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Car Seats by Age

Car seats are available in a variety of sizes and shapes however, they are all designed to safeguard children based on their age. It is recommended that children sit in their seats until they've reached the manufacturer's height or weight limits, and then use an extra seat until the vehicle belts are properly fitted, usually when they reach 4 feet 9 inches tall or age 10-12.

If you are looking for a new seat, consider features such as fabrics that are resistant to staining and removable pieces that can be washed in the machine. Hardware that is easy to clean should also be considered.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats cradle babies and toddlers, protecting their delicate spines and necks in the event of a crash. They're also safer because they distribute the force of impact over a larger surface area which reduces injuries to the spinal cord.

Parents are often enticed by the idea of moving their children to a forward-facing seat before they're ready. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics advises that you keep them in rear-facing for as long as possible. The manufacturer will inform you when your child is ready to transition forward-facing.

The heads of children are huge relative to their bodies, and are growing, which makes them particularly vulnerable in a crash. The head of a child can generate up to 25 times the weight of their body in an accident which is more than enough force to cause fatal injury. This is why children who sit in a car seat facing towards the front are at the highest chance of suffering fatal head injuries.

Many parents think that their kiddos have bigger necks than older children, which means they can handle the transition to an forward-facing car seat faster. But it's important to remember that a 95th percentile baby isn't as strong as 5th percentile kids, and no amount of push-ups for teens can alter the fact that. In the case of a car accident a bigger kid's head is more likely to be hit with more force, which could cause brain and spinal cord injuries.

When your child has outgrown their car seat for infants, you can convert them to a convertible car that allows children to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or height limit. Typically, children attain their maximum height first, so it's important to pay close attention to the instructions of the manufacturer of your car seat newborn seat on when to switch to forward-facing mode.

If your child has reached the weight limit of their convertible car seat or height limit, you will have to transition them into the booster. The majority of booster seats have an indicator for angles to inform you that the seat is correctly installed and is ready to be flipped to forward-facing mode. Use a booster only in the back of your car and always wear a seat belt (never shoulder belts) to provide the best car seats newborn security for your child.

Forward-facing

Many parents are enticed to turn their babies' car seats around when they get older because it's more convenient. However, they must remember that rear-facing seats are an option that is safer for children.

In a crash with the baby facing towards the front, the neck could be at risk. The head can be thrown against the front seat with force, causing permanent spinal damage. Whiplash is still a possibility even in the event that the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is particularly true for smaller kids that aren't yet one year old.

A child facing towards the front is more likely to hit his head on the dashboard or even a glass in an accident. Depending on the type of crash occurs and the speed at which the car is moving, the head may be placed against the seat. This can result in fractured skulls or a spinal cord.

The current safety standards require children to remain rear-facing until they weigh 20 pounds and 1 year old. This is due to the fact that younger children don't have the neck strength to withstand the force in a head-on collision which is often the most serious kind of accident in which cars are involved.

Using a harness and tether while rear-facing helps to keep the child's head in a stable position and reduces the stress on their necks. A rear-facing child will also be less prone to head injuries because the impact is cushioned by their seat.

If you have a child younger than one year old in a convertible seat or an all-in-one that can be turned from rear-facing to forward-facing at any time, you should read the instructions given by the manufacturer to determine when it's safe for them to face forward. The manufacturer's guidelines will tell whether or whether a tether is required and what the maximum weight and height is for the particular seat.

Once your child has outgrown the rear-facing limit of a car seat you can allow them to be in a forward-facing car seat using a harness and tether until they reach the maximum weight or height limit set by their car seat's manufacturer. When they've outgrown this, it's time to travel in a booster seat.

Booster seat

There is no age limit or height when children can safely stop using booster seats. The booster seat should be used until a child's vehicle belt is properly fitted. This could occur anytime between 8 and 13 years old.

A booster elevates a child's height so that they are able to sit upright in the car seats newborn. It also aligns the shoulder part of the belt in a way that it is near but not directly over the chest. The lap part of the belt should rest on the thighs, not the stomach. Booster seats come with a belt guide that helps to ensure the belt is correctly placed.

Booster seats can be bought with or without a rearrest. The most common booster seat is the high-back type that offers neck and head support for children. It's a good choice for vehicles with low seat backs and no head rests. Backless boosters are cheaper, but they don't provide neck or head support. Certain all-in-one boosters allow you to switch between harness and boost modes. They are suitable for children weighing up to 65 pounds in harness mode and up to 100 pounds as a booster.

Certain boosters have a lower anchors system (LATCH) that hooks to the vehicle's lower anchors and a tether, in the event that it is available. Others require the seat belt to secure them in place. Review the instruction manual for your vehicle to see if you can use the lower anchors in your car, and also read the booster seat instructions to learn how to use them.

Some parents might be tempted to move their 30-pound 3-year-old child into a booster car seat because the child is getting too tall to fit into a harness seat. It's dangerous to "graduate" the child from to a harness. Children can be injured or even killed if their belt is too loose in the event of a crash.

Back seat

All children should sit in the back of a car for as long as they can with a child safety seat or booster seat that is properly installed. Children who are too big for a rear-facing car seat, or who have exceeded the limits of its weight and height, should switch to a forward-facing child restraint that has a harness until they reach the maximum height allowed for this type of seat.

When your baby is outgrowing an infant car seat in front seat car seat, you can move them to a convertible car seat or all-in-one car seats with the option of rear-facing. These seats can typically be used for a period of up to two years, or until your child reaches the seat's height and weight limit. Install the car safety seat on the middle of your vehicle. It is secured using the lower anchor system and seat belt.

If your child is out of their rear-facing seat, you can put them in a front-facing restraint with a harness. These seats are usually used until your child reaches the height of 57 inches or attains the maximum weight and height requirements for the seat. The instructions of the manufacturer or the tag on the car seat will let you know how tall and heavy it can support.

All children older than 5 years old should be in the booster seat or on a vehicle's lap belt as much as possible. If not you can use a back restraint in the middle of the back seat. Also, they should not sit in front when the airbag is active. Children who sit in the front seats are more likely to be injured during a collision because their bodies are smaller.

You can take your child to an inspection station or a car seat clinic to get help choosing and installing the right child safety seat. They can also determine if your child's seat has been recalled due to safety concerns or flaws. You can then purchase one that is compatible with your vehicle and the child's height. If you're unable to try a seat, check to find out if the seat has a refund policy.