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Car Seats by Age

Car seats come in a variety of shapes and sizes and shapes, but they're all designed to protect children according to their age. Children should use their car seat until they are at the manufacturer's weight or height limits. Then, they can utilize a booster until the belts are properly fitted, usually when they are between 10 and 12 years old or 4 feet 9 inches tall.

When you are looking for a new car seat, take into consideration features like fabric that resists staining, removable pieces that can be machine washed, and equipment that is easy to clean.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats cradle babies and toddlers, securing their delicate spines and necks in the event of a crash. They are also safer since they spread the force of impact over an area larger than the surface which reduces the risk of injuries to the spinal cord.

Parents are often enticed by the idea of shift their children into forward-facing car seats before they're ready, but the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends keeping them rear-facing for as long as it is possible. The manufacturer will tell you when your child is ready to move forward facing infant car seat-facing.

The heads of children are huge in relation to their body, and growing. This makes them more vulnerable in the event of a crash. In reality the head of a child can generate up to 25 times the force of their weight in the event of a collision. This is enough to cause a fatal injury. This is why children are at risk of sustaining fatal head injuries when they sit in a car seat with a front view.

Many parents believe that their children have larger necks and can make the transition to a car seat that faces forward sooner. However, it's important to keep in mind that a 95th percentile baby isn't as strong as 5th percentile kids and no amount of push-ups for teens will change the fact that. In the event of a crash the head of a bigger child will likely be struck with more force. This can result in injuries to the spinal cord and brain.

When your child outgrows their rotating infant car seat car seat, you can switch to a convertible car seat that lets them remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum height or weight limit. In general, children will attain their maximum height first, so it's important to follow the instructions of the manufacturer of your car seat on when to change to forward-facing mode.

When your child reaches the weight or height limit of their convertible car seat, you'll need to put them in a booster seat. Most booster seats have an integrated angle indicator that will inform you that the seat is installed and ready to change to forward-facing mode. Use a booster only in the back of your vehicle and always wear the seat belt (never shoulder belts) to provide the most secure protection for your child.

Forward-facing

Many parents are enticed by the idea of switch their kids' car seats around when they get older because it's more convenient. However, they should remember that rear-facing seats are safer for children.

Having a baby face forward in the car seat puts their necks at risk in a crash, because the head can be thrown against the front seat and could cause permanent damage to the spine. Even if the child's neck muscles are strong enough, it is still possible to suffer whiplash. This is particularly true for smaller kids that aren't yet a year old.

A child who is facing forward is more likely to land their head on the dashboard or window during the course of a crash. Depending on the type of crash and the speed at which the car is traveling the head could be pushed into the seat and could fracture the skull or spinal cord.

The current safety guidelines require children to remain rear-facing until they reach 20 lbs and one year old. The reason is that children who are younger don't have enough neck strength to withstand a head-on collision, which is the most serious kind of car accident.

Utilizing a harness and 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 suffer head injuries because 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 switch 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 will inform you whether or not you should use a tether as well as the weight and height limitations for that particular seat.

Once your child has outgrown the rear-facing car seat limitation, they can be in a forward-facing car seat with tether and harness until they reach the top rated baby car seats weight or height limit set by their car seat's manufacturer. When they've outgrown this, it is time to travel in a booster seat.

Seat booster

There is no set age or height at which children are able to safely stop using the booster seat. Kids should use it until their vehicle belt fits them properly, and that can happen anywhere from age 8 to 13.

A booster raises a child's height so that they are able to sit upright in the car. It also places the shoulder portion of the belt so that it is near but not over the chest. The lap part of the belt should rest on the thighs, not over the stomach. Booster seats come with belt guides that help to ensure that the belt is placed correctly.

Booster seats can be purchased 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 choice for vehicles that have low backs, and no headrests. Backless boosters are less expensive, 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 from to 65 pounds in harness mode, and up to 100 pounds when used as boosters.

Some boosters have an anchor system for lower anchors (LATCH) that hooks to the lower anchors on the vehicle and a tether, in the event that it is available. Some require the car seat belt to hold them in their place. Go through the manual of your car to determine if you're able to use the lower anchors inside your vehicle, and then read the booster seat instructions to learn how to utilize them.

Some parents might be enticed to let their 3 year old, 30 pound child go straight to a booster seat because they're growing too tall for the car seat. But rushing to "graduate" your child from the harness is risky. If the belt is not secure enough, children can be seriously injured or even die in a collision.

Back seat

Every child should use the child safety or booster seat that is properly installed for as long as they are able to. Children who are too tall for a rear-facing car seat or have outgrown its weight and height limits should move to a forward-facing child restraint with a harness until they are too tall for this type of seat.

Once your child has outgrown the infant car seat, you can move them to convertible car seats or an all-in one car seat with a rear-facing option. Usually, these seats can be used for a period of up to two years, or until your child is over the seat's maximum height and weight limit. If you have a car with a middle-seat, install the car safety seat in a way that it is securely secured in this position using the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child is no longer in a rear-facing car seat it is possible to place them into a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. These seats are usually used until the child reaches the height of 57 inches or attains the maximum weight and height guidelines for the seat. The instructions of the manufacturer or a sticker on the car seat will let you know how tall and heavy it can be.

If possible the older children should sit in a booster or lap belt. If not then they should use the middle back seat restraint. In addition you should not place them in the front seat if there's an air bag that is in use. Children who sit in the front seats are more likely to suffer injuries in collisions because their bodies are smaller.

It's a good idea to take your child to a local car seat clinic or inspection station for assistance in choosing and installing the best child safety seat. They can also see if your child's car seat has been removed due to safety concerns or flaws. You can then buy one that is compatible with your car and the child's height. If you're unable to try the seat, see if it has a return policy.