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Car Seats by Age

Each car seat is designed to fit a certain age group. It is recommended that children ride in their seat until they've reached 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 tall or age 10 to 12.

When you are looking for a new car seat, consider features such as fabric that is resistant to staining, pieces that are removable and can be machine washed, and hardware that wipes clean.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats cradle infants and toddlers protecting their spines and necks from injury in a crash. They're also safer as 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 thought of bringing their children forward-facing before they're ready. However the American Academy of Pediatrics advises that you keep them in rear-facing for as long as possible. This means they should be moved to a forward-facing car seat only when they've reached the maximum weight or height limit of their current seat according to the specifications of the manufacturer.

The heads of children are huge in relation to their body and growing. This makes them vulnerable in a crash. The head of a child can produce up to 25 times the weight of their body in the event of a collision that is more than enough force to cause fatal injury. This is why children of the ages of 5 and under are at the highest chance of suffering fatal head injuries when they ride in a car seat that is facing the front.

Many parents believe that their children have bigger necks and are able to make the transition to a car seat facing forward earlier. It is important to keep in mind that a child who is in the 95th percentile is not stronger than a child who's 5th percentile and that no amount of push-ups performed by teens will alter this. In the case of a car accident the head of a child with a bigger size will likely be struck with more force. This can lead to brain and spinal cord injury.

If your child is no longer in their infant car seat, you can convert them into a convertible car seat that lets them remain rear-facing until they reach the maximum weight or height limit. In general, children will reach the height limit first and therefore it is important to be attentive to the instructions of the manufacturer of your car seat on when you should switch to forward-facing.

If your child has reached their convertible car seat's weight or maximum height, you will need to move them into the booster. The majority of booster seats come with an integrated angle indicator that will inform you when the seat is properly installed and ready to flip to forward-facing mode. Make sure to use a booster in the back of your vehicle and always wear a seat belt (never shoulder belts) to provide the most secure protection for your child.

Forward-facing

Many parents are tempted to turn their babies' car seats around when they grow older, because it's more convenient. They must remember, however that rear-facing is the best infant seat option for children.

In the event of a crash that involves an infant car seats uk facing toward the rear, the neck is at risk. The head can be thrown against the front seat and cause permanent spinal damage. Even if a child's neck muscles are strong enough, it's still possible to suffer whiplash. This is especially true for smaller kids that aren't yet a year old.

A child who is facing forward is more likely to hit their head on the dashboard or window in the event of a crash. Depending on the kind of crash is occurring and how fast the car is moving the head could be pushed against the seat. This could result in fractured skulls or a spinal chord.

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

The use of a harness or tether while rear-facing helps to ensure that the child's head is stable and reduces the stress on their necks. Additionally that a child who is rear-facing is less prone to head injuries due to the fact that the impact is cushioned with the body of the seat.

If you have a child younger than one year old and is in a convertible seat or an all in one that can be changed from rear-facing to forward-facing at any point, make sure you read the instructions given by the manufacturer to determine if it's safe for them to face forward. The guidelines from the manufacturer will indicate whether or the need for a tether exists and what the maximum weight and height are for the particular seat.

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

Booster seat

There is no set age or size at which kids can safely stop using a booster seat. The booster seat is to be used until the child's vehicle belt fits properly. This can occur anywhere between 8 and 13 years old.

A booster raises the height of a child, so that they can sit upright in cars. The shoulder portion of a belt is also set so that it sits close to the chest, but not directly above. The lap portion of the belt should lie across the thighs and not the stomach. Booster seats include a belt guide that helps to ensure that the belt is properly placed.

Booster seats can be purchased with or without a backrest. The most common type is a high-back booster, which provides head and neck support for children. This is a good option for vehicles that have low backs and no headrests. Backless boosters are less expensive however they do not provide neck or head support. Certain all-in-one boosters allow you to switch between boost and harness modes. They are suitable for children from to 65 pounds in harness mode, and up to 100 pounds when used as a booster.

Some boosters come with 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. Certain boosters require a seat belt to keep them in place. Review the instruction manual for your vehicle to see if you can use the lower anchors inside your car, and also read the booster seat instructions to learn how to utilize them.

Some parents might be enticed to let their 3-year old 30 lbs child immediately go to a booster seat since they're getting too tall for a car seat. It's risky to "graduate" the child from to a harness. If the belt is loose children could be seriously injured or even die in a crash.

Back seat

All children should ride in the back seat of a car as long as they can using a child safety seat or booster seat that's been properly installed. Children who are too big for a rear facing car seat, or who have exceeded the weight and height limits, should switch to a forward-facing restraint with harness until they reach the maximum height for this type of seat.

When your baby seat is outgrowing an infant carrier seat car seat, you can move them to a convertible car seat or all-in-one car seat with the option of rear-facing. Most of the time, these seats can be used for up to two years, or until your child is over the seat's highest weight and height limit. If you have a vehicle with a middle seat, install the car safety seat so that it is secured in this location with the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child is out of their rear-facing seat you can place them in a forward-facing restraint with a harness. In general, these seats can be used up to 57 inches or until your child is at the maximum weight and height recommendations of the seat. You can determine how tall and heavy the car seat is by reading the directions of the manufacturer or by examining the tag that is attached to the seat.

If it is possible, all older children should be seated in a booster seat or lap belt. If they aren't able to, they should use the middle back seat restraint. It is also recommended to not sit in front when the airbag is active. Children who sit in the front seats are more likely to be injured 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 help with choosing and installing the best car seat child safety seat. You can also determine if your car seat has been recalled due to flaws or safety concerns. You can then choose a seat that fits both your car and the child's height. If you're unable to try a seat before buying ensure that it comes with an exchange policy.