Your Lap Is Safe For Your Baby.But Not In A Car.

Choose the #SafestLap in your car

It’s so important to ensure the right support and posture while taking home a new born after discharge from the hospital . Parents must ensure that they use a car seat to take the new born home to ensure comfort and safety for the baby. It is beneficial for later use too. - Mahima Bakshi

About the #SafestLap Initiative

Being a new parent is challenging. You want to do the best for your little bundle of joy but there are so many things that you are learning for the first time. Right after you hold your baby in your lap for the first time, there are a series of decisions that you are bound to take. Buying new clothes, getting a stroller, buying a baby nest or cot and so much more. But what about buying a car seat?

While several countries mandate the use of baby car seats, unfortunately, there is no such legislation in India.

The #SafestLap initiative helps new parents understand the importance of baby car seats, making baby safety a top priority. We believe that no baby should be a victim of negligence and carelessness

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Some Common Myths

Myth

Baby in the arms is safe while travelling in a car

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  • Absolutely not, it is exactly the opposite and extremely dangerous.
  • Sudden breaking or even a minor collision can cause you to throw or drop the baby resulting in serious injury
  • The only way to keep your baby safe while travelling in a car is to use a car seat
  • For babies, a rear-facing car seat should be used
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah, Director Neonatology,
Fortis La Femme

Myth

Car seats cannot be used for newborns, you can use them only after a particular age

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  • This is a very common misconception that they can cause harm to the baby’s back and neck
  • They are safe and comfortable and on the contrary, provide good support to the baby’s back and neck
  • They are absolutely safe and can be used even for premature babies who are discharged from hospital
  • In most parts of the world, it is against the law for a baby to travel in a car without a car seat, even when they go home from the hospital for the first time!
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah, Director Neonatology,
Fortis La Femme

Myth

Car Seats are all the same

Fact
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  • Car seats vary in design, features, and safety standards. It is important to choose a car seat that fits your child's age, weight, and height.
  • If purchasing a used car seat, ensure it meets the latest safety regulations and has not been recalled.
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah, Director Neonatology,
Fortis La Femme

Myth

Car seat is not needed for older babies

Fact
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  • Rear-facing car seats are recommended for infants and toddlers because they provide better support for the baby's head, neck, and spine.
  • Once babies reach the maximum height or weight limit allowed by the car seat manufacturer, they need to be put in forward-facing or booster seats.
  • Car seat belts do not provide adequate protection for children less than 7 years of age.
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah, Director Neonatology,
Fortis La Femme

Myth

Car Seats Are Only Necessary for Long Drives

Fact
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  • Car seats are essential for every car journey, regardless of the distance.
  • Accidents can happen at any time, even during short trips to the grocery store.
  • Properly securing your baby in a car seat significantly reduces the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
  • Car seats are the best way to protect your baby when travelling in a car
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah
Dr Raghuram Mallaiah, Director Neonatology,
Fortis La Femme

Choose like a pro. Use like a pro. Cruise like a pro.

Important safety tips while using a baby car seat

Important safety tips while using a baby car seat

Rules for choosing the best car seat All You Need To Know

Rajesh Vohra, CEO – Artsana India (Chicco)

Research indicates that using an appropriate car seat can significantly reduce the risk of injury by approximately 70% and the risk of death by 28%, as compared to relying solely on seat belts for securing children. (Source: Chicco)

A few valuable tips for finding the right car seat for your baby. Read More

Baby Car Seat Installation | The Safest Lap | Fortis La Femme




How to travel safely with your bundle of joy

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Pre-trip
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SAFETY AND COMFORT
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Take Breaks During Long Journeys

TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

Master the Art of Multitasking, if driving alone

STAY FOCUSED
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Utilize Mirrors and Monitors

KEEP AN EYE
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Adapt to Your Baby's Schedule

JOURNEY MORE ENJOYABLE
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SAFETY AND COMFORT

Your Lap Is Cozy Enough.But It’s Not Safe.

Choose the #SafestLap in your car

When It Comes To Safety, Say No To Compromises

As parents, the safety of your little one comes first, no matter what the situation. The #SafestLap initiative by La Femme aims to educate parents about the importance of having a car seat as a necessary accessory in their car.

When the road beckons with your baby in tow, the key to a worry-free ride lies in the snug embrace of a carefully chosen car seat.

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Dr Ritu Garg
Chief Growth & Innovation Officer,
Fortis Healthcare
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Dr Raghuram Mallaiah
Director Neonatology,
Fortis La Femme

What didn’t exist earlier, exists today

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