We swapped the bag under the kid’s feet for a proper footrest, and now nobody wants to go back to that makeshift setup.

Some fixes are meant to be just “for a moment.” Quick hacks, temporary solutions that are supposed to save us in an emergency.
Except that this “moment” sometimes stretches into months… or even years.

In many cases that’s no big deal — a makeshift shelf in the garage, a book under the monitor, a folding chair in the kitchen.
But there are areas where these temporary hacks simply shouldn’t exist. And one of them is a child’s safety in the car.

More specifically? The makeshift setup under a child’s feet.

A bag under your kid’s feet — doing more harm than good?

A lot of parents, trying to stop their kid from kicking the front seat or having their legs dangle awkwardly in the car seat, reach for a “rescue bag.” Literally. A bag of clothes, a backpack, a rolled-up blanket, even a whole pack of bottled water (yikes!) — basically anything you can shove under the child’s feet.
In theory it’s supposed to make things more comfortable. In practice… not so much.

Is a bag under the car seat safe? Unfortunately, no. During sudden braking it can shift, or even make the impact worse. Not to mention it doesn’t give proper, stable support — so it doesn’t really solve the problem of tense muscles, numb legs, or motion sickness.

Footrest vs. makeshift fixes — a difference you can feel from the very first trip

Monika, one of our customers, put it simply:

“It’s a great footrest. My 100 cm tall child can reach the steps while riding. Another big plus — kids can easily fold and unfold the footrest on their own, and they climb into their seats using it. For them it’s an extra bit of fun. Really worth recommending.”

It’s the kind of review that perfectly shows the difference between a temporary hack and a real improvement.

Instead of a bag under their feet — a proper footrest. Stable, tested, designed with both kids’ and parents’ needs in mind.

Why do kids keep kicking the front seat?

The answer might surprise you: very often it’s not because they actually want to. It’s because… they simply have nowhere to put their feet. Without proper support, a child instinctively tries to stabilize themselves — and they end up pushing their heels into the front seat.
Or they don’t manage to stabilize at all, and that’s when the squirming, whining, and crying starts.

A car seat footrest solves the problem at its source. The child finally has a place to rest their feet, and their body — as physiotherapists confirm — can settle into a natural, stable position.

How to keep your kid comfy on a long trip?

Besides taking breaks and keeping kids entertained, it’s important to think about ergonomics. The seat back, seat belts, and air conditioning all matter — but many parents still don’t realize that proper foot support is just as important for a child’s comfort and health on the road.

Especially on longer trips, a good car seat footrest can help prevent:

• numb legs,
• pressure on blood vessels,
• and even… motion sickness.

Why choose Stópołapki from Okiday?

• sturdy, solid build
• foldable steps that kids can use on their own
• durability proven by tests (including DEKRA / TÜV SÜD, ISO 27956)
• safe for standing and climbing — no risk of breaking

It’s not just about comfort. It actually makes a real difference for your child’s safety in the car.

No more makeshift fixes in the car

You no longer have to choose between safety and comfort. No more juggling bags under your kid’s feet to keep them from sliding around.

Stópołapki give stability — and peace of mind — for both you and your child.

And the best part: you can find our footrests in over 100 baby gear stores across Poland, including the biggest chains.

Swap temporary for permanent. Do it once, do it right.