{"id":108588,"date":"2024-06-14T02:32:39","date_gmt":"2024-06-14T09:32:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=108588"},"modified":"2024-10-12T21:36:10","modified_gmt":"2024-10-13T04:36:10","slug":"top-10-accessories-every-parent-needs-to-babyproof-their-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/top-10-accessories-every-parent-needs-to-babyproof-their-car\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Accessories Every Parent Needs to Babyproof Their Car"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column108588_d963e8-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column108588_d963e8-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column108588_d963e8-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column108588_d963e8-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column108588_d963e8-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column108588_d963e8-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column108588_d963e8-42{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column108588_d963e8-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column108588_d963e8-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column108588_d963e8-42 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-028a6d  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-a5f44c\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108588_be0618-22, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108588_be0618-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading108588_be0618-22\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108588_be0618-22 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108588_be0618-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading108588_be0618-22\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108588_be0618-22 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108588_be0618-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading108588_be0618-22\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading108588_be0618-22 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading108588_be0618-22\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A child car seat protector keeps your seats safe from spilled milk, crumbs, and other messes, making it a must-have accessory for parents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seat protectors, seat belt pads, and under seat storage are car accessories that can babyproof your vehicle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Car wipes, trash bags, and air fresheners can help keep your car clean when traveling with your kids.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>From installing baby gates to getting padded floors, there&rsquo;s nothing a parent won&rsquo;t do to make sure their kids are safe, happy, and comfortable. But how many of these babyproofing principles are also applied to their cars? People often overlook just how much time children spend in vehicles. Kids spend so much more time in vehicles than most people think, whether it be for trips to the pediatrician, family vacations, going to play dates, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next time you travel with your little ones, consider investing in these car accessories that can turn your vehicle into the ultimate babyproof car:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Child Car Seat Protector<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/weathertech-car-seat-protector-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"weathertech car seat protector product image\" class=\"wp-image-119868\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/weathertech-car-seat-protector-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/weathertech-car-seat-protector-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/weathertech-car-seat-protector-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/weathertech-car-seat-protector-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/weathertech-car-seat-protector.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Child car seat protectors keep your seats safe from spilled milk, crumbs, and other messes you can think of.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Babies are undeniably cute, but their messes? Not so much. Luckily, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/child-car-seat-protector\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"child car seat protectors\">child car seat protectors<\/a> offer an easy solution to this issue. Child car seat protectors keep your seats safe from spilled milk, crumbs, and other messes you can think of. They also protect your car seat cushions from dents and scratches that may be caused by the child seats being in place for a significant amount of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/child-car-seat-protector\/weathertech\/w2481csp01bk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech&reg; 81CSP01BK Black Child Car Seat Protector\">Weathertech&reg; 81CSP01BK Black Child Car Seat Protector<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/child-car-seat-protector\/weathertech\/w2481csp02sgy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech&reg; 81CSP02SGY Gray Child Car Seat Protector\">Weathertech&reg; 81CSP02SGY Gray Child Car Seat Protector<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/child-car-seat-protector\/weathertech\/w2481csp01co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech&reg; 81CSP01CO Brown Child Car Seat Protector\">Weathertech&reg; 81CSP01CO Brown Child Car Seat Protector<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seat Protector<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking for something that covers a wider surface area than a child car seat protector, then a regular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-protector\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"seat