and inflation.