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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 protect children according to their age. It's recommended that children ride in their seat until they've reached the manufacturer's weight or height limits and then get an extra seat until the vehicle belts are fitted properly, usually when they attain 4 feet 9 inches tall or the age of 10-12.

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Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats cradle infants and toddlers, securing their necks and spines from a crash. They are also safer, because they disperse the force of an impact over a greater area. This reduces the risk of spinal cord injuries.

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

Heads of children are large in relation to their bodies. They are also developing, making them more vulnerable to crash. In fact, a child's head can generate up to 25 times the force of their bodyweight in an accident -- enough to cause a fatal injury. This is the reason why children who ride in a car seat that is facing towards the front are at the highest chance of suffering fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their children have stronger necks and can make the transition to a car seat facing forward sooner. It's important to keep in mind that a baby who is 95th percentile is not stronger than a child who is 5th percentile and that no amount of push-ups performed by teens will change this. In the case of a car accident the head of a child with a bigger size will likely be hit with greater force. This can result in injuries to the spinal cord or brain.

When your child has outgrown their car seat for newborn seat for infants, you can switch to a convertible car that allows children to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or the height limit. Children typically reach their height limit first. So, it's crucial to follow the directions of the car seat manufacturer regarding when to switch to forward-facing mode.

When your child reaches their convertible car seat's weight or maximum height, you will have to transition them into a booster. Most booster seats come with an indicator for angles to inform you when the seat has been correctly installed and is ready to be flipped to forward-facing mode. Make sure to use a booster in the rear of your vehicle and always wear a seat belt (never shoulder belts) to provide the best car seats for newborns protection for your child.

Forward-facing

Many parents are enticed by the idea of change their children's car seats around when they grow older, because it's more convenient. They must remember, however, that rear-facing is a safer option for children.

In a crash with the baby facing toward the rear, the neck could be at risk. The head could be placed against the seat with force, causing permanent spinal damage. Whiplash is still a possibility even when the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is particularly true for smaller kids, like infants under one year old.

A child facing towards the front is more likely to hit his head on the dashboard, or even a glass in the event of a crash. Based on the kind of crash is occurring and how fast the car is moving, the head could be pushed against the seat. This can cause a fractured skull or spinal cord.

The current safety standards require children to remain rear-facing until they weigh 20 pounds and one year old. This is due to the fact that younger children do not have the neck strength to withstand the force in a head-on collision which tends to be the most serious kind of accident in which automobiles are involved.

The use of a harness or tether when facing rear helps keep the kid's head stable and reduces strain on their necks. In addition that a child who is rear-facing is less likely to sustain head injuries since the impact is cushioned by body of the seat.

If you have a child who is less than one year old and in a convertible car seat or all-in-one seat that can be changed from front-facing to rear, make sure to read the manufacturer's guidelines about when it is safe for your child to look towards the front. The guidelines will explain whether or not to use a tether, as well as the weight and height limitations for the seat.

When your child is past the rear-facing car seat limit, they can be in a forward-facing car seat with tether and harness until they reach the maximum height or weight limit allowed by the car seat's manufacturer. Once they've outgrown it it's time to travel with a booster.

Booster seat

There is no magic age or height at which children are able to safely stop using the booster seat. Children should use a booster seat until the belt fits them correctly and that could happen between the ages of 8 and 13.

A booster raises the height of a child, so that they are able to sit upright in cars. The shoulder part of a belt must be placed so that it is close to the chest, but not directly above. The lap portion of the belt must rest across the thighs, not the stomach. Booster seats are equipped with a belt guide to ensure that the belt is positioned correctly.

Booster seats can be purchased with or without a rearrest. The most popular booster seat is the high-back, which provides neck and head support for children. This is a great option for vehicles with low backs and have no headrests. Backless boosters are cheaper, but they don't provide neck or head support. Some all-in one boosters let you switch between harness and boost modes. They are suitable for children up to 65 pounds in harness mode, and up to 100 pounds when used as a booster.

Some boosters are equipped with lower anchors (LATCH) system that hooks onto the vehicle's lower anchors, and a tether when one is available. Some boosters require the vehicle's seat belt to hold them in place. Check your vehicle's manual to determine if you are able to use the lower anchors inside your vehicle, and then read the booster seat instructions to learn how to utilize them.

Some parents may be tempted to let their three-year-old 30 lbs child immediately go to a booster seat, as they're becoming too tall for the harness car seat. It's dangerous to "graduate" the child from a harness. Children could be injured or even killed if their belt is loose during a crash.

Back seat

All children should have a child safety seat or booster seat correctly installed for as long as they are able to. Children who are too large for a rear-facing car seat, or have surpassed its weight and height limits should transition to a forward-facing child safety seat with a harness until they're too tall for this type of seat.

When your baby car seat is no longer in the infant car seat, they can be transferred to a convertible or an all-in-one car seat that also has a rear-facing seat. Most of the time, these seats can be used for up to two years or until your child outgrows the seat's height and weight limit. If you own a car with a middle seat, install the car safety seat in a way that it is securely secured in this location with the lower anchor system or seat belt.

When your child outgrows their rear-facing car seat and is tall enough, they can be put into a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. These seats are generally used until your child reaches 57 inches in height or attains the maximum weight and height recommendations for the seat. You can find out the height and weight of the car seat is by studying the directions of the manufacturer or looking at the tag that is attached to the seat.

All older children should be in the booster seat or on a lap belt for a vehicle at the very least. If they can't, they should use the middle back seat restraint. In addition, they should not sit in the front seat if there's an active air bag. Children who sit in the front seat are more likely to suffer injuries in collisions because their bodies are smaller.

It is a good idea to bring your child to a local car seat clinic or inspection station to help with choosing and installing the right child safety seat for them. They can also see if your child's car seat has been removed due to safety issues or defects. You can then choose a seat that fits both your vehicle and child's height. If you're not able to test a seat before purchasing be sure that it comes with an exchange policy.