FREE Car Seat Complementary Child Safety Seat Check Private 1:1 Appointment by Norwalk Hospital!

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This is an appointment for a complimentary car seat check with a certified Safe Kids car seat technician.  Please see what to do and expect below.  You will be asked some key questions at registration so we can be better prepared to assist you.  There is no fee for this service.

Before the Car Seat Checkup

• Be prepared to learn, not just watch the CPS technician install the car seat. They're trained to teach you.
• Know your child's current weight and height.
• Using the car seat instruction manual and the vehicle owner’s manual, try to install the car seat into your vehicle prior to your appointment if possible.  It's okay if it's not correct they will help you fix it!
• Tip! Check the index of your vehicle owner’s manual for “child safety seats”.
• Be sure to bring the car seat instruction manual AND the vehicle owner’s manual with you to your appointment if still available.
• If possible, bring your child with you as well as another caregiver to help while you are learning.
• Be prepared to learn. The CPS Technician is trained to educate you to install and use your car seat properly in your vehicle
• You must be 18 years or older to schedule this appointment or have an adult present with you at the time of your appointment
• Please bring your driver's license.

During the Car Seat Checkup

• This one-on-one education typically takes 20-30 minutes, depending on your car seat and vehicle. The technician will take all the time you need until you feel comfortable that your car seat is used and installed correctly.
• During the checkup, a CPS Technician will:
  • Fill out a car seat check form to document the process (including car seat type, location in the vehicle, misuse observations, etc.). The form may be electronic or on paper.
  • Review car seat selection appropriate for your child’s age, weight, and height as well as review factors that affect proper use.  The technician will ensure a proper fit for your child if the child is present.
  • Review the car seat instruction manual and the vehicle owner’s manual to ensure that both are being followed correctly.
  • Ensure that an appropriate seating position in the vehicle is being used.
  • Check the car seat for recalls, visible damage, and expiration date.
  • Guide your installation of the car seat. You are encouraged to ask to learn how to install the car seat in different seating positions with different installation techniques.
  • Discuss the next steps for your child, such as when to move to the next type of car seat.
  • Discuss your state laws and best practice recommendations for occupant safety.
  • Discuss the benefits of everyone riding properly restrained, including all adults.
  • Discuss safety in and around the vehicle.
  • Answer any questions you may have, so ask away.  Ensure you feel confident about installing your seat safely before leaving.

After the Car Seat Checkup

A car seat checkup is considered a success if you can answer yes to the following questions:

• Did you help perform the installation?
• Were your questions answered? If not, were you given direction as to who you should contact, or will the CPS Technician follow up with you?

• Thursday, January 15, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PMNorwalk Hospital Ambulatory Entrance