Car Seats & Safety
Car Seat Safety Clinics
Want to learn how to install your child’s car safety seat?
Want to know when your child is ready to move on to the next seat or graduate from their booster seat? Our trained car seat technician can help!​
Car seat installation is by appointment only. Each appointment lasts about 30 minutes. Please contact our office at (503) 623-4618Â for an appointment.Â
Child passenger safety technicians will check your child’s seat for:
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Correct installation
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Recalls and damage
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Best fit for weight, height, and age
Requirements:
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The child who uses the seat must be present unless the baby is not yet born.
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The vehicle in which the child travels must be brought to the car seat check.
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Parents or guardians will be taught to correctly install and use the car seat.
Come with any questions you may have and leave with peace of mind!
Car Seat Assistance Program
We may be able to help you purchase a low-cost car seat thanks to community partnerships with local law enforcement, local businesses, Oregon State Community Credit Union, Salem Health, and other generous private donors.
Eligibility:
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Must be a client of Bambinos residing in Polk, Marion, Benton, Linn, or Yamhill Counties.
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Our car seats are available two per child on a first-come, first-served basis. A second car seat is only given when the child has fully outgrown their first car seat.
Exclusions:
We cannot provide car seats to extended family members or childcare providers.
Unfortunately, replacements due to damage cannot be given. If you need a replacement due to a car accident, contact your insurance company for a replacement as part of your claim.
Deposit:
Effective 2/1/2025, a $30 non-refundable deposit must be paid in advance to Bambinos, Oregon in order to receive a car seat. You will be given a receipt and an appointment reminder to bring with you to your car seat appointment or car seat clinic where you will obtain the new seat. We accept cash, Venmo (see the QR code), or you can use this button to pay on our website by selecting “Car Seat” as your donation reason.Â

Other program information:
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To ensure proper fit and installation, the child receiving the seat must be present unless the baby is not yet born.
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For unborn babies, moms must be at least 32 weeks pregnant; we recommend the car seat appointment be made 4 weeks before the due date.
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The vehicle in which the child travels must be brought to the car seat check.
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Parents or guardians will be taught to correctly install and use the car seat.
Safety Items Program
If you need help keeping your little ones safe, we’re here for you! Various safety items such as safety gates, outlet plugs, and door locks are available upon request. Contact us for more information.