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Car Seats by Age

Car seats are available in a variety shapes and sizes, but each one is designed to safeguard children according to their age. It's recommended that children ride in their car seat until they meet the manufacturer's weight or height limits and then get an extra seat until the vehicle belts are properly fitted, usually when they reach 4 feet 9 inches tall or the age of 10-12.

When you are looking for a new car seat, think about features like fabric that is resistant to stains, removable pieces that can be machine washed and equipment that is easy to clean.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats hold infants and toddlers protecting their necks and spines from a crash. They are also safer, since they spread the force of impact over a greater area. This reduces the risk of the chance of injury to the spinal cord.

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

Heads of children are large in relation to their bodies and still developing, which makes them particularly vulnerable in a crash. A child's head is capable of generating up to 25 times their body weight in an accident that is more than enough force to cause fatal injury. This is the reason why children who sit in a car seat facing forward are at the greatest risk of fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their children have larger necks and can make the transition to a car seat that faces forward earlier. However, it's important to keep in mind that a baby who is 95th percentile isn't any stronger than the 5th percentile child, and no amount of teen push-ups can change this. In the event of a car crash, a bigger kid's head is likely to hit with much more force, which can cause brain and spinal cord injuries.

If your child is no longer in their infant car seats on sale car seat, you can switch them into a convertible car seat that lets them stay rear-facing until they reach their maximum height or weight limit. Generally, children will reach the height limit first, so it's important to pay close attention to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your car seat on when you should switch to forward-facing.

When your child is at the weight capacity of their convertible car seat or maximum height, you will require them to be moved into a booster. Most booster seats come with an angle indicator to let you know when the seat is properly installed and is able to be flipped to forward-facing mode. Make sure to use a booster in the back of your car and always wear a seat belt (never shoulder belts) to provide the most secure security for your child.

Forward-facing

Many parents are enticed by the idea of switch their kids' car seats around as they grow older, because it is more practical. They must remember, however that rear-facing seats are an option that is safer for children.

In the event of a crash that involves an infant facing toward the rear the neck is at risk. The head could be thrown against the front seat and cause permanent spinal damage. Even if the child's neck muscles are strong enough, it is still possible to experience whiplash. This is particularly relevant for children younger than them, such as infants.

A child facing the forward is more likely to hit their head on the dashboard or window in the event of the course of a crash. Depending on the type of crash and the speed at which the car is moving the head may be forced into the seat and could fracture the skull or the spinal cord.

The current safety standards require that children remain rear-facing until they reach both 20 pounds and one year of age. This is because younger kids do not have the strength of their necks to withstand the forces in a head-on collision, which is the most severe type of accident in which automobiles are involved.

The harness and tether will aid in keeping the child's head steady, reducing neck strain. A child who is rear-facing will also be less likely to suffer head injuries because the impact will be cushioned by their seat.

If you have a baby under a year in a convertible car seat or all-in-one seat that can change from forward-facing to rear facing infant car seat-facing be sure to follow the manufacturer's guidelines about when it is safe for your child to look towards the front. The guidelines will tell you whether or not to use a tether, as well as the weight and height limits for that seat.

Once your child has reached the maximum height or weight permitted by the car seat manufacturer, they can travel with a forward-facing seat with tether. Once they've surpassed this, it is time to travel in the booster seat.

Seat booster

There is no age limit or height at which children are safe from using booster seats. Kids should use one until their vehicle belt fits them properly and that could happen anytime between age 8 and 13.

A booster raises a child's height so that they can sit upright in the car. It also places the shoulder portion of the belt so that it is close to but not over the chest. The lap part of the belt should lie across the thighs and not on the stomach. Booster seats are equipped with a belt guide to help ensure the belt is properly positioned.

Booster seats can be bought with or without a rearrest. The most popular booster seat is the high-back, which provides neck and head support for children. It's a good choice for vehicles with low seat backs and no head rests. Backless boosters are more affordable however they do not provide neck or head support. Some all-in-one boosters allow users to switch between booster and harness modes, making them suitable for children in harness mode until about 65 pounds and then as a booster seat for 100 pounds.

Some boosters come with a lower anchors system (LATCH) that connects to the vehicle's lower anchors and a tether, when available. Some require the car seat belt to secure them in position. You can check the owner's manual for your vehicle to determine if are able to use the lower anchors. Also, 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 due to the fact that the child is becoming too tall to fit into a harness seat. It's risky to "graduate" a child from the harness. Children can be injured or even killed if their belt is loose during a crash.

Back seat

All children should have a child safety or booster seat correctly installed for as long as they're able. Children who are too big for a rear facing car seat, or have exceeded its weight and height limits, should switch to a forward-facing child restraint with harness until they reach the maximum height for this type of seat.

Once your child has outgrown an infant car seat travel car seat you can move them to convertible car seats or an all-in-one car seats with the option of rear-facing. These seats can typically be used up to two years or until your child outgrows the seat's weight and height limit. Install the car safety seat in the middle seat of your vehicle. It is secured using the lower anchor system and seat belt.

If your child has grown out of their rear-facing seat, you can place them in a forward-facing restraint that has a harness. These seats are generally used until the child reaches the height of 57 inches or exceeds the maximum weight and height recommendations for the seat. The instructions of the manufacturer or the tag on the car seat will tell you how tall and heavy it can support.

If possible the older children should sit in a booster or lap belt. If not then they should use a back seat restraint located in the middle of the back seat. In addition you should not place them in the front seat if there's an air bag that is in use. Placing children in the front seat could increase the risk of injury in an accident because the impact forces are greater on their smaller bodies.

You can take your child to an inspection station or car seat clinic to get help selecting and installing the correct child safety seat. You can also find out if your child's seat has been recalled due to safety issues or defects. You can then choose a seat that fits both your vehicle and the child's height. If you're unable to try a seat, check to whether it has a policy for refunds.