Graco SlimFit 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat Installation & Review

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Watch me install the Graco SlimFit 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat and give my review. Should you buy a Graco SlimFit 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat watch to find out if this is the best convertible car seat and if it really does save space in the car.
DISCLAIMER: Please follow the manufacturer's installation instructions. I will not be held liable for any issues that may result from following the instructions provided in my video.
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[@berniecole5757]

Your comment “I did IVF. I can’t have nothing happen to my baby!!!!” Lmao...I hear you sis...that really made my day.

[@kristenadorno]

I feel that! We tried for 6 long years before our 1st child was born. We went through hell and back! I cherish every second I have with that girl ❤️ our son was born after a one night slip up 🙈 lol. It’s crazy how that happened, especially after struggling with infertility for so long!

[@Sneedweednfeed]

That poor child.

[@Sneedweednfeed]

Lol IVF. Empty egg carton.

[@cindibee7]

You are the best! You made it so simple!! I've watched a few of these videos and they were confusing. I'm the grandma and it's been 8 years since the last grandchild was in the car seat. With the new baby I bought another seat. Thank you so much God Bless you!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thanks! Glad to help!

[@MelBellV]

“That’s an expensive baby, I did IVF” Same! 😂

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

🤣😂🤣

[@KedyBella]

Stay blessed Supermom 🙌

[@tracytillett]

I watched the whole video without any sound it was very helpful. Exactly what I was looking for

[@XioJade20]

Thank you! We just got our new car seats from Target for our twins. Literally my husband installing in the parking lot right now

[@Ashcattt]

Amazing video! My babe is 10.5 months old and I am looking at getting him a convertible seat for his birthday. I am sold on this one... you make the installation look SO easy!! I can't wait to use this car seat. Thank you for this video!!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

My pleasure!

[@jaeramirez4470]

Loved the, "That's an expensive baby, I had IVF!" Girl, I did it the old school way and will say that your statement holds true for me too!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Tenekai]

@@PhillipsFamBabyJourney hopefully no babies were murdered in the process.

[@NicolleQuintero]

This was super helpful - just got mine and I loved the tutorial. I couldn't believe installation was so easy!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Glad it helped!

[@lizavalos6021]

I’ve been looking for a video like this! Mom’s usually talk without showing the car seat and it’s so annoying. Well explained! Thanks for sharing!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thanks for watching!

[@kristenadorno]

I’m so glad to hear you say your baby is sitting rear facing until she’s at least 40 lbs or 2 years old. My daughter is turning 3 in September and we just turned her around front facing this summer and I really wasn’t ready! She’s so tiny for her age (27.8 lbs) but her legs were scrunched up so I finally turned her. Everyone thinks I’m crazy and I caught a ton of crap for it but it’s safer to keep them rear facing as long we can! We have the baby jogger city view for her but I’m thinking of getting the Grace slim fit for our son who is 9 months old now but he is outgrowing his infant seat already.

[@MissusKilljoy]

Just got this car seat in the mail for my son. My husband and I were trading an infant seat because daycares won’t let us keep the seat on facility right now (dang coronavirus). I was going to hold off on a convertible seat but one week of remembering to trade that seat was the final straw so bub is going in it now at 3 months. Your video gave me an idea of what the seat looked like before I bought it. You rock!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Glad to help!

[@chelseasimmons8458]

Your video made me smile the whole time! Much needed because car seat shopping is stressFULL!! thank you!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

😍😍😍

[@justro2221]

This car seat is awesome. I know parents spend a lot of money because of how fast kids grow up. It's good to know you can invest on this once and then pretty much forget about getting a new one. And, it looked so easy to install, definitely a plus.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Yeah it is definitely a good investment.

[@kaybee163]

I just ordered this car seat for my 14 month old. I’m so glad I found your video. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thanks for watching!

[@steveengel2079]

Thanks- we just got our granddaughters seat and your video helped me figure it all out. Thanks!!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

My pleasure!!!

[@discodolliful]

Came across your video to install my babies new car seat. It’s on sale in gray at Amazon for $126!

[@Mz-Adjeley]

Wow you made the installation look so easy, my cousin bought this same seat for her son and it's a great deal

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Your cousin loves a bargain like me!

