First time dad who can fix anything but can't confidently install a car seat for his baby. This video should be linked to Graco's user manual! Their manual works but, this video is the best hand-holding I've needed. Thank you.

@safeintheseat

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching it!

@javiersp15

7 ай бұрын

I second this comment

@JoseLopez-kp5ps

7 ай бұрын

Lol I third this comment to

@luckyskb

6 ай бұрын

I fourth that comment😅

@AK-rx6hv

4 ай бұрын

Amen brother

I read the directions 5X from Graco, and I still didn't understand it. A few minutes reviewing your video and now I understand how to install it safely. Thank you so much!!

@safeintheseat

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching the video, and I'm glad it helped you figure out how to install your seat!

Watched this video about 5 times just to still have to rewatch when I bought the seat. Thank you Michelle!!! We were about to give up on it 😅

We love our Graco e2f! We have a almost 4 year old, almost 40lbs (now using seat belt installation) and for our almost 2 year old, about 25lbs. They both got this once they grew out of their infant seats. All of our friends think it's 'crazy' our 4 year old is still rear-facing. Hoping to make it to kinder before forward facing! Thank you for all you do in educating us!!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Glad you love it and you are definitely not crazy! Lainie, on my team, had her daughter rear-facing until almost 8.

Thank you, Michelle! It felt like I was reading Chinese when reviewing the manual. You explained everything so clearly and made it easy to understand.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Some of the manuals are definitely more complicated to read than others. I'm glad you found this video helpful.

Based on your car seat recommendation guide we bought this for our one year old when we moved him out of the infant seat - and we wish we had bought it for our first child 4 years ago!

Thank you! I just bought this for my 9 month old, as he is too tall for his infant car seat (already around 30-31”), and when reading the manual it can be confusing! So glad I looked up a video demonstrating. Now I feel more confident about installing it in my Kia. My one comment was for the cup holders- the manual says it’s easier to pull the cover away before clicking them into place, and I found this to be true!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@littlerebel_0825

4 ай бұрын

Yes! My daughter is 4 months old and is already 27 inches long and I just purchased this one before our trip to Florida for vacation and I’ve read this manual too many times. I said just forget it I’ll find it on KZread!

Your tip to pull up the shoulder belt portion only while pushing down the seat, so helpful! Saved the day for us. Thanks!

@safeintheseat

8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

This is the BEST how to video out there. No nonsense - straight to the point. Thank you so much SITS!

@safeintheseat

5 ай бұрын

That's so kind of you to say! Thanks for watching!

Perfect timing on this video! We have the Extend to Fit for our tall, 2 year old & we’re discussing whether to get our daughter the same seat! Looks like it will work well for her since we plan to do extended rear facing! Thanks for the info!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

This is the best video I’ve ever seen! Thank you so much, new mom here and I was so lost!

@safeintheseat

5 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Such a great video with lots of details and explanations! Thank you so much for helping parents/guardians keep little ones safe! ❤

@safeintheseat

9 ай бұрын

You are so kind! Thanks for watching

Thank you so much for this! We got this for my Dad's car and we had no clue when we were reading the manual last night at the airport! Thank you so much ❤

@safeintheseat

3 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

Thank you for all the info!! Our 3 1/2 year old maxed out his current seat and we are looking for extended rear facing and this video helped us make our decision!!

@safeintheseat

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

great video ! always nice when someone takes the time to explain everything clearly, really appreciated.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Currently unboxing our Extend2Fit for my baby who turns 1 on Sunday. Our almost 4 year old is in the same seat and it’s worked well for us and we’re familiar with it. My toddler is petite, almost 30 pounds now, and my 1 year old is catching up to her quickly! We’re keeping them both rear-facing as long as possible. It stresses me out when I see all her little classmates forward-facing, I want to turn them all around and keep them safe!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you like it! Thanks for watching!

I’ve never related more to an instruction video. This video was super helpful and I got my car seat installed in no time. Love the little moments of struggling to get the straps tight enough 😂.

@safeintheseat

3 ай бұрын

I'm glad you found the video so helpful!

Great information, as always. Thank you for what you do. I've learned so much about keeping the kiddos safe.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

We have this seat and watching this was reassuring we’ve installed it right 😮‍💨😁 thank you for your work!!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thank you so much for this video! Another first time dad who didn't even know the anchors existed in my car, so reading the manual was no help! Super helpful to actually see process and have it explained

@safeintheseat

2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

Thank you so so much for your video! I was able to install the baby seat without any problem! After getting frustrated with the instruction booklet... haha!

@safeintheseat

6 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

I love the overhang guide on the base. It's so helpful.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

It is very helpful for sure!

