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How can you help encourage your child to swim?

February 4, 2019 By Family Focus

How can you help encourage your child to swim?

Swimming is a fun and exited activity for both children and parents alike. Watching them progress and become more confident in the water will give you real sence of pride. Swimming lessons can be a great start for your children’s learn to swim journey but if it doesn’t have to stop with the lessons. You can encourage your child in the bath, at the local pools or at the … [Read more...] about How can you help encourage your child to swim?

When do I need to move my baby out of a capsule?

October 12, 2018 By Karyn

Is your baby getting a little swishy in his or her capsule? The team at Baby Box have provided some guidance on how to know when to move on from an infant capsule and into a convertible car seat. Here’s what the ladies had to say: It’s not one size fits all Different capsules have different specs, so some can quite comfortably fit a child until 12 months old but others will … [Read more...] about When do I need to move my baby out of a capsule?

5 key ways your child’s car seat keeps them safe in a collision

October 12, 2018 By Karyn

A car seat is designed for function: to keep your child safe when travelling in a vehicle. The Child Restraint Technicians at Baby Box explain 5 ways a car seat does just that: 1. Car seats keep your child in your vehicle. Cars are designed for adults and not kids or infants. If your child was using just a vehicle belt, it’s likely your child would slip out during a … [Read more...] about 5 key ways your child’s car seat keeps them safe in a collision

5 tips for second hand car seat buyers

October 12, 2018 By Karyn

Many parents are offered second hand car seats or buy them because they feel they can’t afford a brand new one. The Child Restraint Technicians at Baby Box have the following advice for those considering a second-hand car seat: When buying a second-hand car seat, make sure you know the car seat’s expiry date Car seats come with a “use by” from the manufacturer. … [Read more...] about 5 tips for second hand car seat buyers

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