Mikayla Harris, Cpst-I

Proper seat belt use should always be followed. If your child wears a backpack to school, make sure they do not wear it while riding in the vehicle.

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Booster seat use reduces the risk for serious injury by 45% for children ages 4-8 years old when compared to seat belt use alone.

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CPR saves lives!

We are thrilled to invite you to our three, open to the public, hands-on CPR classes this month City of Oklahoma City - Government libraries. These FREE classes are designed to be accessible to everyone, regardless of your previous experience or knowledge. Classes will last approximately one hour, and registration is required.

This is a “non-certified” CPR course.

Register below by clicking the location and date you prefer to attend.

https://www.okc.gov/departments/fire/fire-life-safety

Introducing Pay What You Can Thursdays! Free or low cost car seat checks for the economically disadvantaged, families with disabilities, and previous UAB Car Seat Study participants. Check out all of my appointment options on my scheduling calendar:

https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/AcZssZ2BOfi7lQaz2hZX7M7DN8DhCfdhSdO3bJW2kRQ=

Dorel (Cosco, Safety 1st, Maxi Cosi) has added to their FAQ that the requirements for rear facing until the child maxed out a limit as well as that rear facing seats must touch (or be as close as possible) the vehicle seat in front of it are both retroactive. Here are the links:

Max out RF-
https://consumercare.safety1st.com/s/article/When-should-I-move-my-car-seat-from-rear-facing-to-forward-facing?language=en_US

Touching front vehicle seat-
https://consumercare.safety1st.com/s/article/Should-my-rear-facing-child-seat-touch-the-back-of-the-front-vehicle-seat?language=en_US

Check out CarSeat Safety to stay up-to-date on new car seat developments!

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With hundreds of vehicles and car seats to choose from, the combinations are endless. Child Passenger Safety Technicians can help you ensure your child is safe. Schedule an appointment for a free car seat check when you transition from one stage to the next: https://carseateducation.org/caregiver-resources

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season is here, but don’t rush to graduate from one car seat to the next. Use your current car seat until your child reaches the maximum weight or height listed on the label. Get more tips and free resources in the Ultimate Car Seat Guide: http://www.ultimatecarseatguide.org

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May the 4th be with you! Did you know that 4 out of 5 car seats are installed or used incorrectly? Don't let yours be one of them! Meet with a CPST today!

DYK: May 1 is National Heatstroke Prevention Day. An average of 37 kids die in hot cars every year, according to noheatstroke.org. Many are forgotten in vehicles by parents or caregivers, often as a result of a change in a morning drop-off routine. Let's work together to prevent more tragedies. Get free resources to assist in your efforts: https://www.cpsboard.org/heatstroke-prevention/partner-agency-resources/

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Make an appointment to see me at Thrive Mama Collective on Saturdays!

https://thrivemamacollective.com/mikayla-harris/

405-494-0083

Connecting with a Child Passenger Safety Technician is music to our ears! We’ll have you singing a tune of confidence when installing your car seat. Find a Tech near you: https://bit.ly/373SIC5

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Confused about car seats? Intrigued about installations? Hung up on harnessing? I can help!

My name is Mikayla Harris. I have been a Child Passenger Safety Technician since 2019 and a CPST-Instructor since 2023. I would love to walk you through the entire process so you feel confident properly installing and using your child's car seat every time!

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