Frequently Asked Questions

One Kid has been family-owned by Sabine and Eric since 1999, creating quality outerwear with care and commitment. In 2016, we introduced The Road Coat®—the original car seat–safe winter coat—combining our years of experience with a patented design that has changed the way parents keep kids safe and warm. Our office is located in Westport, Connecticut, and our main warehouse is in Los Angeles, California. One Kid is proud to hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), a reflection of our dedication to quality and customer trust.

Read more  about Sabine and Eric here.

Yes. We have worked closely with several CPST’s and THE ROAD COAT is car seat safe. In addition, a certified instructor for both the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration has provided their full approval of THE ROAD COAT for use with car seats.

THE ROAD COAT is engineered so the 5-point harness can pass to the front, which cannot be achieved safely with a regular coat.

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The most important factor when choosing the right size is your child’s height. The Road Coat is specially engineered to allow safe layering underneath, so you don’t need to size up. For the best fit, refer to our size chart. The Road Coat is available in sizes 6 Months to 10 Years, while The Road Coat® Snowsuit is available from 0/3 Months to 18/24 Months.

If your child is old enough to be in a booster seat you can use The Road Coat in bigger size (7, 8 & 10). The child can sit on either side of the car.

THE ROAD COAT features a thin front inner layer that eliminates the puffy outer layer from being between the car seat harness and your child. This enable the harness to lay flat and snug against the chest, as recommended by car safety authorities. A unique split collar construction allows the harness straps to pass to the front & lay flat on the shoulders, providing comfort and safer travel for children in car seat or booster seat.

The back of THE ROAD COAT is constructed to be puffy, yet highly compressible. This leaves no excess fabric to create slack in the harness, keeping your child safer.

If your child is in an accident it is advised to remove the car seat with them in it until first responders get there to check them out for injuries. Removing the child with the coat on should not be any faster or slower than with any other article of clothing. (the outer zipper closure is optional while in car seat)

Yes. The Road Coat is independently crash tested and endorsed by Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs). With its worldwide patented design, it allows the harness to sit snugly against your child, ensuring maximum safety in the car seat—unlike bulky winter coats. The Road Coat is also endorsed by pediatricians and has received multiple parent-voted awards, giving families added confidence.

We offer a 30-day return and FREE exchange policy on all unworn items with tags attached and in original packaging. The 30-day window begins from the date you receive your order.

Please note:
We do not provide return labels. Customers in both the U.S. and Canada are responsible for return shipping costs. Returns must be sent with a traceable tracking number.

Exchanges piece(s) ship FREE of charge.

Yes, it may be possible to receive reimbursement from Medicaid for The Road Coat. Medicaid programs in some states may consider The Road Coat a medical necessity for children who need a car seat-safe winter coat.

Please read the following blog with instructions:

https://onekid.com/blogs/onekid-blog/get-reimbursement-from-medicaid-for-the-road-coat

Since the creation of One Kid Outerwear in 1999, we’ve made significant efforts to reduce the use of PFCs in our products. While companies like Patagonia have shifted from C-8 to C-6 fluorocarbon-based DWR treatments, C-6—though less harmful—still poses risks.

With our 2022 Road Coat collections, we introduced a fluorine-free C-0 DWR finish. Although C-0’s water repellency is slightly less effective compared to C-6, it’s fully suitable for the car seat-safe Road Coat, ensuring we prioritize safety in every aspect of our designs.

Additionally, the Road Coat Arctic achieves water repellency through a combination of Arctic polyester fabric laminated with a micro-polyester membrane, taped seams, and taped zippers, resulting in a 100% waterproof rating.