We love this car seat! My son is 2.5 and 42 pounds. He's also tall, so we are keeping an eye on guidelines of when we will have to switch him forward-facing -- we are trying to keep him rear-facing for as long as possible!

Very helpful! I’m looking forward to seeing the forward facing installation too!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

It's up now!

Very helpful video. Could not get the anchors tight for anything until watching this video.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

So much better than trying to decipher the manual. Thank you!

@safeintheseat

10 ай бұрын

I'm glad you found the installation video helpful, but it's still important to read your manual!

Super helpful for install! Thank you! You can also take the cover off to put the cup holders in. Its really easy that way. 😊

@safeintheseat

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thank you! Super clear and helpful tips!!

@safeintheseat

11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you for the fantastic well-rounded video! 🙂

@safeintheseat

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching it!

You’re the goat of car seat instructions 🐐

@safeintheseat

10 ай бұрын

That's kind of you to say!

You rock. Thank you so much for this video!

@safeintheseat

7 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Thank you for this video. Saved me lots of headaches

@safeintheseat

9 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

This video is amazing and a life savor! Thank you!!! 10/10

@safeintheseat

5 күн бұрын

I'm glad to hear that! Thanks for watching it!

Great explanation!

Thank you for this!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Very informative videos. Thank u so much. How do u adjust the seat belts that way they are not too loose or too tight?

@safeintheseat

2 ай бұрын

I tighten the seat belt as shown in the video. It is impossible to get it too tight with human force alone.

Thank you so much for this video! I would love to know if you have any tips on when to remove the inserts? How to determine the best fit there. Thank you!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

We remove the head insert right away because it usually just pushes the child's head forward.The bottom insert can be removed whenever you feel like it.

Great video thank you

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thank you from a first time dad trying to install my second ever car seat, your video made it so much easier and saved me time!

@safeintheseat

8 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

We love our Graco Extend 2 Fit for our tall 3 year old! Question about rear-facing seatbelt installation: the shoulder belt slides under the cup holder when we pull it tight. Is that safe? We can’t seem to get it to come out to the side without having too much movement at the belt path (we have the anti rebound bar version)

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Yes, that's fine

Question: if extending the foot panel, do we extend first and then do the installation? Or install first and once it’s tight, extend the foot panel? Thank you for this video- so informative!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

You need to extend the panel first before installing the seat

Thank you so much for all your great videos. We have a debating going on. My partner put the seat in so the back of the seat is straight up. I thought it should be at a slight recline, otherwise it is like our child is almost holding up their head. And if there can be a slight incline do I create it using the seats incline or use a pool noodle or towel. The seat is leather and bucket seat and is deep with a pitch. And want to pull out the extended a little bit. Hope this makes sense. Thank you again

@safeintheseat

Ай бұрын

If the child can sit unassisted, you can use any of the reclines as long as the recline ball is within the right zone. You should not need a pool noodle or towel as this seat has 4 recline options already.

Fantastic video and learned a lot. I had one question for rear-facing with children over 3 months but under 40 lbs (eg my 25 lbs two year old). In the rear facing position can we adjust the extender past position 1 to give the child extra leg room? The manual was a little unclear, stating: “For children over 40 lb (18 kg), use position 2, 3 or 4.” I assume we can adjust the extender as we like for under 40lb but the manual wasn’t clear.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

You can use the extender whenever you want, even when the child is above 40#. You can even not use it if desired with a child over 40#. Unless you are in Canada and have the Platinum version, Graco does not require you to use it with any specific weights. It's just a guideline.

Hey! Thank you for this video it's very helpful. I had some people in a carseat group say that with seatbelt install for rear facing, the tether should be rerouted to the front facing path. I can't really decipher it in the manual because it doesn't specify, I was just wondering if it was safe through the rf belt path?

@safeintheseat

6 ай бұрын

Graco doesn't care for this seat

HELPFUL VIDEO 10/10!!!!!!

@safeintheseat

10 ай бұрын

Glad you think so!

Love this seat. Kept my daughter in it rear facing until 4years old. Question: I am having difficulty reclining the seat to position 5, 5&6. I pull the lever but it doesn't move into those positions. Can you help? Thanks again for all your videos, tips & tricks.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Check for any crumbs and if it's already clean, then contact Graco

I know some companies like diono also have foam pieces you can put under the seat for recline and balance.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

It's not for balance. The foam piece that Diono makes is the same as a pool noodle or rolled towel. Not all car seats allow a noodle or towel to adjust the recline.

