How to avoid counterfeit car seats and keep your baby safe

Parenthood can be daunting, especially when purchasing essential baby gear like car seats, which can quickly become expensive. Lola Laguerre, a new mother, unknowingly purchased a counterfeit car seat from a third-party seller on Amazon after seeing it on TikTok, which she used for nearly three months. She felt guilty upon realizing the risk, as counterfeit car seats often do not meet safety standards and can endanger children. Experts, including car seat safety expert Jessica Winberry, warn parents to be cautious when buying car seats online to avoid such unsafe products.