(Part 2) Best baby safety car seat accessories according to redditors

M Design Shoulder Strap Positioner to Reduce Neck Irritation - Breast Cancer Awareness Edition (2 Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GWZ6W22/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Vy46CbV6ZAKEW


Here ya go! Same ones I have.

Protip: get a set of car seat protectors to protect your seats. They're way easier to clean, and the pair I got is water proof and has red stitching to match the interior.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GLNJY6X?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

It's looking pretty great! 2 things I'd consider adding:

JJ Cole Car Seat Cover, Black Tri Stitch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077C2GL53/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zhQYDbNCZTTZ6

Oogiebear - The Safe Baby Nasal Booger and Ear Cleaner; Baby Shower and Registry Essential Snot Removal Tool - 1 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GXTTPKI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_piQYDbZWJ5ZXB

Is that bottom rectangular part attached to what you're holding? It looks like a windshield sun shade along with a baby carseat sun cover.

Here’s the link for those interested. I’m not affiliated with this or anything. Just happy with the purchase and wanted to share

BlingBelle Auto Seat Back Protectors 2 Pack Waterproof Leather Seat Cover for The Back of Your Seat, Car Back Seat Protectors, Backseat Child Kick Guard Seat Saver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NXDCRXD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CUJlDb7SAJYA4

Is it so you can see your baby in your rear view mirror? If so, this one has worked for us: Baby Car Mirror, DARVIQS Car Seat... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MT8HXVC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Got my X this year as well, and for the safety of the car, and my sanity, i got the seat protectors below as well as the floor mats to keep things clean. They have both held up great to my 6 year old and 2 year old.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F8F605U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N5POES9/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.com/JJ-Cole-Seat-Cover-Khaki/dp/B003ZUXQXU/ref=sr_1_2?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1416412502&sr=1-2&keywords=carseat+blanket

A cheap front only dashcam which works really well, like $35 on Amazon. Got interesting views as I evac'd during a fire.

Sunscreen for windshield, don't want a melty dash!

Safety belt adjuster thing because I'm a shrimp.
https://smile.amazon.com/Seatbelt-Adjuster-Protector-Positioner-Universal/dp/B07KPD3JYB/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?keywords=safety%2Bbelt%2Badjuster%2Bfor%2Badults&qid=1573109388&sprefix=safety%2Bbelt%2B&sr=8-8&th=1&psc=1

Hang bars for dry cleaning.. https://smile.amazon.com/IPELY-Universal-Vehicle-Headrest-Grocery/dp/B01FESXGSU/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=seat+back+hanger+hooks&qid=1573109491&sprefix=seat+back+hanger&sr=8-6

Organizer thingy for the back. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01DZ03PP8?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Various decals and such - Ravenclaw, USMC veteran, and a metallic "Improbability Drive" one that makes me laugh when I see it. Got those on Etsy.

New Amoeba Music "Peace Through Music" license plate frame straight from Amoeba.


I REALLY want a Tesla Tap so I can get that sweet sweet level 3 quick charge.

We've had good luck with the Meeno Baby Carseat Liner. It seems to keep him from being completely sweaty. He still feels moist, but not wet. I also really like my stroller fan. In the car, we use these cling shades from Britax.

Otherwise, use the oldies, but goodies... Cool wash cloth to wipe down face and neck. Go early/late when it's cooler. You could also use those neck cooling things (the ones that expand when you soak them).

Remember to take care of you, too. Lots of water and cool clothing. Take breaks and don't overdo it.

Here's the link, for proof.

I'm using these in my G37 and wife's RX350, they work very well, and have nice mesh pockets for toys and stuff:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BSJXF82/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These keep the seats protected quite well, and they're cheap.

I picked up this one at a second hand shop and love it - http://www.amazon.com/Diono-Easy-View-Mirror-Black/dp/B005PK1EQ4/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1370283097&sr=8-13&keywords=baby+car+mirror

What about something like this?