We bought the 3 in 1 but did seatbelt install. Do you have to take out the lower anchor strap before installing with the seatbelt? I couldn’t find that info in the manual!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

They are attached to the seat and cannot be removed. But you can move them from one belt path to the other if you want. So if you are installing the seat rear-facing with the seat belt, you can move the lower anchors to the forward-facing belt path and store them in the lower anchor storage location on the seat. You can find that location in the beginning of your manual where it labels all the parts of the seat.

I have a question about latching lower anchors. I put the carseat in the middle seat and use the lower anchor it but I attach each side to closest one from each passenger seat because the middle doesn't have those anchors. So the right side is connected to the closest on that passenger seat, and the left side is using the other passenger seat closest to the car seat. Is that safe? It passes the tightness test and doesn't move more than an inch. (sorry if confusing, was having a hard time describing what I'm talking about!)

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

This is called lower anchor borrowing. Many vehicles do not allow it. I recommend installing with the seat belt if you want to keep it in the middle seat. Lower anchors have weight limits anyway (45# if you have this seat), so you would have to switch to the seat belt installation at some point

We have trouble getting my daughters harness tight and always have up pull from behind to get it right. I’m nervous about using it when she’s forward facing .. any advice?!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

For whatever reason, it's usually not a problem once they turn forward-facing

This video is so helpful! Thank you! Am I right in understanding this seat is for up to 50lbs rear facing or 49 inches tall, whichever comes first? And if a child reaches 50lbs before they reach 49 inches, then it can be turned around and faced forward up to 65lbs? I was just a little confused on whether 49 inches was the rear facing limit, forward facing, or both!

@safeintheseat

5 ай бұрын

That's correct. Most kids would reach 50 pounds before 49." But the limit is 49" for both modes.

Or if you have an older car you might the have the anchor bars. Also some cars with 3rd row seats dont have anchors in the back or only have anchors on one of the seats (obviously we dont recommend the third row, but i kmow there are some families with a lot of little kids in seats). OR if you have 2 seats side by side both sets of latches wont fit on the anchor..(learned this recently in my hisband's truck lol ).

Thank you for this! I'm overwhelmed by the different Graco models - is any comparable to the 4Ever 4-in-1 DLX Convertible car seat? Does that model have the overhang issue when forward facing?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

They have like 50 options it feels like, so it's understandable that you would feel overwhelmed. We don't like the current 4Ever models, especially the booster modes. They are short-lived and very bulky. It's typically less expensive to buy a convertible and then a separate booster.

@jenniferchaple4450

Жыл бұрын

@@safeintheseat Thank you so much for replying! We purchased the 4Ever DLX last year not knowing it could become an issue when we switch to forward facing in a few years. I've made peace w/ the need to purchase a booster once she becomes of age :')

I feel like I’m missing something on the seat belt install rear facing. Every time I try to tight the seat belt the shoulder strap pulls the seat up and in towards the middle?

@safeintheseat

10 ай бұрын

If you are tightening the seat belt from inside of the seat instead of outside, you won't have this problem

We just bought the graco growwithme for our 1 year old and she is rear facing for sure but my husband and I are having a dispute about whether or not to use the top tether or not? I’ve always thought to not use to for rear facing?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

For the seat you have, you only use the top tether forward-facing. When using the seat in rear-facing mode, the top tether should be in its storage location

Is there a video showing how to put the cover back on? There are loops we are not able to figure out what they hook on to! Would appreciate any help!

@safeintheseat

6 ай бұрын

We don't have one. That's why I recommend taking a video when removing the cover! Check the manual to see where everything goes.

When installing this seat rear facing using the vehicle’s seat belt, do you leave the latch belt in the belt path? And then does the seat belt sit on top of the latch belt? Or can you move the latch belt to the forward facing position first, prior to putting the vehicle’s seat belt through the rear facing path?

@safeintheseat

6 ай бұрын

Either way is fine for this seat. Just make sure the lower anchors are stored away and not left dangling.

Where does the headrest and earpads need to be positioned in reference to the toddlers head? Also where should the chest strap sit? I have it at armpit level but it seams to high. Thanks.

@safeintheseat

10 ай бұрын

We remove the head insert as it usually just pushes the child's head forward. The harness has to be at or below the shoulders AND the child has to have at least 1" between their head and the top of the car seat; so just move the headrest to a position where both of these criteria are met. Chest clip should be on the sternum, so for an older child, this has a little more range than just at the armpit level.

Curious about when it’s safe to remove the inner pieces… the manual felt a little unclear to me

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

We remove the head insert right away because it usually just pushes the child's head forward. The bottom insert can be removed whenever you feel like it.

