Details
- Designed to fit into your busy family life, the BubbleBum can go with them, wherever they go
- The light, compact design means that when deflated and folded, it can be easily transported in schoolbags, handbags, rucksacks or even the glove compartment of your car, so that kids never have to be without a booster seat again
- When travelling, it's the perfect companion
- There's no need to carry a bulky booster seat again with this lightweight, compact solution
- Weighing less than half a kilo, it can fit comfortably into mum's hand luggage or a child's travel bag ready to inflate quickly and easily
- Suitable for child 4-11 years of age
- Further information
- What age should my child be to use a BubbleBum?
- A child should meet ALL of the following requirements in order to use ANY booster seat:
- Weigh between 15-36kg
- Height up to 148cm or when child's ears are above the back of the vehicle seat.It is recommended that you keep your child in the lowest Group car seat until the maximum weight allowance for that restraint before moving up to the next Group
- Why should I use a Booster Seat?
- When children outgrow their forward facing seat (usually around15-18KGS) they should ride in booster seats in the back seat until the vehicle seat belt fits properly (lap belt should lie across the bony part of the pelvis/hips and the shoulder belt across the chest, never the face or throat). According to CHOP (Children's Hospital of Philadelphia) data, belt positioning booster seats are more than twice as effective in reducing risk of injury when compared with seat belt alone.Children should use a booster seat until the vehicle seat belt fits correctly, which is usually when they reach 148cm
- What is a proper booster seat fit?
- Sit with hips back against the vehicle seat with knees bending comfortably at the front edge of the seat.
- Keep the lap belt low and tight on hips.
- Place shoulder belt across the mid-chest and shoulder.
- Ensure that a booster seat is secured in the vehicle when not in use as it can become a missile in a crash and cause injury to the other occupants.
- Where is the safest place for my child to sit?
- The safest place depends on each car. Frontal airbags should not be used even with a booster seat as they can deploy at a speed of 200mph. Lap belts should not be used with booster seats. The rear seat, centre should be the safest place, but it depends on the type of seat and the car itself.Booster seats should never be used in a rear facing vehicle seat, side facing vehicle seat or a jump seat.
- Is the cover washable? Can I remove it?
- The cover should not be removed as it forms an integral part of the performance of the seat. It can be surface washed with a mild detergent and air dried. Do not iron the cover. Do not tumble dry.
- How do I get the air back out when I want to store my BubbleBum?
- A helpful tip is to position the BubbleBum on a flat, firm surface taking care to remove any sharp objects. Open the valve and roll the BubbleBum to expel air. When you are happy that you can fit it back into the bag, close the valve and it is ready for storage.
- Can the BubbleBum withstand high temperatures?
- While your BubbleBum can withstand high temperatures, we recommend that it is not left in extreme temperatures for prolonged periods of time.
- The seat belt is sitting across my child's face, can I put it under her arm?
- Under NO circumstances is it safe to place the seat belt under the child's arm or behind the child. If the seat belt does not fit snugly, your child is not old enough yet to use a backless booster seat.
- Can I use it onboard an aeroplane?
- No booster seat can be used with a lap belt therefore they cannot be used in an aeroplane. However, BubbleBum can be carried on board as hand luggage as it has no sharp edges and poses no risk to other passengers.
- Someone told me that a backless booster seat is as safe as using just a seatbelt....is this true?
- No. A backless booster is designed to spread the forces of a crash over the strongest parts of the child's body using the car seat belt. The seat belt in a car is designed to be used for adults and a child is not a small adult. Their weight is proportioned differently and their internal organs risk serious injury if the seatbelt is incorrectly positioned across the soft abdominal area. They also risk submarining if not securely positioned in the car seat belt. The greatest incidence of abdominal injury is among children 4 to 8 years old. According to researchers at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, for children 4 to 7 years, booster seats reduce injury risk by 59% compared to seat belts alone.
- Can my child ride in the front seat on their BubbleBum?
- It is recommended that children remain in the rear seating position until at least the age of 13 years old. A child is twice as likely to be injured in a frontal crash when seated in the front row seating.
- Why can't I just use a cushion...surely it is the same thing?
- BubbleBum is designed to position the seatbelt correctly in the event of a crash and prevent submarining of the Child. A cushion will slip out from under the child potentially causing greater injury to the child by submarining. A BubbleBum holds the seatbelt in position using positioning clips and has been crash tested for this purpose.
- What if my BubbleBum goes down or loses air pressure?You will be pleased to know that BubbleBum has been approved in its deflated state to the R44.04 standard. The BubbleBum should always be inflated for use and if it is soft, simply top up with air. Never use a damaged booster seat
- What size is B
- I am 33cm X 33cm X 11.43cm when inflated.
- Can I use the BubbleBum when I''m travelling overseas?
- The BubbleBum is designed to be lightweight and compact, so it''s the perfect travelling companion. The BubbleBum is approved for use in a number of countries around the world, including all European Community countries, the UK, USA, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, Israel, Russia and New Zealand. We suggest that you check car seat legislation prior to travelling to your destination, as each country has different requirements.
