Why car seat coats?
Temperature drops should mean the beginning of your winter coat battle.
Car rides shouldn't mean choosing between keeping your child warm and keeping them safely buckled.
Buckle Me Baby Coats ends your winter coat struggles with a patented, mom-invented, design that keeps them warm and buckled at the same harness setting as no coat - the fast and easy way.
Traditional Coats Are Unsafe
1. Traditional puffy winter coats can add up to 4 inches of slack under the car seat harness in a crash.
3. Traditional coats creates a risk of serious brain, neck, and spine injuries.
2. That extra space means the harness can't do its job to keep your child safely secured during the crash.
4. This danger is totally preventable. Parents can take traditional coats off. Use a light fleece jacket or blanket. Or if you want a coat that goes on at home and stays on safely in car seats use Buckle Me Baby Coat.
How are Buckle Me Baby Coats Different?
Buckle Me Baby Coats are crash-tested, CPST-approved and designed with split shoulder seams called Secure Me Strips and a pre-compressed thin back so the harness sits snug against your child's body without wrestling coats off every car ride.
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Warmer Than Down, Better for the Planet
We insulate our coats with a sustainable material made from crushed oyster shells and recycled water bottles. It's thermoregulating, breathable, and here's the impressive part: warmer than traditional down fill.
Our fill creates countless tiny air pockets that trap heat like nature's perfect insulator and is pre-quilted for maximum warmth without the bulk.
(The other guys blow their fill between the outer and inner layer - thats why it deflates like a balloon in the wash. So it looks puffy but isn't very warm.)
Are They Warm In the Snow?
(LOOKS THIN - BUILT WARM)
Built To LAST: Pass Them Down - Trade Them Up
Let customers speak for us
Andrea K.
My 2nd coat as my child gets older!
I can't find another jacket on the market like this. It's so great that I can slap this jacket on my child and walk outside in the cold and know I don't need to get him out and in again in the car seat. Such a great thinking product! Great idea, better quality, and best customer service.
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Beverly C.
Buckle me blanket
I believe this is a great item to keep in the car for our children when it iscold
Cozy Car Seat Blanket | Buckle Me Baby Blankies
Toni
I love it!
I got the pink plaid and it’s so soft and cute. The only, I wish it was thicker for those colder days. I will say, I used the blanket today, along with another small blanket, and it just proved how well it was designed. My daughter loves to kick the blanket off of her feet, and she did just that with the extra blanket. The Velcro strap on this blanket ensured the blanket wasn’t going anywhere.
Cozy Car Seat Blanket | Buckle Me Baby Blankies
Kim E.
Excellent product!
Was very pleased with quality of product.
Cozy Car Seat Blanket | Buckle Me Baby Blankies
Anonymous
Better than expected
I had the lightest version which was nice for all year, but with colder days coming I ordered this version and its better than expected. Definitely thick but not too heavy, well-made and baby loves it!
Buckle Me Baby Cozier Car Seat Blankie
Sheryl B.
Awesome Coverup!!
They are so soft and nicely made!
Cozy Car Seat Blanket | Buckle Me Baby Blankies
Celia
Great coat
My son loves it! It looks great on him!
Toast Car Seat Coat
Reece
Great buy
This is my granddaughters 2nd coat. She grew out of the first. It's so convenient to use and keeps her warm. Great buy@
Toasty Car Seat Coat
Connie
Baby size snuggle sack!
This is absolutely perfectly practical for a newborn in a car seat. That’s going to be born this winter. It’s very soft and lightweight and will be easy to put on and off.
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Kara k.
Perfect 👌🏻
Fit my twins perfect, amazing for the car seats.
Cozy Car Seat Blanket | Buckle Me Baby Blankies
Nana M.
So soft!
I purchased the pink for my new granddaughter for Christmas. We live in AZ so it doesn’t really get that cold. Being a Nana of 6, I hate taking coats on and off at the car seat. I’m really happy that I found the buckle me coat.
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Laura H.
Love it
Warm enough for Chicago winters in and out of the car (we use a different coat if we're out for a long time). Totally worth it to not have to take it on and off when running errands or going to school! This is our 3rd winter with the same model.
Toast Car Seat Coat
Annalisa W.
Love it!
The inner material is super soft!! So cozy and perfect for our harsh winters!
Toasty Car Seat Coat
Aisha S.
Best pjs EVER!
I have tried bamboo pajamas from SO many different brands, but none are as good as the BMBC pjs. They're actually buttery soft, hold up extremely well in the wash, and my baby can wear them for so long due to the extendable arms/legs and stretchy material. My 14 month old is 95th percentile for height and weight and the 6/9 month BMBC pjs still fit him!!! Cannot recommend this company enough. And Dahlia, the owner, is so sweet and responsive.
Nature Jams
Kelsey m.
