This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we sit down with Jamie Grayson — CPST, internationally-certified child passenger safety technician, and one of the most trusted baby gear experts in the country — to talk all things baby products, safety, and what parents actually need.

From the best & worst baby products on the market, to what really matters when choosing a car seat (hint: price ≠ safety), Jamie breaks down the myths, confusion, and overwhelm that every parent faces when trying to keep their baby safe. We also get into baby-proofing basics, how to avoid unsafe products online, why recalls get so misunderstood, and the most overlooked safety mistake parents make every single day.

If you’ve ever wondered which baby products are worth the $$$, which ones to skip completely, how to travel safely, or how to make your home safer without losing your mind — this episode is going to be a lifesaver :-)

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:00:08 Introduction to Jamie Grayson (CPST & Baby Gear Expert)

00:06:27 Top 3 baby gear safety tips for parents (price, harnesses, registering)

00:07:36 How baby product recalls really work

00:12:00 How to choose the right car seat for your baby

00:16:44 Best travel car seat options

00:23:05 Recommended car seat brands & models

00:26:00 Rear-facing car seat rules: when to turn them forward

00:29:15 How Jamie became “the baby gear guy”

00:31:10 How to pick the right baby carrier

00:33:29 Safe babywearing checklist (airway, hips, M-position)

00:35:40 Regulated vs unregulated baby products (what parents should know)

00:40:08 How to test if a toy is a choking hazard + recommended toys for babies & toddlers

00:41:55 Crib safety 101 (what can go in the crib & when)

00:45:00 Top 3 baby products that make life easier & safer (high chair, baby carrier, bathtub)

00:53:43 3 popular baby items parents should avoid (wipe warmers, diaper pails, unregulated add-ons)

00:57:22 Baby safety topic most parents aren’t thinking about

00:58:32 Babyproofing basics: where to start in your home

01:00:40 #1 tip from a baby gear expert: don’t be afraid to ask for help

01:03:58 Thank you for listening! 

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