She and I have been working together doing virtual carseat checks. My older daughter (Piper) is now a carseat tech herself as of March 2020. That was 2006 and I haven't looked back since. Some people I knew who were technicians and adovcates suggested I become certified. Recycling your car seat is not as simple as putting it in the bin. That way you can get your next car seat and recycle your last one. Check ahead of time with Walmart, Target or your local retailer to learn when the next program is. I found myself peeking into backseats and into carseats, still interested in what seats were out there, even though I had chosen for my daughter already. These excellent car seat trade in programs do not typically run year round. When my older daughter was born in 2002, I (Wendy) did what most parents do and researched what seat I wanted for her.
Very likely! Feel free to send an email with your child's age, weight, height, shirt size (that gives me an idea of their torso length), budget, and what car(s) the child will be in. Do you have a recommendation for a seat for me? Contact us to work out availability and pricing.ġ3. Do you teach classes or do workshops for groups?Ībsolutely. If you have received a gift card, we have already been paid and there is no charge to you.ġ2. For two convertibles in two cars that would cost $50 This situation falls under additional seats and cars, since most of the education had been done during the first meeting. Now I have a convertible in each car that I need help with. Six months ago you checked my infant seat. We will not charge by the hour, just by the job.ġ0.
We will spend the time necessary with you to make sure that your seat is installed properly, you know how to use it, and answer any questions you have. What you get with us is education as well as installation, for as many cars as you would like, at a time that's are good for you. Why should I pay you when I can go somewhere else and get this done for free?
Will you still check my seats?Ībsolutely! We're happy to work with you on any amount that will fit in your current budget.ĩ. I would love to have my four seats checked, but I don't have $115 for the total cost. In many instances we can see people within a week, based on scheduling.Ĩ.
Will you have time to see me in the next two weeks? I'm due in two weeks and I'd love to have the seat checked before that. They do not need to be present for the entire check, hopefully only about five minutes.ħ. We know this is not always possible or convenient, but it is ideal. This is so we can see the fit of the seat with the child in it, we can check harness snugness, and for older kids, we can discuss with them their responsibility in the car. Ideally yes, unless they are as of yet unborn. We check seats via Skype, FaceTime, Google Duo, and Zoom.
Please install your seat before our appointment, and we'll discuss your installation, harnessing or boostering your child (if you have a baby or child, if not a doll would be great), and any other questions you may have. Please have all parts of the seat (base, if applicable, seat, manual) and anything you are planning to use with, on, or under the seat. What do I need to do and bring for a check? We charge $40 for the first seat and $25 for additional seats/cars/visits beyond that.Ĥ. Additional seats and cars can go beyond that. You can also go to to find other technicians in the US.Ī check with one seat and one car typically takes about half an hour. If you need an in person check in the Seattle area, please contact Sue Emery, Kathy Kruger, and Kelsie Laveta. Because there is no travel involved, our schedule is very flexible. We meet virtually with clients across the US (we are based in Pacific Time). This is quite an exciting time for me, being able to have my inspiration for becoming a carseat tech be a tech herself, helping others make sure their babies and kids are safe while barely not a kid anymore herself. My daughter, Piper, is now a carseat tech as well, and works with me on virtual checks. to 7:30 p.m.FAQ As of March 2020 there's a new partner in town. The second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, from 6:30 p.m.The first and third Thursdays of the month, from 1 p.m.Free virtual car seat classes are being offered by South County Fire and Safe Kids Snohomish County.For more information, email Laura Miccile or call 20. Free virtual car seat check appointments are offered by King County Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians via video chat platforms.