This is a need, not a want.
Every parent needs this for their kids. Works great. I love it.
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Frequently asked questions
You have girls and boys winter coat and jacket questions and we have answers! Have a question you don't see answered here? Email us at hello@bucklemecoats.com - were always happy to help!
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Sizing is one of the most common questions parents ask. A coat that’s too big lets in cold air, while one that’s too small makes layering uncomfortable.
- Measure first: Use your child’s chest and height and compare with the size chart of the coat you are looking at. Heres the size chart for Buckle Me Baby Car Seat Coats.
- Length matters: Hip-length coats are best for playground play, while mid-thigh coats provide more coverage in snow.
- Look for growth-friendly features: Girls coats with foldover cuffs extend sleeve life through growth spurts.
Oversized coats often let in cold air through the gaps in the oversized clothing allowing body heat to escape.
To keep little ones comfortable buy their age but invest in coats that are known to last for easy passing down and that have sleeves that roll out for room to grow.
To learn more more check out this Sizing Guide for Kids Coats.
- Measure first: Use your child’s chest and height and compare with the size chart of the coat you are looking at. Heres the size chart for Buckle Me Baby Car Seat Coats.
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Puffer coats are dangerous in car seats. Parents should always consult their car seat manuals for directions on what to wear on the go. Coats designed for car seat safety like Buckle Me Baby Car Seat Coats also work great to keep kids warm and safely buckled.
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A well-made winter coat should last beyond one season if you care for it properly.
- Spot clean first: Wiping small messes with a damp cloth will extend the life of your coat.
- Gentle washing: Check the care tag for instructions for your coat but in general cold water and a delicate cycle protects fabrics while keeping them clean.
- Tumble Dry Low: Some coats require you to skip the dryer to prevent clumping or damage to insulation. Buckle Me Baby Car Seat Coats can be dried easily on tumble dry low settings - no iron.
- Refresh water resistance: If the coat has a water-repellent finish, apply an eco-friendly spray once a season. Buckle Me Baby Car Seat Coats do not use an added water repellants, PFOA, or PFAS.
Following these steps helps coats maintain insulation performance far longer than coats that are overheated in the dryer. Full instructions are in our Coat Care Guide.
- Spot clean first: Wiping small messes with a damp cloth will extend the life of your coat.
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Today’s parents want coats that combine safety, sustainability, and style. The biggest trends include:
- Sustainable insulation: Thats why Buckle Me Baby Car Seat Coats are made with Seawool® a material made from recycled bottles and oyster shells are growing in popularity for being slim yet warm. See our Girls Coats.
- Convertible features: Thumbhole cuffs, fold-over mittens, and adjustable hoods extend usability.
- Fun but timeless prints: From plaids to soft pastels, colors that let kids express themselves are trending.
- Car seat friendly designs: Parents are shifting to Car Seat Safe Coats that skip the coat-off shuffle.
Market research shows millennial parents weigh sustainability and safety heavily when purchasing outerwear. Check our Winter Coat Trends Blog for details.
- Sustainable insulation: Thats why Buckle Me Baby Car Seat Coats are made with Seawool® a material made from recycled bottles and oyster shells are growing in popularity for being slim yet warm. See our Girls Coats.
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For kids, big puffy coats are not just going out of style, they are becoming unnecessary. In the past, parents believed “puffy equals warm.” But new innovations like Seawool® insulation keep children just as warm (often warmer) without all the bulk. That means coats no longer have to look oversized to be cozy.
Beyond style, puffers are also a safety issue. Bulky coats add slack under car seat harnesses, which can make them dangerous in a crash. Parents end up wrestling with the coat on, coat off shuffle every time they buckle their child, a daily hassle in the cold.
That is why more families are switching to car seat safe coats like Buckle Me Baby Coats. Designed to fit snugly under harnesses, they keep kids warm, safe, and adorable without the bulk. Our coats, featured on Shark Tank, prove you do not have to choose between safety and style.
👉 Takeaway: In 2025, puffy coats are fading fast for kids. Slim, warm, and car seat friendly coats are the smarter buy for parents who want safety, convenience, and cuteness all in one.
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Winter coats, especially puffy ones, create hidden slack under car seat harnesses. When the harness is tightened over a bulky coat, the fabric compresses in a crash. That compression leaves extra space between your child and the harness, which can cause them to slide forward or even slip out in severe collisions.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and Child Passenger Safety Technicians recommend avoiding bulky coats in car seats for this reason. Instead:
- Buckle your child snugly without a thick coat.
- Add warmth with a blanket or coat draped over the harness.
- Choose a car seat coat or car seat blankie designed to fit safely in car seats
👉 Takeaway: Puffy coats are fine for outdoor play, but not for car seats. A slim, warm design like Buckle Me Baby Coats keeps your child safely buckled, warm, and comfortable on every ride.
