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My name is Therese Gilbert and I am the owner and author of this amazing website. :) I am a fully qualified and CPD accredited car seat expert who specialize in extended rear facing car seats. I write about in-car safety, car seats, tips, reviews, giveaways. specialist advice and more ++. I am a mum of three who's been on a mission to change the law and raise awareness since 2012! :) Work With ME: erfmissionATgmail.com

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