Infant seat without a base

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I have a Graco Snug Ride infant seat. We are visiting family out of town and I'm wondering if it is safe to install the seat in my in-laws' car using only the seat belt and not installing the base. If it matters, my 8 month old is 27 inches and 18 pounds.

Thank you very much.
Nicky
Los Angeles, CA
 
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Victorious4

Victorious4

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First, make sure kiddo still fits the seat by height -- there must be at least 1" between top of head & edge of shell/frame. If there is less than 1" then the seat is no longer safe for baby to ride in the car with & I suggest a Cosco Scenera or Safety 1st Uptown (Uptown has EPS foam like in bike helmets, Scenera is very inexpensive & both are lightweight for travel)

The Snugride manual does allow this carseat to be installed without the base, but it's generally more difficult & time consuming to uninstall/reinstall frequently, which also increases the risk of misuse & injuries associated with misuse. I personally would pack the base JIC. Do you still have your carseat manual? If kiddo still fits the Snugride & you've misplaced your manual you should request a replacement copy immediately.... Make sure that you're also following the vehicle manual!
 

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