- Buckle your child snugly without a thick coat.
The Safest Winter Coats for Babies, Toddlers, and Kids Without the Bulk
Why Regular Winter Coats Aren’t Safe in Car Seats
Most parents are shocked to learn that traditional puffy coats are unsafe in the car seat even if the harness is pulled tight.
Here’s why:
Compression: The fluff inside traditional winter coats flattens during a crash, leaving dangerous slack between the child and the harness.
False Tightness: When you buckle your child wearing a puffy coat, the straps seem snug but that space is created due to the force of the crash.
Ejection Risk: Studies show up to four inches of harness slack can occur when thick coats compress. Risk of brain, neck and spin injury increases at 6mm of extra forward movement.
Cold Spots: Most puffy coats use blown fill that deflates after washing, leaving cold leaks where stitching runs through.
That’s why car seat safety experts, pediatricians, and CPSTs all say:
“No bulky coats in car seats.”
But parents still need to keep little ones warm on freezing mornings. That’s where Buckle Me Baby Coats come in.
The Car Seat Friendly Coat Solution
Buckle Me Baby Coats were designed by a mom and loved by CPSTs. They go on at home, stay on in the car seat, and keep kids warm without the danger.
1. Side-Opening Design
Parents open the front panel, buckle the harness directly against the child’s body in one step.
✅ Same harness setting as no coat
✅ No take the coat off battles in the cold
✅ Loved by certified CPSTs
2. Seawool Warmth Without Puff
Our premium Seawool insulation is made from crushed oyster shells and recycled water bottles, creating intact warmth panels for even heat without bulk.
Warmer than down but thinner
Eco-friendly, moisture-wicking, odor-resistant
3. Healthy, Sustainable, and Soft
All Buckle Me Baby Coats are PFOA and PFAS-free with cozy linings and long sleeves for full coverage. Parents describe them as “magically soft” and “like wearing a blanket that hugs back.”
Real Parent Reviews
⭐ “My toddler calls it his ‘car cuddle coat.’ He stays warm and I don’t have to fight him.”
⭐ “We live in Minnesota and this is the only coat that actually makes sense for winter car seats.”
⭐ “No more crying while I unzip a jacket in the freezing parking lot.”
Over 100,000 families have switched to Buckle Me Baby Coats, and 100% of CPST reviewers confirm they can safely stay on in the car seat.
The Hidden Danger of Winter Coats in Car Seats
In crash tests, traditional puffy coats creates greater movement on impact, increasing the risk of injury or ejection.
The NHTSA and AAP both warn against bulky clothing in harnessed seats.
The harness should always lie flat and snug against the chest.
Quick test:
Buckle your child in with the coat on.
Without loosening straps, remove the coat and rebuckle.
If you can fit more than two fingers under the harness, the coat is too bulky.
The Simple Swap: Warmth and Safety Made Easy
With Buckle Me Baby Coats, parents don’t have to choose between safety and warmth.
Our coats go on at home and stay on safely in the seat
No take the coat off drama and looks and feels like a normal winter coat but built smarter
Perfect for parents who:
Have multiple drop-offs
Live in cold or wet climates
Want a safer alternative to blankets and hoodies
Why CPSTs, Pediatricians, and Parents Love Buckle Me Baby Coats
✅ Loved by Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians
✅ Featured on Shark Tank
✅ Winner of the Mom’s Choice Award
✅ 4.8-star average rating from verified parents
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Find Buckle Me Baby Coats Near You
Buckle Me Baby Coats are available nationwide.
Parents in these regions love them:
Boston, MA: Trusted for harsh New England winters
New York, NY: Ideal for extreme cold and city walks, subways, and quick rides
Chicago, IL: Wind-resistant warmth without bulk
Denver, CO: Perfect for high-altitude cold and dry air
Minneapolis, MN: Designed for sub-zero comfort
Toronto, ON: A favorite among Canadian families
If you’re searching for baby winter coats near Boston, New York, or Chicago, you’ll find Buckle Me Baby Coats ranked as a top pick for warmth and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Buckle Me Baby Coats safe in the car seat?
Yes. They have been tested and endorsed by CPSTs and can stay on at the same harness setting as no coat.
Do they keep kids warm enough?
Yes. The Seawool insulation is warmer than down and the intact fill panels prevent cold leaks.
What sizes do they come in?
From newborn through size 10. Each coat has a detailed fit guide.
Can I wash them?
Absolutely. Machine washable, tumble dry low. No special care needed.
Designed by a Mom Who Gets It
“I wanted something that kept my kids warm and safe without the tears.”
— Dahlia Rizk, Founder of Buckle Me Baby Coats
Buckle Me Baby Coats are more than outerwear. They’re a parenting sanity-saver trusted by over 100,000 families. Because safety should never mean freezing.
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