[@rwythreshold]

I loved watching this!! You explained everything so well!! It was super easy. Thank you!!!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thanks for watching!

[@britneyrackley9821]

Thank you so much for this video! Your walk through was so easy to follow and completely convinced me I made the right purchase. I tried watching the video from Graco first and it was horrible. This gives me confidence that I can install quickly and safely! It’s also good to know someone else who is planning to use two car seats. Thank you!!!!!

[@randyalanis9308]

Agree gracos videos are horrible

[@FertilityFreak]

Yess!! Sold! It is def still $50 cheaper on amazon! Ordering now! Love your personality!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thank you!

[@eileenchampagne8113]

Thank you, I was having a hard time with the harness adjustment. All good now thanks to you!

[@JosuePR_41]

Thanks for the video. Manual took me too long to figure it out 🤣

[@SayThankyou]

hooked from the intro itself. I dont have kids yet. But man, i was this seat. and you made it look so easy too! I hope it is as easy as that lol! great video!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thank you!

[@Norlha1]

You saved me from installation headache. Thank you

[@iamtheglow]

You made this look so easy. I will just leave the install to hubs lol. But I love Graco. I can’t wait to get my new baby one of these car seats.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Lol I'm such a mama bear i installed my husband's too so that i knew it was installed correctly

[@erikhaughn468]

You are amazing with these reviews and instillation tips! Thank you so much!

[@CallieMileham]

How cute is your intro?! 😍 thank you for sharing this!! I wish I had this video when I had my first baby! We had a hard time trying to figure it out! 💕

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thanks and our last car seat gave us a hard time figuring out the install.

[@StormYoung]

This was so helpful I am seriously the worst at putting in a car seat

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thanks!

[@randyalanis9308]

Thank you so much!!! Just installed this car seat and you made it so easy

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Glad to help!

[@Megascar08]

Very helpful! Thank you!! Love your outfit!!!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thank you!

This is a great seat. I love that it's slim fit for us tall folks who need that extra leg room lol. We have a similar Graco seat and it's been hanging in there through snacks and naps lol.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Lol through snacks and naps

[@BFreeman103]

Thank you!!!! Because I was struggling!!!

[@GBLynden]

Helpful video. Thank you!

[@bhflute]

Thank you for an easy to understand install video

[@julieorozco1419]

Thanks for sharing! Just installed ours rear facing.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

My pleasure!

[@allaboutmaryd7212]

It’s time to add my niece to the intro lol. Great video!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Lol you are so right!

[@DQuill]

Yes! Children should be rear facing until they reach the height or weight limit, harnessed forward facing until that height or weight limit and then use a booster/seat in booster mode until height or weight limit! Far too many children are moved to the next mode too early. This is a life saving device and needs to be properly used every time 💕

[@leonwhyte6746]

Thanks so much for the video! Have you or anyone found that the straps secure the car seat are a bit short? If so, what’s a remedy? Thanks so much!

[@doitwithrina5659]

Thats such a huge car seat! Wow! I had one from Chicco and it was only half the size of this.. As u said, price doesnt matter.. Our babies matter ❤️ i liked the fact that you got two seats.. One for ur car and one for ur hubby's car.. 🙂

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Two seats was a must I like to make life easy!

[@crystallongson8565]

Maybe you had the Chicco infant carseat because Chico’s convertible car seats are bulkier than this one

[@Simple.Life.Mama2022]

LOVE this review, you sold me on this for my daughter she’s 4months, well use it later! My son just turned 10 and is just now not using his booster seat in our truck but, he prefers it still in my car so he can see out the window better! Gotta keep our babies safe no matter how old they are!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Glad I could help!

[@24Ailec]

Omg thank u !!!!! This video was so helpful for me! 😘👌👍🏼👍🏼

[@TheFamilesso]

Thank you, we bought one today.

[@connieberding1985]

You're great! Love your video!

[@slleach5]

I just got this one today! The only question is how do you loosen the tether for the front strap that attaches to the front of the seat of the car?

[@beloved70x7]

What a breeze to install.And great to hear, you can easily install and uninstall! And can hold kids up to 100 lbs. What a great deal!All in one touch seat!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

I concur it is a great deal!