protector\">seat protector<\/a> should do the trick. Car seat protectors typically cover the entire second row, leaving no room for spilled milk or other messes to damage your car seats. Most seat protectors feature slip-on and slip-off designs for quick and easy cleanup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-protector\/weathertech\/w24de2011tn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech&reg; DE2011TN Seat Protector\">Weathertech&reg; DE2011TN Seat Protector<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-protector\/weathertech\/w24sbp003tn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech&reg; SBP003TN Seat Protector\">Weathertech&reg; SBP003TN Seat Protector<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-protector\/aries\/ars314609\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Aries&reg; 3146-09 Seat Protector\">Aries&reg; 3146-09 Seat Protector<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seat Cover<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your car comes with standard leather seats, you might want to consider getting waterproof <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-cover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"seat covers\">seat covers<\/a>. Cleaning seat covers is a lot easier than cleaning fancy leather seats. As a busy parent, you won&rsquo;t have a lot of time to deep clean your car. Luckily, some car seat covers are machine washable, so you can cut back on chores and have more time with your little one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-cover\/covercraft\/c59gtd1371abcabn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Covercraft GTD1371ABCABN Carhartt PrecisionFit Series Front Row Seat Cover\">Covercraft GTD1371ABCABN Carhartt PrecisionFit Series Front Row Seat Cover<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-cover\/seat-designs\/sddk301a11ksw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Seat Designs K301-A1-1KSW Camo Series Second Row Seat Cover\">Seat Designs K301-A1-1KSW Camo Series Second Row Seat Cover<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-cover\/weathertech\/w24de2011chbx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech DE2011CHBX Second Row Seat Cover\">Weathertech DE2011CHBX Second Row Seat Cover<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seat Belt Pad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Children can get fussy during long rides, but they must wear their seat belts at all times. One way to stop them from removing their seat belts is to get them a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-belt-pad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"seat belt pad\">seat belt pad<\/a>. Cushioned seat belt pads will not only help make children more comfortable, they&rsquo;re also a great way to customize your car&rsquo;s interiors. Why not get a seat belt pad in their favorite color? It might convince them to keep it on without complaining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-belt-pad\/dash-designs\/dsh3061ftn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Dash Designs&reg; 3061FTN Tan Seat Belt Pad\">Dash Designs&reg; 3061FTN Tan Seat Belt Pad<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-belt-pad\/dash-designs\/dsh3061fgy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Dash Designs&reg; 3061FGY Gray Seat Belt Pad\">Dash Designs&reg; 3061FGY Gray Seat Belt Pad<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-belt-pad\/dash-designs\/dsh3061fbk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Dash Designs&reg; 3061FBK Black Seat Belt Pad\">Dash Designs&reg; 3061FBK Black Seat Belt Pad<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First Aid Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If there&rsquo;s one thing you should always bring, it&rsquo;s a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/first-aid-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"first aid kit\">first aid kit<\/a>. Kids will be kids, and we can&rsquo;t always stop them from running around at the park. While it&rsquo;s their job to have fun, it&rsquo;s the parent&rsquo;s job to be prepared for anything. Keeping a first aid kit in your car ensures you&rsquo;re ready for whatever bruises, bumps, or cuts they might get while playing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/first-aid-kit\/performance-tool\/pftw1554\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Performance Tool&reg; W1554 First Aid Kit\">Performance Tool&reg; W1554 First Aid Kit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/first-aid-kit\/ready-amer\/r6e77160\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Ready Amer&reg; 77160 First Aid Kit\">Ready Amer&reg; 77160 First Aid Kit<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Under Seat Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At a certain age, kids will grab just about anything they can get their hands on. In a small vehicle, it can be hard to keep important items out of their reach. This is where <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/under-seat-storage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"under seat storage\">under seat storage<\/a> comes in handy. Place first aid kits, tire repair kits, and other emergency supplies in a storage box that fits under your car seats. It&rsquo;s a great way of maximizing space and keeping them out of children&rsquo;s reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/under-seat-storage\/weathertech\/w244s009\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech&reg; 4S009 Under Seat Storage\">Weathertech&reg; 4S009 Under Seat Storage<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/under-seat-storage\/weathertech\/w244s003\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech&reg; 4S003 Under Seat Storage\">Weathertech&reg; 4S003 Under Seat