Abstract: A baby car seat and protector is disclosed which provides a comfortable car seat for a baby, complete with a conveniently located toy retaining tray-like area, which car seat automatically encloses the baby in a protective cocoon-like structure in the event of a crash to cushion the impact resulting therefrom and to protect the baby from flying glass and other debris. The car seat has a main member which defines a seat-like structure for receiving the baby in the sitting position and supporting the back thereof, with the seat-like structure having a top region and sides which extend forward somewhat around the baby to provide side protection thereto. A second, tray-like member is disposed in front of the baby to define a region for conveniently holding toys and the like. The tray-like member extends to the baby's chest and abdomen, providing a padded tunnel-like region for passage of an automobile seat belt therethrough.