[@haydenlee2610]

The actual chances of it lasting till kiddo isn’t in need of a car seat any more. They’ll outgrow it by like seven. Kids need a booster until 10-12. It’s cheaper to just buy a regular convertible then a booster.

[@saltier.s]

It’s awesome that you can use the seat for a long time!! You guys made set up look easy :) beautiful family!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thank you!

[@shakeebkhan87]

Can you show how to adjust the straps as in they should be below/above shoulders

[@whiterabbit5614]

Thank you for your helpful video. Ours arrived today.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

You're welcome!

[@TheRawlses]

We don’t have any kids yet, but this is something that we will keep in mind when the time comes. Especially knowing that you can use the car seat up until the child is 100lbs. That’s impressive. You made it easy to install in your vehicle. By the way, I think your daughter’s name is unique and beautiful.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thank you for the compliment on my daughter's name!

[@Brenda-yn5zf]

I seriously love your personality! Lol I’m gonna go ahead and order this car seat! It would have been perfect if it had the fuss free harness storage though:( I always struggle to get by baby in and out of the seat!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Awe thank you so much!

[@kellymelvin3049]

THANK YOU for saying about rear facing until 40 lbs or 2 years. Try and hit 40 lbs if you can! My 4 year old is still under 40 lbs and she still happily rear faces. My 5 year old made it to 5 and he was upset to forward face. He was a lot comfier rear facing since he could put his feet on the backseat and now FF he can’t do that he doesn’t like his legs dangling lol. Good job mom 😘

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thanks :)

[@sitcomchristian6886]

Man, I wish my daughter was like your kids. She is 22 months and has figured out how to unlatch her chest strap in the rear facing seat we had. Imagine finding that out while on the road lol! She hates sitting rear facing. Since she hit the weight recommendation (she's about 25 lbs) I've given up trying to keep her rear facing. She just wants to see everything.

[@lucybingham9926]

There’s lots of options to keep a child rear facing. Different seats, removing the head rest so they can see more, using a mirror so you can see each other etc. It’s 5x safer to rear face.

[@karakeyeh86]

Thank you for this helpful video! Does anyone know if the cushion inserts are for specific ages/ weights?? My daughter is 22 pounds and almost 12 months. I'm not sure if I am supposed to keep all the cushions in the way it comes, or if that is for a smaller baby since the seat is for newborns-100lbs.

[@MsLeela452]

I have the same question. Following 😊

[@SJ-hg6hr]

I felt that, “she expensive baby” 😂💙 Dayum right!! IVF couple here!!!!

[@daianathompson664]

Thank you so much for this. My baby is 14 months and I just got this car seat. I’ll definitely will be on the lookout when you change to forward facing.

[@lucybingham9926]

Please look into extended rear facing car seats (to 25kg). They’re so much safer x

[@quileter]

I like the car review just wish I saw a full in stall. Where you push on it and tighten it then do the wiggle check. A lot of car seats looks like the are installed correctly but then fail the wiggle check

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Since it was my first time we took it to a car seat check and they did adjust it to make it tighter.

[@reneeharrison3541]

Thanks for the video... We did ivf as well.. about to see if it fits in my mustang convertible.. lol

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

hahahaha

[@labellavita992]

Did you check to see if the seat moves less than 1 inch side to side or front to back? When I install this seat, I have to put pressure on the seat to make sure all the slack is taken out from the latch/seatbelt so the seat doesn’t move.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

My seat is tight and doesn't move at all.

[@alexandergladney5675]

Great review…. Missed a step though you have to remove the padding and put the seatbelt though

[@crystallongson8565]

She used the latch straps to secure the carseat. If you’re using latch you do not use the seatbelt to install.

[@BryanStinchfield]

You are not supposed to use the top tether trap when rear-facing, it is used when forward facing. How would a passenger in the front adjust their seat if that strap is attached to the front seat? Oh, and the manual says to store the strap when rear facing... so there's that, too!

[@mallorys.8066]

Thanks for this!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

My pleasure!

[@DrPepperRules86]

You can also attach the car seat using the lower anchor in the front facing form. You just need to unravel the seat and slide the lower anchor into position to use via front facing. I just feel that it’s safer than using the car seatbelts.

