Dads advice - the day is approaching fast!

[Neuromancer]

Originally Posted by Razorhog

Just got done installing two infant car seats in my minivan! I sold my 2006 Tacoma and bought a 2009 Sienna. I'm the cool dad-to-be sporting the minivan
The install wasn't too bad considering it was my first time. I had to roll up a towel and put it underneath to get them good and level. Any dads out there got any advice for a soon to be dad?

You might not want them totally level...if they lean back a bit it will put the children in a slightly leaning back position that might be more comfortable to them then sitting straight upright...that way their heads will rest against the back of the carseat and be cushioned...

[BigFrank]

Originally Posted by Neuromancer

You might not want them totally level...if they lean back a bit it will put the children in a slightly leaning back position that might be more comfortable to them then sitting straight upright...that way their heads will rest against the back of the carseat and be cushioned...

yea good point, kids in the car = instant nap time.

[Razorhog]

Originally Posted by Neuromancer

You might not want them totally level...if they lean back a bit it will put the children in a slightly leaning back position that might be more comfortable to them then sitting straight upright...that way their heads will rest against the back of the carseat and be cushioned...

That is understandable. However I read that newborns need to leaned back at about a 45 degree angle. The seats have a little leveling device that lets you know it is in the proper position. I'll run by the police station and have them inspect them to make sure.