Instruction manual

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SAFETY
Never hold a baby in arms when riding in a motor vehicle. In this position the baby could be thrown
against the dashboard, windscreen or other occupant and suffer serious injury or death.
When riding in a motor vehicle never nurse a baby and use the same seat belt for both of you. In this
position the baby or child could be crushed.
Children must be secured in appropriate restraints at all times when the car is in motion. Children
travelling unrestrained and standing up in the car are in danger of serious injury or death. Trafc
regulations in all states require children to be secured in child restraints or adult seat belts where
available.
Plan your trip with frequent comfort stops to reduce stress on babies, young children and driver. Keep
the car well ventilated to reduce heat stress. Two car windows should be kept open to maintain a good
ow of fresh air if air conditioning is not used.
Never leave babies or toddlers in a stationary car in the sun because of the risk of heat exhaustion.
Ensure babies and toddlers are adequately shaded from direct sunlight through side or rear windows.
Be on guard against carbon monoxide poisoning which can occur through only a slight leak in the
exhaust system while travelling in a closed car.
Securely stow all heavy objects, feeding bottles, etc. that could become missiles during an accident
and cause injury to any occupant.
CLOTHING
Take several changes of clothing and bibs for possible car sickness. Disposable nappies and liners are
very handy while travelling. Since it is often warmer in the car, dress the baby in light clothing. When
cooler, it is easier to place a blanket over the baby than it is to remove the baby from the restraint and
change clothes.
FEEDING
Never breast feed a baby while car is in motion. Babies will require extra feeding if travelling in the
heat. For bottle fed babies, make up the bottles and refrigerate before leaving home for a day trip. Place
in a cool bag and reheat as needed with hot water from a thermos.
Alternatively, bring boiled water in a thermos and pre-measured amounts of baby formula in small
containers. Use the water from the thermos to mix with the formula when required. Regardless which
method is used, it is always a good plan to carry some boiled water in a sterile container or bottle.
Do not attempt to carry warm milk because germs multiply rapidly in warm milk.
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