Storage<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/under-seat-storage\/weathertech\/w244s004\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech&reg; 4S004 Under Seat Storage\">Weathertech&reg; 4S004 Under Seat Storage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Car Wipes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s no point crying over spilled milk, especially now with the convenience of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-wipes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"car wipes\">car wipes<\/a>. Car wipes are great for cleaning up messes on your dashboard, navigation screens, and seats. Some even have powerful ultraviolet (UV) blockers that prevent fading, aging, and cracking. Just be sure to buy one that&rsquo;s specifically designed for your interior&rsquo;s material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-wipes\/meguiars\/megg4000\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Meguiars&reg; G4000 Car Wipes\">Meguiars&reg; G4000 Car Wipes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-wipes\/meguiars\/megg13600\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Meguiars&reg; G13600 Car Wipes\">Meguiars&reg; G13600 Car Wipes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Air Freshener<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When babies go potty, an unpleasant smell can linger in the air. Unfortunately, accidents can happen anywhere and at any time, including the car ride home. Luckily, there are plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/air-freshener\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"air fresheners\">air fresheners<\/a> in the market that can help you get rid of foul odors. They come in different shapes, sizes, and scents, so you can easily find one that fits your preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/air-freshener\/little-trees\/ltfu3s32001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Little Trees&reg; U3S-32001 Royal Pine Air Freshener\">Little Trees&reg; U3S-32001 Royal Pine Air Freshener<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/air-freshener\/chemical-guys\/cmgair23116\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Chemical Guys&reg; AIR23116 Vanilla Bean Scent Air Freshener And Odor Eliminator\">Chemical Guys&reg; AIR23116 Vanilla Bean Scent Air Freshener And Odor Eliminator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/air-freshener\/meguiars\/megg16402\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Meguiars&reg; G16402 Air Freshener\">Meguiars&reg; G16402 Air Freshener<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sun Shade<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With such delicate skin, babies are also more likely to get sunburned from too much UV exposure. Investing in a mesh-type <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/sun-shade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"sun shade\">sun shade<\/a> can fix this issue. Designed to fit the vehicle&rsquo;s windows, sun shades block the sun&rsquo;s glare, protecting passengers from harmful UV rays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another type of sun shade is the reflective silver type, which is great for keeping the cabin cool while you&rsquo;re out and about with your kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/sun-shade\/quiksnap\/qk1lsnx15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"QuikSnap&reg; LSNX15 Sun Shade\">QuikSnap&reg; LSNX15 Sun Shade<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/sun-shade\/weathertech\/w24ts1360\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Weathertech&reg; TS1360 Sun Shade\">Weathertech&reg; TS1360 Sun Shade<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/sun-shade\/dash-designs\/dshsv01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Dash Designs&reg; SV01 Sun Shade\">Dash Designs&reg; SV01 Sun Shade<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">USB Power Cable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/usb-power-cable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"universal serial bus (USB) power cable\">universal serial bus (USB) power cable<\/a> is a must for every parent on the go. You can use it to power a backseat camera to help you monitor your kids in the backseat. If your children love to play with their tablets, you can also use power cables to charge their electronics and keep them entertained during long drives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Top Picks:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/usb-power-cable\/armor-all\/arlaas80105org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Armor All&reg; AAS8-0105-ORG 6ft. Tangle Free Micro USB Cable\">Armor All&reg; AAS8-0105-ORG 6ft. Tangle Free Micro USB Cable<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carparts.com\/usb-power-cable\/dorman\/rb84110\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Dorman&reg; 84110 USB Power Cable\">Dorman&reg; 84110 USB Power Cable<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>From installing baby gates to getting padded floors, there&rsquo;s nothing a parent won&rsquo;t do to make sure their kids are&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/top-10-accessories-every-parent-needs-to-babyproof-their-car\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":108673,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":true,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3768],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[2607,3269],"class_list":{"0":"post-108588","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-lifestyle","8":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Top 10 Accessories Every Parent Needs to Babyproof Their Car - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Babyproof your vehicle for a fun family drive. 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