Three things you need to pay attention to when traveling by car with your baby

When traveling by car with your baby, pay attention to three things (service window)

The National Day holiday is coming soon, what should you pay attention to when traveling by car with your baby?

Don’t hug and ride. "When a vehicle brakes suddenly or collides, the impact is strong, and the child can easily slip out of the arms, and may be squeezed by the adult's out-of-control body, causing secondary injuries." Zhou Chenfeng, deputy squadron leader of the Third Squadron of the Traffic Command Brigade of the Traffic Management Detachment of Dongguan City Public Security Bureau of Guangdong Province, reminded that the correct approach is to let the child ride in a fixed safety seat in the rear row. Do not hold the child in the car because the child is crying.

No feeding. Zhou Chenfeng reminded that jelly, plums, nuts, hard candies and small round fruits are particularly dangerous. A bump or a sudden stop may cause the food in the child's mouth to slip into the airway, causing suffocation. Foods with sticks and skewers, such as lollipops, candied haws, and grilled sausages, should also be avoided in the car. In an emergency, these sharp and hard objects may become sharp weapons that can harm children.

Not left alone. "The weather is getting colder, but the temperature in a closed car will soar under direct sunlight. In severe cases, it can cause hypoxia, heatstroke, and life-threatening conditions in children. Children are young and have no ability to save themselves in emergencies. Children should not be left alone in the car at any time or for any reason. Be sure to check the back seat when leaving the car." Zhou Chenfeng said.

Our reporter Li Zong

"People's Daily" (Page 11, September 29, 2026)