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Car Seats by Age

Each car seat is designed to fit a certain age group. It is recommended that children sit in their seats until they meet the manufacturer's height or weight limits, and then use a booster seat until vehicle belts fit properly, typically when they attain 4 feet 9 inches in height or age 10 to 12.

When looking for a new seat look for features such as fabric that resists stains and pieces that are removable that can be washed in the machine. Hardware that is easy to clean should also be considered.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats hold babies and toddlers, shielding their delicate spines and necks in the event of a collision. They're also safer because they distribute the force of impact over an area larger than the surface, which limits the risk of injuries to the spinal cord.

Parents are often enticed by the idea of moving their children forward facing before they're ready. However the American Academy of Pediatrics advises to keep them rear-facing for as long as possible. That means moving them to a forward-facing seat when they've reached the height or weight limit of their current seat, as stated by the manufacturer.

The heads of children are huge in relation to their body and still developing. This makes them vulnerable to injury in a crash. The head of a child is capable of generating 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 of the ages of 5 and under are at risk of sustaining fatal head injuries when they are in a car seat that is facing the front.

Many parents believe that their children have stronger necks and are able to make the transition to a car seat facing forward faster. It's important to keep it in mind that a child who is in the 95th percentile of their age isn't any more powerful than a child who is 5th percentile, and that no amount of push-ups performed by teens can change the fact that. In the event of a crash the head of a bigger child is likely to be hit with more force. This could result in brain and spinal cord injury.

If your child is outgrowing their infant car seat, you can convert them to a convertible car that allows children to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or height limit. Children typically reach their height limit first. This is why it is important to follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the car seat regarding when to switch to forward-facing mode.

When your child reaches the weight capacity of their convertible car seat or height limit, you'll require them to be moved to a booster. Most booster seats have an integrated angle indicator that tells you that the seat is installed and ready to change to forward-facing mode. You should only use a booster seat in the back seat of your vehicle and always with a lap belt (never a shoulder belt) to ensure the strongest protection for your child in case of crash.

Forward-facing

Parents are often enticed to turn their child's best car seat seat around as they get older, because it is more comfortable. However, they must remember that rear-facing seats are an option that is safer for children.

Having a baby face forward in a car seat puts their necks in danger in a crash, because the head could be thrown against the front seat and could cause permanent injury to the spine. Even if the child's neck muscles are strong enough, it's still possible to experience whiplash. This is especially relevant for children younger than them, such as infants.

A child facing the forward is more likely to strike their head against the dashboard or window in the event of an accident. Depending on the type of crash and the speed at which the vehicle is traveling the head may be pulled back against the seat and break the skull or spinal cord.

The current safety standards require that children remain rear-facing until they are 20 pounds and one year old age. The reason for this is that younger children do not have enough neck strength to withstand a head-on crash, which is the most serious kind of car crash.

The harness and tether will aid in keeping the child's head in place, reducing neck strain. Furthermore the rear-facing child is less prone to head injuries because the impact is cushioned with the body of the seat.

When you have a child less than a year old in a convertible car seat or all-in-one seat that can be changed from front-facing to rear ensure that you read the manufacturer's guidelines about when it is safe for your child to look towards the front. The guidelines from the manufacturer will indicate whether or not a tether is needed and what the maximum weight and height is for that particular seat.

When your child reaches the maximum height or weight allowed by the car seat manufacturer, they are able to travel with a forward-facing seat that has a tether. Once they've outgrown it it's time to travel with a booster.

Seat booster

There is no set age or height when kids can safely stop using the booster seat. Kids should use it until the vehicle belt fits them correctly and that could take anytime between age 8 and 13.

A booster increases the height of a child to ensure that they are able to sit upright in a car. It also places the shoulder portion of the belt so it is near, but not over, the chest. The lap part of the belt should lie on the thighs, not on the stomach. Booster seats include a belt guide to ensure the belt is properly placed.

Booster seats can be bought with or without a rearrest. The most commonly used booster seat is the high-back type that provides neck and head support for children. This is a good option for vehicles that have low backs and no headrests. Backless boosters are less expensive but they don't offer neck or head support. Certain all-in-one boosters let you switch between boost and harness 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) which connects to the lower anchors on the vehicle and a tether in the event that it is available. Some boosters require the seat belt to hold them in place. Check the owner's manual of your vehicle to determine if can use the lower anchors. Also, make sure you read the instructions for the booster seat to learn how to use it.

Some parents may be enticed to move their 30-pound, 3-year-old child to a booster car seat because the child is growing too tall to fit into the harness seat. But hurrying to "graduate" your child out of the harness is risky. Children can be injured or even killed if their belt is too loose in the event of a crash.

Back seat

All children should use the child safety seat or booster seat correctly installed as long as they can. Children who are too large for a rear-facing car seat, or have exceeded its height and weight limits should be moved to a forward-facing child safety seat with a harness until they are too tall for this type of seat.

After your baby car seat outgrows the infant car seat in front seat car seat, they can be moved to a convertible or an all-in-one car seat that has an open rear-facing position. Most of the time, these seats can be used for a period of up to 2 years or until your child reaches the seat's highest weight and height limit. If you own a best car seats with a middle seat, install the car safety seat so it is securely secured in this location with the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child has outgrown their rear-facing car seat, they can be placed in a child restraint that is front-facing equipped with a harness and tether. These seats are typically used until the child reaches 57 inches in height or attains the maximum weight and height recommendations for the seat. You can find out how tall and heavy a car seat is by studying the directions of the manufacturer or by looking at a tag attached to the seat.

All children older than 5 years old should be seated in a booster seat or a lap belt for a vehicle at the very least. If they aren't able to then they should use the middle back seat restraint. Additionally you should not place them in the front seat when there's an active air bag. Sitting children in the front seat could increase their chances of being injured during a crash, because the impact forces are stronger on their smaller bodies.

You can bring your child to an inspection station or car seat clinic to receive assistance choosing and installing the right child safety seat. They can also check to find out 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 your child's size. If you are unable to test the seat, see if it has a return policy.