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‘She was ejected’: Mom’s urgent warning about seat belt covers as 2-month-old is catapulted from car seat
- A Georgia mother says her 2-month-old was ejected from her car seat during a rollover crash.
- She attributed the ejection to sheepskin belt covers, not the car seat base.
- Experts warn aftermarket car seat products can alter harness fit and safety.
- Experts say the retainer clip should sit at armpit level for correct harness position.
- The mother urged others to avoid aftermarket products unless approved by the manufacturer.
- The incident prompted a car seat safety class to emphasize proper use.
- Health officials cited the need to avoid bulky accessories that aren’t tested with seats.
- The family emphasizes avoiding anything on a seat that did not come with it from the manufacturer.
- The mother remains grateful her child survived the crash.
- The report highlights that even secure straps can fail if accessories interfere with the harness.
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