We just got this seat installed. The harness straps are over our 14 month old’s upper thighs and not her pelvis/hips at all. Is that ok? Very different from how her Chicco Keyfit35 harness fit.

@safeintheseat

6 күн бұрын

Yes, this is fine!

Can you adjust the recline on this seat without disconnecting or adjusting the tether straps?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

No, you must uninstall it to change the recline

Can you explain how you know which recline number you are at? It does not seem obvious visually, nor does it have 6 distinct clicks. Thanks!

@safeintheseat

7 ай бұрын

There is a sticker on the side of the seat and an arrow points to which recline you are using. It's very easy to see

I’m confused as to when to recline the seat and how to know it’s at a good recline now that baby has neck control, does it matter between 2-4? Thank you!

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Once the baby can sit unassisted, you can choose any of the rear-facing reclines as long as the recline ball is in the blue area.

@Agentsquirtle22

Жыл бұрын

@@safeintheseatdoes it matter if it’s in the light blue or dark blue?

Does the bottom have to be flushed with the back of the seat? If so, how are we supposed to use the foot rest? (For rear facing 2 year old toddler)

@safeintheseat

11 ай бұрын

It doesn't, it just has to make contact somewhere and must not move more than 1" from side to side

Can you put this seat in the middle seat that has a cup holder pull down?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Yes

Can you recline different positions without having to undo the seat belt while in rear facing ? Tia 😊

@safeintheseat

9 ай бұрын

No, the only convertible seats that have that option available would be some of the swivel seats.

Aren’t we required to secure it from the top in rear facing? With the hook at the bottom of the passenger seat?

@safeintheseat

6 күн бұрын

Neither required, nor allowed!

I have a 2 year old who is currently 27 pounds, she’s decently and it seems like her legs don’t get into a comfortable position in the rear facing position. I can’t figure this car seat out. I don’t understand how to make her more comfortable other than reclining it all the way back. But I want it to be in the #4 position so she’s sitting up. I drive a 2022 Kia forte. I wonder if it’s the cars fault or if I’m doing something wrong.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

You can show her different ways to put her legs (criss cross, straight up with her feet near the vehicle headrest, legs over the side, etc).

Hi there! Is there a fit requirement for the crotch belt to be in either slot? I just installed my car seat with the crotch belt and the closest spot to the baby, but not sure if I need to uninstall the car seat and try it in the larger position. If so, I assume I have to adjust the recline to get to the crotch belt, and I think the only way to adjust the recline is to disconnect the car seat from the latch belt? Just wanted to confirm with you- is there a rule about the crotch belt position? And do I have to disconnect the car seat to adjust the recline to have access to re-threatening the crotch belt? THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU DO!!!!! ❤

@safeintheseat

5 ай бұрын

For rear-facing, the crotch buckle used should be the one that is closest to, but not under baby. You have to uninstall the seat to move it.

Thanks for the lovely video. I wanted to check if graco extend2fit can be installed in the rear middle seat. Really appreciate if you can give your 2cents if it's a good idea.

@safeintheseat

6 ай бұрын

As long as you can get a tight installation with the seat belt in that space, it is fine.

@shantanusamajdar3159

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the reply.

Can you adjust the recline without uninstalling and reinstalling?

@safeintheseat

11 ай бұрын

No, only a few swivel seats have that feature.

Does this seat along with the Graco 3 in 1 slim fit really have an expiration date of 10 years? I thought all car seats had a default of a 6 year expiration date?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Car seats do not have a default 6 year expiration date. You have to check the manual and/or sticker of each seat in order to find out the expiration. The range is 6-12 years depending on the seat

@ashlynneross3105

Жыл бұрын

@@safeintheseat Thank you so much for sharing this information!

I feel like the straps by my kiddos thighs are in a weird position, can do a demo on safety checks buckling your kid in this car seat?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Yes! And in many convertible seats the keg straps sit a bit more on the things. Perfectly fine so long as all harness adjustments are correct! Our courses go over this in detail and I’ll make a note to add a video here too!

@kaylaodonohue9035

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Also the crotch buckle, the one option is he is sitting on and the other is way in front of him? Which is correct?

Okay, so this is a question I literally can’t find the answer to anywhere. So I have an old car, and have to use the seatbelt to install this car seat. Not sure if I can explain this right, but here we go. So the actual car sear belt kinda twists when I pull it tight.. If that makes sense. Like it twists naturally because of the angle, is that safe? If I’m not explaining that right, maybe I can get a picture to you?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

You can email a picture to the car seat manufacturer.

@coolcatcasey07

2 ай бұрын

I'm having the same issue. Did you ever figure it out?