[@calebnanzer707]

Installing with the bars was stupid easy, good call. Is it normal for it to move side to side a little? I’ve pulled the belt as tight as it can go and the ball is in the blue. I’m used to the infant seat that’s rock solid.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

So it's allowed to move a little but no more than an inch

[@shawnshannon5058]

Can’t used the side tethers for center rear facing seats

[@akosuamroney]

Great video! I’m looking to purchase another car seat and I found your video very helpful. But I do have a question. I know you mentioned that this car has some weight to it but is it anyway comfortable to in stall in a car service and remove to go to wherever I’m going? My child is almost 30 pounds so I’m trying to see which car seat will be better for us.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thanks and it's easy enough to install and uninstall in vehicles but it would be tiring carrying a 30 lb child and a 20 lb carseat.

[@akosuamroney]

@@PhillipsFamBabyJourney Thank you for responding

[@TwilaSchell]

I love 3 in 1 car seats! You definitely got a good deal! We got ours from Amazon as well, went with the Diono Radian and it has been amazing for us! 🥰 I love that the cup holders fold in, that's so neat!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Amazon for the win!

[@cynthiatorres9182]

Hi I watched your video as installing it and it’s on the blue on the level but I just feel like it’s loose like it can be tighter somehow how loose is your car seat?

[@cambleandrade9713]

Look super easy thank you! Wish you would've faced forward too

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

It is super easy! Same process for forward facing just turn it around. You can still use the anchor clips.

[@JeremyMayDDS]

got the same one. seem like a good mom

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thank you!

[@rohitcharles3680]

Since its a slim fit, does that means it has less space from graco 4ever?

[@Local_Koala]

THANK YOU

[@nancy09219]

Thanks for the video! It looks like the purple is extra padding - are those parts removable as the child grows?

[@laurensharp5856]

Yes!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Yes they are

[@lovelash2398]

Great video! Thank you, we as well have an ivf baby so your little comments made me giggle because i completely understand that baby was not cheap 😅

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

🤣😂🤣

[@clarissa3122]

Can you tell me the depth of your seat in the car? I’m trying to decide if this will fit in my husband’s pickup that has very small back seats.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

According to the internet my second row has 38.6 inches of leg room, 56.2 inches of hip room, and 58 inches of shoulder room. Hope that helps.

[@falt007]

Stapler... very good comparison word.

[@luckyprinsesa]

Have you tried it out yet? What do you think of that sticker in the middle of the back rest?? The lowest reviews on Amazon mention that this sticker gets too hot to touch for their kids backs.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Hello I have used the seat and didn't find the sticker to be hot. However, we only take her to and from daycare and me and my husband both park in our garage so the cars are not too hot to start with.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

I'm going to feel the sticker next time I'm parked somewhere in the sun to see if it gets hot.

[@luckyprinsesa]

Phillips Fam Baby Journey Thanks!

[@lorikestner116]

your daughter is GORGEOUS

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Thank you!

[@XZtrellitaX]

Is it safer to place the car seat in the middle seat? I’ve read that only certain car seats can go in the middle?

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

The middle seat is the safest place in the car from impacts.

[@RobiTheophilus]

Thank you!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

My pleasure!

[@Volhunteer]

Why does it feel like I can lift up on the back after I attach the anchor points?? Feels insecure in rear facing

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

You have to use all your might to pull the straps as tight as you can

[@jeffbowling8891]

I am hearing that sticker in the middle of their back is burning into the children -while in forward facing mode on a hot day? Is this correct. Could you give an update after using it for so long!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

I personally didn't have any issues with this. However I do park my car in a garage at home which keeps it from getting to hot.

[@ItsMeDeeDee]

What stroller u use? I plan to start off with the Dooner but prob last till 8/9months

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

I have a evenflo double stroller but it can be configured as a single stroller as well so I love that.

[@shariamirabaker2819]

Have you tried to clean it as yet? I can’t figure out how to get all of the pads off.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

I have washed the pad she sits on a few times because she spilled stuff on it but you know what I haven't even attempted to get them all off. I am going to try tomorrow.

[@shariamirabaker2819]

@@PhillipsFamBabyJourney Thanks! I actually went on Amazon and was able to find an answer there. My issue was I couldn't get the seat pad all the way off because of those plastic rectangles. I didn't realize you could just pull them out (with a little force!). I literally took my carseat down to the bones and washed every bit of fabric. It looks brand new!

