Bubble Bum

spokaneCPST · Dec 25, 2010

http://thecarseatlady.blogspot.com/2010/12/bubble-bum-most-innovative-backless.html

Interesting - not sure if I would be able to trust the blowup aspect though. What if it was punctured in a crash?

Judi · Dec 25, 2010

Didn't we figure out these, um, suck?

Judi · Dec 25, 2010

Wait, the other didn't have lap belt guides...I think. Off to look.

Judi · Dec 25, 2010

Can't find the one I was thinking of, but I found this scary thing.

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlET0g40UKo"]YouTube - Inflating the Easycarseat child booster car safety seat[/ame]

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObaqYcSePKM"]YouTube - Installing the Easycarseat in a car[/ame]

TerisBoys · Dec 25, 2010

Discussed here:

http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t=123576

and here:

http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t=144931

HEVY · Dec 25, 2010

Rachel says that's not safe, it looks dangerous and could be popped. Oh and she added that people don't know what they are buying.

Evolily · Dec 25, 2010

Oooh, awesome! It looks like it will be great for 3 across. I wouldn't be afraid it would puncture in a crash- a crash where you have sharp projectiles flying around would be unusually dangerous to the child. Plus it looks like it's pretty thick.

Minnesota · Dec 25, 2010

What a weird idea.

ETA: I mean, I get it, and I get why it could fill a particular niche, but I would have never imagined someone would come out with an inflatable child safety seat.

Patriot201 · Dec 25, 2010

chimpmandee said:
What a weird idea.

ETA: I mean, I get it, and I get why it could fill a particular niche, but I would have never imagined someone would come out with an inflatable child safety seat.

Aren't some ambulance child seats inflatable? I know those aren't for public consumption, but I do believe that they are inflatable.
http://www.medexsupply.com/products...rS.htm?zmam=34602484&zmas=1&zmac=2&zmap=33779

ConnorsMommy · Dec 25, 2010

I can see why it would be good for older kids for use as a back up or travel seat, or for people that frequently use taxis or other public transportation. I don't think it would be good for everyday use though.

Kobain's Mommy · Dec 25, 2010

I wouldn't use it for everyday use, but would be nice for someone like me who from time to time takes my Godchildren and woudln't take up much room in a trunk.

Minnesota · Dec 25, 2010

Patriot201 said:
Aren't some ambulance child seats inflatable? I know those aren't for public consumption, but I do believe that they are inflatable.
http://www.medexsupply.com/products...rS.htm?zmam=34602484&zmas=1&zmac=2&zmap=33779

Yeah, they are, but that's such a different application that it's hardly comparable. Infrequent use in a large, high-visibility vehicle, only when absolutely necessary is a far cry from someone choosing an inflatable booster to use every day. Although I do wonder if that's where the inventors of the product got their inspiration.

I'll admit I was surprised to here the rave review from the carseatlady site. I wonder how the general public will react to it when it comes out in April.

Evolily · Dec 25, 2010

chimpmandee said:
I'll admit I was surprised to here the rave review from the carseatlady site. I wonder how the general public will react to it when it comes out in April.

I think she's looking at it differently than how many (most?) members here look at it. Members here tend to look at these things as "how does it apply to my children". And, honestly? This probably doesn't apply to many of the cso member's children, as they are willing to figure out how to puzzle car seats, willing to spend $130 on a Ride Safer Travel Vest, $280 for a Radian, willing to lug around boosters, etc, etc, etc.

But when looking at the general population having a seat that is cheap, easily transportable, able to provide proper belt fit, fits well in small spaces, etc, etc can make HUGE strides in ensuring children are properly restrained.

tarynsmum · Dec 25, 2010

Hmmm.... I wish there were some pics of real kids (not just that stock photo under the video).

One thing I was thinking about was the "shorter seat pan" she refers to near the end of the video... Do you think it would give enough lg support to be comfortable to the older kid? It does look really ... not deep (I can't think of the word for that, lol) I mean, DD would fit nicely, but DD is in no way old enough for a backless booster (nor is she 40 lbs, but she does have really long legs).

I don't know. Part of me thinks it would be a nice niche-market seat (easy transport, great for playdates, etc). I doubt I would use it for every day use either though.

lovemybabies924 · Dec 26, 2010

i could see getting one of these for a trip..but not every day use..i would prefer something more substantial under my kids' bum hehe

joolsplus3 · Dec 26, 2010

CelticLabyrinth said:
Oooh, awesome! It looks like it will be great for 3 across. I wouldn't be afraid it would puncture in a crash- a crash where you have sharp projectiles flying around would be unusually dangerous to the child. Plus it looks like it's pretty thick.

Same here! I'm really excited this is coming to the US, finally. I'm so tired of the usual travel and three across options I have to recommend, this will be a real boon to me, personally. (The carseatlady works in NY City, she's got a LOT of cab riders to advise how to restrain properly)

Edited to add...OMGosh, I posted this on my ipod, then fell back asleep and had a dream about it...in my dream, it was shorter than the clek, but more comfy, the kids loved it, especially the kid that had been restrained in the front seat with a nylon-strap luggage carrier (yeah, it was extremely weird, lol).

spokaneCPST · Dec 26, 2010

Sorry I had not seen the previous threads - I searched for Bubble Bum as 2 words and the other threads were BubbleBum.

Patriot201 · Dec 26, 2010

chimpmandee said:
Yeah, they are, but that's such a different application that it's hardly comparable.

Oh, I agree. I was just responding to your comment that you never imagined someone would come out with an inflatable child safety seat. I understand what you are saying about the difference, and I agree with you, but I was just clarifying that they do actually already exist.

Evolily · Dec 27, 2010

If you look at the UK site it says it passed testing while deflated (although they don't suggest this). So, evidently, it works reasonably well even when not inflated.

StPaulMom · Dec 27, 2010

It's passed all the same tests as every other booster on the US market. We use this logic to explain to parents why the Scenera is just as safe as the Britax, so we need to take our own advice

I think "different" is sometimes scary and, as creatures of habit, it's hard for us to accept change. But I think this is a fantastic idea. It's inflatable, but the cover is made of incredibly durable, dense material. The belt guides are made of metal. If used properly, I dont see why this would be any less safe than any other booster available, although I agree that this is probably not ideal for daily use.

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