Car Seat Academy

Book a private lesson to secure your child’s safety!

Photo of three children in car seats, sitting in the back seat of a vehicle. A young black girl is in a booster seat, a white infant is in a rear-facing car seat, and a young white boy is in a forward-facing car seat.

With car seats, details matter!

Often called a ‘car seat inspection’ or ‘car seat check,’ this service is all about empowering you with knowledge. No judgment, just support!

As a nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technician with 15+ years of experience, I’ll provide expert guidance on every aspect of car seat safety in the comfort of your home.

With my help, you’ll gain peace of mind knowing your child is as safe as possible!

Every Appointment Includes:

  • Effortless Installation
    Discover no-sweat techniques to make installation as quick and easy as possible.
  • Perfect-Fit Buckling
    Learn when and how to adjust the harness for your child’s comfort and safety.
  • Surprising Dangers
    Discover unexpected safety risks and how to mitigate them.
  • Anticipating Changes
    Understand what to expect as your child grows and how to adapt with ease.
  • Custom Cheat Sheet
    Receive a personalized appointment summary with important reminders.
A dark-haired man, buckling a sleeping asian baby girl into a rear-facing infant car seat.

Car Seat Intro – $90

A comprehensive lesson for anyone who has never had their car seat checked by a CPST. Perfect for expectant and seasoned parents alike! Each 90-minute session includes detailed hands-on instruction and practice for one car seat of any stage or style. Click here to book your appointment!

A white woman buckling a blond, curly-haired boy into a rear-facing car seat.

Car Seat Review – $70

When you’ve previously attended a car seat check and are ready for a refresher course. Great for transitioning to a convertible seat or turning your child forward-facing! This condensed appointment takes about 60 minutes for one car seat. Click here to book your appointment!

Two white children in the back seat of a vehicle. A young boy in a booster seat and a tween girl in a seat belt.

Car Seat Graduation – $50

Deceptively simple, booster seats are often misused (do you see the error above?), leaving big kids at risk. In this 40-minute session, we will cover booster use, when to transition to an adult seat belt, and passenger responsibilities. All in a kid-friendly format! Click here to book your appointment!

Discounts:

  • Budget Saver – Receive a discount if you travel to me in Magnolia (Seattle)
  • Friends for Life – 10% off for returning customers
  • Safety shouldn’t be limited by cost. If my fee is a barrier, let me know!

Extras:

  • Add a Seat – Just $20 more for each additional car seat, base, or booster
  • Travel Fee – $10-$30 for locations outside of Seattle city limits
  • First Aid Kit – 20% off Little Care Kits with a Car Seat Academy appointment

Testimonials

  • Kelsie was super helpful and informative. We thought we were well prepared, but we learned a lot of additional details that we didn’t know about. She was also very flexible with our schedule, approachable, and professional.

    —Yev, father-to-be

  • Incredible value and super helpful information. I think about your tips for installing and putting my daughter into her seat all the time. I’ve already referred you to friends!

    —Kate, mother of one

  • Stop Looking… Use Kelsie! I read the instruction manual, and my eyes glazed over. There are too many straps and configurations for mere mortals. She was very knowledgeable, supportive, patient, and crystal clear. She took the time needed, and I now have the invaluable peace of mind that the kiddos are safe.

    —Sam, grandfather of three