[@cmagoteaux4444]

Have you figured out how to take the straps off to clean them??

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

With Covid we barely go anywhere with the baby so her car seat stays pretty clean. Someone else asked a question about how to clean this car seat so I'm going to figure it out hopefully and make a vid :)

[@Dawn2Dusk23]

It's just $2 more on Buy Buy Baby with the coupon and free shipping; delivery time is the same as Prime. Just FYI. Thanks for this video!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

My pleasure! Since I needed 2 carseats and the buy buy baby coupon was for 20% off one item it def would have cost me more in the end. Glad it worked out for you!

[@Dawn2Dusk23]

@@PhillipsFamBabyJourney oh yeah! They only allow one online. Bummer. If you place the order in store, they apply more than one coupon. Again this is just info for anyone who might want to go for their local buy buy baby. Thanks again for your informative and to the point video!

[@ItaShouldeen]

How to install it the another way, for 2 years or older toddler?

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

I ha e video for forward facing install on my channel as well

[@SusieCruz144]

I think your seat is too loose? I’m not sure you tightened it enough.

[@antoniomitchell1883]

How much are these 2 years later?

[@jessicarussell7934]

Do you take the inserts out as they grow or leave them in ?

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

You can take them out as they grow

[@citaalexander3427]

Can you do a video of forward facing the seat please

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

As soon as I turn my baby around I definitely will! Should be in the next month because she is over two and very tall!

[@hngfff3100]

Does this car seat come with the base?? And would you say it's a good size for a Corolla?

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

The base is attached to the seat so nothing extra to buy. I think it's a good option for any smaller car or SUV.

[@alexismosely7008]

Hello I just brought this car seat and put my son in the seat for the very first time and the bottom button seems to be poking his thighs is that part adjustable????

[@sheilaann5666]

I just bought this car seat for my 1 year old. It doesn’t need the seat belt through it?

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Not if you are using the anchor method.

[@hailliejean2083]

Do you still like this seat?

[@rohankashyap4816]

Did this car seat afford good legroom for Legacy? My daughter is tall for her age and is a little over 11 months old now. I am looking for options mainly because she needs more legroom.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Legacy is in the 90th percentile for height and her little legs look so scrunched up in her seat rear facing. I know I said I was going to keep her rear facing until she met the weight restrictions but when she turns 2 in June I will probably switch her to forward facing so she can have more leg room.

[@dragodavidCE]

You can try the Graco Extend to fit as well, although that is only good up to 50lbs for rear-facing, then you have to switch to forward-facing, good up to 65lbs.

[@lucybingham9926]

You’d be surprised where children can fit their legs. It’s 5x safer to rear face a child, so having their legs scrunched up is a non-issue.

[@littlejkey]

@@lucybingham9926 Agree. Just because their legs are scrunched up, doesn't mean they are uncomfortable. Also another way is to have them cross their legs like how they sit criss-cross applesauce lol. Just follow the weight restrictions. The neck and spinal cord are still underdeveloped the younger they are and so in the event of a crash, they are more likely to get neck and spinal cord injuries. Rear facing minimizes those injuries greatly. Keep in mind, it's alot harder to fix a broken neck than a broken leg

[@_Loving_My_2SonShines]

Can this car seat be placed in the middle seat as well??

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Sure can

[@akosuamensah5400]

Please is it for a big girl? My girl is 2 and half and can I buy this one for her?

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Yes she will be able to use this car seat as long as she is under 65 pounds

[@ItsMeDeeDee]

What kind of car u have? Is the slim fit actually a space saver?

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

I have a jeep grand cherokee. I do find it slimmer than some other brands of carseats.

[@debbietabchouri8]

Thank you Jesus. This grandma would have never figured this out from the instructions.

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

Glad to help!

[@brittanydagostino6012]

don't have to put the car seatbelt through it? We just bought this one!

[@PhillipsFamBabyJourney]

If you use the anchor clips no seat belt is needed for rear facing installation

[@randomupdates4013]

2 car seats the way to go... folks listen to her. Facts

[@dtaylortf]

We bought four carseats for our twins. Two for my truck and two for my wives car. best purchase we made.