Do you have a front-facing backseat mirror? My son became so much more relaxed in the car after we installed one. We have this one -- <$10 shipped with Prime.

I use a carabiner-style seatbelt for my dog and don't do this, but I have seen a seatbelt cover for sale at places like Amazon, or you can make one yourself using a plastic cup.

Seatbelt lock


Premium Safety Seatbelt Secure Buckle Cover by Wididi (1 Pack and 2 Pack) (Red, 1-Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y56N2DW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_pEX5Cb77SV447

Sure this is what I use - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N0AXQLN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Theres a simple solution, just get one of those convex mirrors like this one:

https://www.amazon.com/Ideapro-Backseat-Rearview-Adjustable-Forward/dp/B01N0AXQLN

This is the cover we're thinking of putting over the JJ Cole to block out the wind.

MHJY Carseat Canopy Cover Nursing Cover Breathable Baby Car Seat Canopy Multi-use Floral Flower Carseat Canopy for Girl Boy Baby Shower Gift Cover for Breastfeeding Moms https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PMGBLH9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_HolZDbKAAXJ6J

https://www.amazon.com/COOLBEBE-Straps-Shoulder-Pushchair-Stroller/dp/B07THXV7HZ/ref=pd_cp_75_3/143-2709386-6915365?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07THXV7HZ&pd_rd_r=08071b47-e3b8-4e74-9e1b-d88b41a3cf95&pd_rd_w=U893f&pd_rd_wg=5f8Wi&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=C9PN2VRAJP63C0DQ9KEX&psc=1&refRID=C9PN2VRAJP63C0DQ9KEX

Nursing cover at $9.99! No coupon code needed!

Nursing cover with unicorn pattern

We just got this one off Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D3KBWSL/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_ijP3Db5YTBR7D. The seat isn't bulky and attaches by anchors

I just got this carseat cover, looks amazing and safe

JJ Cole - Car Seat Cover,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077C2GL53?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Let me suggest these :) for the kickmats though, I had to create my own tie downs for the bottom

Car Seat Protector (2-Pack) by Drive Auto Products - Best Protection for Child & Baby Cars Seats, Dog Mat - Ultimate Cover Pad Protects Automotive Vehicle Leather or Cloth Upholstery https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F8F605U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_JIyhzbCBECK9H

Best Kick Mats with Backseat Organizer Pocket Storage – 100% Waterproof – 2 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KY7X2JO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xJyhzbBXT1J50

Our LO screamed in the car!

Two things helped, and I'm not sure which was most effective because we did both at the same time:

• Adjusted the straps. Turns out they were insanely tight around her sides and we were measuring mostly around her shoulders.
  
  
• Bought a Cool Mee insert. She was always super sweaty and I think the material in our Baby Trend was irritating her skin.
  
  http://www.amazon.com/Infant-Bucket-Seat-Liner-Color/dp/B004RVGPUC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407109029&sr=8-1&keywords=Cool+mee
  
  Now she hardly ever cries!

Disclaimer: I'm in Texas -- but when my son was 3-5 months old we spent about 6 weeks in Chicago.

I found that the bucket-style car seat carriers will keep the little ones quite warm. So I would bundle him up in some layers, including something fleece, in the bucket (within the safety requirements for a car seat, so nothing too puffy).

There are also "shower cap" style warm cover things that will go over a bucket and not affect the straps.

Then I had a fleece thing that went over the top of the bucket to block the wind and any snow and also help protect any parts still exposed.

That seemed to do the trick!

I actually have one of those Old Navy fleece things you linked to. I didn't find it very convenient, because with just that one zipper, it was really a pain in the ass to get my chunky baby into and out of it. There are better ones that have a zipper that runs down the the front on two sides. I vastly preferred the one someone lent me that worked like that. The zippers went most of the way down the legs, so you just had to lay your kid into it, put their little feet through the leg holes, arms through the sleeves and then zip up both zippers. Here's one like what I was talking about... unfortunately sports themed, but you get the idea anyway.