{"id":22618,"date":"2021-02-23T16:44:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-23T15:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/babywellnessfoundation.org\/scoperta-mondo\/capitolo-7-quanto-puo-durare-un-viaggio-sul-seggiolino-auto\/"},"modified":"2025-08-08T11:08:10","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T10:08:10","slug":"chapter-7-how-long-can-a-car-seat-trip-last","status":"publish","type":"scoperta-mondo","link":"https:\/\/babywellnessfoundation.org\/en\/scoperta-mondo\/chapter-7-how-long-can-a-car-seat-trip-last\/","title":{"rendered":"Chapter 7 \u2013 How Long Can a Car Seat Trip Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the first few months, a newborn\u2019s neck muscles are not yet strong enough to support the head properly. Moreover, the posture adopted by a small baby in a car seat may hinder proper breathing. Recent studies show that remaining in a car seat for more than 30 consecutive minutes may pose some health risks for a newborn. For this reason, if long trips are necessary, it is strongly recommended to take several breaks<\/strong> to ensure the child\u2019s comfort and well-being even while traveling by car. Although there are car seats on the market that allow the seat angle to recline for a more relaxed position, it is important to remember that car seats are primarily safety devices designed to prevent or, at least, reduce the risks in the event of an accident. Infant car seats, therefore, should not be considered transportation devices except for short trips. Naturally, as a child grows, they will gradually be able to handle longer journeys, but it is always advisable to allow children to take breaks.<\/p>\n

Useful Tips for Safe Driving<\/h4>\n

A child’s safety and well-being are primarily a matter of driver behavior. Here are some basic but important recommendations to ensure safe and peaceful travel:<\/p>\n