Can I install this car seat in a Suzuki Baleno? Thanks in advance!

@safeintheseat

10 ай бұрын

If you are in another country, it will be a little more difficult to install. But you can make it work. If the vehicle has lower anchors, you can use those for installation until the child is 45 pounds. If it does not, then you will need a locking clip to do a seat belt installation. If you contact Graco, they may be able to send you one.

Coming from an uppababy, I can't believe there are seats with installation as involved as this. This video is super helpful nonetheless but man, these other manufacturers need to copy uppababy's system.

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Many of them are like this. Uppababy only has an easy installation for their infant seat; their convertible seat is challenging as well.

Is this good for newborn ? I’m trying to decide what to get 🙏

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

We have found that this one doesn't give a good fit for all newborns, so it's not one that we recommend. Our convertible car seat buying kit is on sale for a few more days. It lets you know which convertible seats that we have found fit newborns well and then helps you figure out what features in a car seat are important to you so you can choose the seat that works best for your situation. shop.safeintheseat.com/products/convertible-car-seat-buying-kit?_gl=1*1t4r2h2*_gcl_au*MTgyNTE3Nzg5LjE2ODAxMDI1MzA.&_ga=2.172747051.942324928.1686830907-1475617773.1656513980

Would you consider making a video like this about the Nuna Rava?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Yep! Plan to do it on all seats if you all are liking these videos!

@KatieBroach93

Жыл бұрын

@@safeintheseat Thank you so much!! :)

How does the Extend2Fit 2-in-1 compare to the 3-in-1 seat?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

We prefer the 3-in-1. We have reviews for both of them: safeintheseat.com/?s=extend2fit

What if the lower anchor straps aren’t long enough to fit the vehicle?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Please check that you have the lower anchors in the correct belt path first, we see often that people don't have the lower anchors routed properly. Next, make sure you are using the correct lower anchor positions in the vehicle (generally just behind the driver or just behind the passenger, and not in the middle seat). Lastly, make sure you have loosened the lower anchors all the way. You won't have an issue, if all of these things are correct.

@user-ry2sv4dg3v

Жыл бұрын

@@safeintheseat I did have it in the wrong belt path. I watched the video again and figured it out. Thank you!

Can we move this car seat and attach to the stroller ?

@safeintheseat

7 ай бұрын

No, this seat stays in the car

Does the seat have to be straight up the normal car seat

@safeintheseat

6 ай бұрын

The vehicle seat should be in an upright position

@joellewilbur9724

6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much

It is either or for the seat belt or anchors??

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

You must only use one of those

What about the Graco 3 in 1 Slimfit? 😅

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

The installation is very similar to this one

Don't forget that the foot panel has to be on certain settings based on weight

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

It does not. That's optional unless you are in Canada and have the Platinum version

When do we remove pads?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

For this seat, you can use them for the entire time you are rear-facing if you want, but you can take them out anytime you want.

Why buy this one when the 3 in 1 version has an anti rebound bar?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

It can be a budget issue for some people

@ruturaj47

Жыл бұрын

@@safeintheseat I saw your other review which included the one with anti rebound bar. I assume if budget isn't a concern, that one would be the best seat for extended rear facing?

Is 45 pounds including the the seat weight ?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

The 45# is for the child only

Thanks for the video. Is it possible to use both ways same time. Latch + seatbelt for more secure fixation?

@safeintheseat

2 ай бұрын

That's not allowed with this seat. You must choose one or the other.

You didn’t move the LATCH strap to the opposite belt path when doing the seat belt install. The manual says to move the LATCH strap before doing seat belt install.

@labellavita992

Жыл бұрын

Triogrow also has this rule 😬

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

Graco has told us that this is not required

@labellavita992

Жыл бұрын

@@safeintheseat why would the manual say it though if it’s not required?

@bungee_gum44

Жыл бұрын

By latch strap, are you talking about the lower anchor strap? I couldn’t find anything in the manual about moving it. It’s driving me crazy not knowing if it should be removed or not when using the seat belt 😭

@labellavita992

Жыл бұрын

@@bungee_gum44 the triogrow manual just says to store the latch in the opposite belt path, when using the seatbelt

Is there rules on the inserts ?

@safeintheseat

Жыл бұрын

You can only use them rear-facing. That is the only rule. Otherwise, you can use or remove them when you want

I absolutely hate this car seat...they don't make it easy..had to get another one

@safeintheseat

2 ай бұрын

I'm sorry to hear you had such a hard time with it! I hope you like whatever you ended up with.

Terrible. terrible tightening design. TERRIBLE. AVOID.