Family Resources
We understand that families have many questions about car seat safety and the precautions they can take to protect their child. We have these online resources that can help answer your questions and connect you with the information you need.
Keeping Your Child Safe While Driving
Explore our series for information and tips to help keep your child safe in the car during all types of situations.
Behavioral Needs
Sometimes kids with special needs have a hard time with their car seat while you are driving, especially if they have autism or ADHD. Here are some tips for keeping your child happy in their car seat.
Physical Needs
Sometimes, children with special needs have a hard time using a conventional car seat, especially if they have tight muscles or low tone. Here are three tips to help keep your child safe while riding in the car.
Using a Wheelchair
In talking with your medical team, you may have decided that using a wheelchair as a seat in the car is the safest choice for your child. Here are three tips on how to safely ride with your child in their wheelchair.
Explore Our Series
Watch the complete series on YouTube available in English and Español.
Download Our Safety Resources
Bike Safety Tips
Download our PDF for more information.
Heat, Rain, Snow and Ice
Driving in Extreme Weather Conditions Educational Resources
Download our PDF about how to protect your child while driving during extreme weather conditions.
Car Seat Safety Resources
View our car seat resources PDF.
Extreme Weather Emergency Kit
Learn about what you can add to an emergency kit in your car.
Extreme Weather Safety Tips
Read our safety tips for extreme weather.
Does Your Child Need A Booster Seat?
Learn more about booster seats for your child.
Pedestrian Safety Tips
Read our Pedestrian Safety Tips PDF for more information.
Safety Tips for Caregivers During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Download our PDF to learn more about caregiver safety tips.
Taking Your Baby Home from the Hospital
Discover helpful resources for bringing your baby home from the hospital.
Additional Online Safety Resources
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Summer Activity Guide
Discover ways to integrate fun and safety as you and your family head into the summer season!
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Global Road Safety Activity Guide
Safe Kids DC has developed a calendar with traffic safety activities for you and your family