Keeping infants, babies and kids safe in the car is a matter of using the right car seat consistently and correctly — for every ride, no matter how short. Aftermarket accessories — like head supports, strap covers or toys — may seem helpful or cute, but they can interfere with how the seat performs in a crash. Stick with only what the manufacturer provides. If you’re concerned your baby doesn’t fit well in the car seat without additional inserts, talk with a healthcare provider to check or confirm the car seat is safe for them. Along those lines, avoid excess clothing in their car seat, like puffy winter coats. Car seats are designed for keeping babies and kids safe in the car — not for sleeping, feeding or playing. If your baby falls asleep in their car seat, don’t sweat it. But don’t rely on an infant carrier as your baby’s primary sleep space. Also, babies shouldn’t eat or drink in carriers (no propping the bottle in the car seat … or anywhere for that matter). And babies in carriers should never be left on high surfaces, like tables or chairs