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Car Seats by Age

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

When you are looking for a new car seat, consider features like fabric that is resistant to staining, removable pieces that can be machine washed, and accessories that can be cleaned.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats cradle babies and toddlers, protecting their delicate spines and necks in the event of a crash. They are also safer since they spread the force of impact over a larger area. This reduces the risk of the chance of injury to the spinal cord.

Parents are often tempted to change their children to forward-facing car seats before they're ready. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that they remain rear-facing for as long as possible. This means that they should move to a forward-facing car seat only when they've reached the maximum weight or height limit of their current seat as specified by the manufacturer.

Children's head are large in relation to their bodies and is still developing. This makes them more vulnerable in a crash. In fact, a child's head can generate up to 25 times the force of their body weight in the event of a collision. This is enough to cause a deadly injury. That's why young children are at risk for fatal head trauma when they sit in a front-facing car seat.

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 a 5th percentile kid and no amount of teen push-ups can change the fact that. In the event of a infant car seat for travel accident a bigger kid's head is more likely to be hit with much more force, which can cause spinal cord and brain injuries.

When your child has outgrown their infant car seat rear facing car seat, you can switch to convertible cars that let them to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or the height limit. Typically, children attain their maximum height first and it's crucial to pay close attention to the instructions of the manufacturer of your car seat on when you should switch to forward-facing.

When your child reaches the weight capacity of their convertible car seat or height limit, you will have to transition them to a booster. Most booster seats have an inbuilt angle indicator that will inform you that the seat is installed and ready to flip into 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 ensure the best car seat security for your child.

Forward-facing

Parents are often enticed by the idea of change their baby's car seat around as they get older, as it's more convenient. But they should remember that rear-facing is an option that is safer for children.

The fact that a child is facing forward in a car seat puts their necks at risk in a crash because the head can be thrown by force against the seat in front and cause permanent injury to the spine. Whiplash can happen even in the event that the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is especially relevant for children younger than them like infants.

A child who is facing forward is more likely to land their head on the dashboard or on the window in the event of the course of a crash. Depending on the kind of crash is occurring and the speed at which the car is moving, the head could be hit against the seat. This can result in fractures to the skull or spinal chord.

Current safety standards require kids to remain rear-facing until both they weigh 20 pounds and 1 year old. This is because children younger than one year don't have the neck strength to withstand the forces involved in a head-on collision which is the most serious kind of accident in which automobiles are involved.

The harness and tether will aid in keeping the child's head in place which reduces neck strain. A rear-facing child will also be less prone to head injuries as the impact is cushioned by their seat.

If you have a baby who is less than one year old and in a convertible car seat or an all-in-one seat that can switch from front-facing to rear, make sure to read the instructions of the manufacturer about when it is safe for your child to be facing the front. The guidelines will inform you whether or not you should use a tether as well as the height and weight limits for that particular seat.

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

Seat booster

There is no age or height limit at which children are safe from using booster seats. Kids should use it until the belt is properly fitted and that could happen between the ages of 8 and 13.

A booster elevates a child's height so that they are able to sit upright in the car. The shoulder portion of a belt is placed so that it is close to the chest, but not directly above. The lap part of the belt should be placed across the thighs and not the stomach. Booster seats come with a built-in belt guide to ensure that the belt is correctly positioned.

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

Some boosters come with a lower anchors system (LATCH) which connects to the vehicle's lower anchors and a tether, when available. Some boosters require the seat belt to keep them in place. You can check your vehicle's owner's manual to determine if can use the lower anchors. Also, make sure you read the instructions for the booster seat to know how to use it.

Some parents might be tempted to transfer their 30-pound 3-year-old child into a booster car seat because the child is becoming too tall to fit in a harness seat. But hurrying to "graduate" your child out of the harness is risky. Children could be injured or even killed if their belt is too loose in an accident.

Back seat

Every child should use a child safety seat 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 exceeded its height and weight limits should transition to a forward-facing child safety seat with a harness until they are too tall for this type of seat.

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

When your child outgrows their rear-facing car seat, they can be placed in a child restraint that is front-facing fitted with a harness and tether. Typically, these seats can be used up to 57 inches tall or until your child reaches the maximum weight and height recommendations of the seat. You can determine how tall and heavy the car seat is by studying the manufacturer's instructions, or looking at the tag that is attached to the seat.

If it is possible it is recommended that all children over the age of 5 use a booster seat or lap belt. If not, they should use a back restraint that is located in the middle of the back seat. In addition it is not recommended to sit in the front seat if there's an air bag that is in use. Putting children in the front seat could increase the risk of getting injured in an accident because the impact forces are stronger on their smaller bodies.

You can bring your child to an inspection station or car seat clinic to get help selecting and installing the correct child safety seat. They can also find out if your child's seat has been recalled due to safety issues or defects. Then, you can purchase one that is compatible with your vehicle and your child's size. If you're not able test a seat prior to purchasing be sure that it comes with an exchange policy.