It’s almost hard to believe that our impending arrival will be here in two months! My husband and I are in the midst of preparing for the day our new baby boy arrives. As we prepare for the arrival of our third child, we recently checked off one major item from our checklist: the perfect transitional car seat.

92 percent of parents agreed during a recent study that safety is a primary concern when considering baby gear, especially when it comes to purchasing a car seat. Graco is a leader in developing solutions that give families peace of mind on the open road. Functionality, sleek designs, durability, reliability, and safety has characterized Graco for over 60 years.

Car seats like the Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1 Car Seat ($249.99) feature TrueShield Technology that further elevates car seat safety by providing advanced side impact protection from a child’s head to their hips. It has an easy installation process, helping new parents feel confident that the seat is securely installed. It also helps them adjust to the hustle and bustle of a busy life with a newborn!

5 years ago, it was a few days shortly after my second child was born that a CPS technician was helping me install a car seat before we left the hospital. I had to get another CPS technician to help since the other one couldn’t help but shake her head in confusion. This indicates how complicated it is to install some car seats even when a CPS technician is confused. Installing a car seat shouldn’t have to be that confusing! This is why I’m happy that the installation process of the Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1 Car Seat doesn’t overexert brain power.

Why I Love the Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1 Car Seat

→ It features an easy-to-read level indicator for hassle-free installation.
→ Extend2Fit™ features a 4-position extension panel that provides 5″ of extra legroom. This allows children to ride rear-facing longer, up to 50 lbs.
→ The seat features Simply Safe™ Adjust which allows you to adjust the height of the harness and headrest as your child grows.
→ The seat pad is machine-washable.
→ The Simply Safe Adjust™ Harness System is safe and simple.

Since messes from baby and toddlers are inevitable, I love that the pad can easily come out to throw in the washing machine since it is machine washable.

Overall, I’m pleased with the Graco Extend2Fit 3-in-1 Car Seat! I couldn’t think of a better car seat to recommend if you’re looking for something that ensures ultimate protection and comfortability. The seat can be used rear-facing from 4-50 lb, forward-facing from 22-65 lbs and as a high back booster from 30-100 lbs.