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car seats by age (Ongoing)

Each car seat is specifically designed for a specific age group. It is recommended that children ride in their seat until they meet the manufacturer's weight or height limits and then get a booster seat until their vehicle belts are fitted properly, usually when they reach 4 feet 9 inches tall or age 10 to 12.

When looking for a new seat look for features like fabric that resists stains and pieces that are machine washable. Hardware that is easy to clean should also be considered.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats cradle babies and toddlers, shielding their delicate spines and necks in the event of a collision. They are also safer as they spread the force of impact over a greater area. This reduces the risk of the risk of injuries to the spinal cord.

Parents are often tempted to move their kids into forward-facing car seats before they're ready, but the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends to keep them rear-facing as long as is possible. This means that they should move to a forward-facing seat only after they've reached the maximum weight or height limit of their current car seat, according to the specifications of the manufacturer.

Heads of children are large in relation to their bodies and still developing, making them particularly vulnerable in a crash. A child's head can generate up to 25 times the weight of their body in an accident which is more than enough force to cause fatal injury. This is the reason why children who are in a car seat with their backs forward are at the greatest danger of suffering fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their kiddos have necks that are stronger than older kids, so they'll be able to make the transition to a forward-facing car seat sooner. However, it's important to keep in mind that a child who is in the 95th percentile isn't as strong as 5th percentile kids, and no amount of teen push-ups can change this. In the case of a car accident the head of a child with a bigger size is likely to be hit with more force. This can result in injuries to the spinal cord or brain.

If your child is outgrowing their car seat for infants, you can switch to a convertible car that allows children to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or height limit. In general, children will attain their maximum height first and therefore it is important to pay close attention to the car seat manufacturer's instructions on when to change to forward-facing mode.

When your child reaches the weight capacity of their convertible car seat or height limit, you will have to transition them into a booster. Most booster seats come with an indicator that indicates the angle to notify you when the seat is properly installed and is able for flipping into forward-facing mode. You should only use a booster seat in the back seat of your vehicle, and only with a lap belt (never a shoulder belt) to ensure the most secure protection for your child in the event of a crash.

Forward-facing

Parents are often tempted to flip their baby's car seat as they get older, because it is more convenient. However, they should remember that rear-facing seats are safer for children.

In the event of a crash that involves an infant car seats facing forward the neck is at risk. The head could be placed against the seat and cause permanent spine damage. Whiplash can still occur even when the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is especially the case for children with smaller necks, like infants under a year old.

A child facing the forward is more likely to strike their head against the dashboard or in front of the window in the event of the course of a crash. Depending on the nature of the crash and the speed at which the vehicle is moving, the head can be forced into the seat and break the skull or the spinal cord.

The current safety standards mandate that children remain rear-facing until they reach both 20 pounds and one year of age. The reason for this is that younger children do not have the neck strength to withstand a head-on collision, which is the most dangerous kind of car crash.

The harness and tether help keep the child's head in place which reduces neck strain. A child who is rear-facing will also be less likely to suffer head injuries because the impact is cushioned by their seat.

If you have a child less than one year old and is in a convertible seat or an all-in-one that can be changed from forward-facing to rear-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 will tell you whether or not to use a tether and the weight and height limitations for that seat.

Once your child has reached the maximum height or weight allowed by the car seat manufacturer, they are able to use a forward-facing seat that has a tether. Once they've outgrown it, you can now take them on a trip with a booster.

Booster seat

There is no set age or height at which children can safely stop using the booster seat. Kids should use it until their vehicle belt fits them properly and that could take between the ages of 8 and 13.

A booster raises the height of a child to ensure that they are able to sit upright in cars. It also positions the shoulder portion of the belt so it is near but not directly over the chest. The lap portion of the belt should rest across the thighs and not on the stomach. Booster seats have a built-in belt guide to help ensure the belt is correctly 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. This is a good option for vehicles that have low backs and have no headrests. Backless boosters are less expensive but they do not provide head or neck 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 as boosters.

Some boosters come with a lower anchors system (LATCH) which connects to the lower anchors on the vehicle and a tether, in the event that it is available. Some boosters require the seat belt to hold them in place. You can check your vehicle's owner's manual to find out if you are able to use the lower anchors. Also, you should read the instructions for the booster seat to understand how to use it.

Some parents might be enticed to let their three-year-old 30 pounds child go straight to a booster seat, as they're becoming too tall for the car seat. It's risky to "graduate" a child from to a harness. If the belt is not secure enough children could be seriously injured or even killed in a collision.

Back seat

Every child should use a child safety seat or booster seat correctly installed as long as they can. Children who are too large for a rear-facing car seat or have outgrown the weight and height limits should be moved to a forward-facing child restraint with an appropriate harness until they're tall for this type of seat.

After your baby outgrows an infant car seat, they can be transferred to a convertible, or an all-in-one car seat that also has an open rear-facing position. Usually, these seats can be used for a period of up to two years or until your child outgrows the seat's weight and height limit. If you have a car with a middle seat install the car safety seat so that it is secured in this position using the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child has outgrown their rear-facing car seat, they can be placed into a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. Typically, these seats can be used until 57 inches tall or until your child is at the weight and height recommendations of the seat. You can find out how tall and heavy the car seat is by studying the instructions of the manufacturer, or by examining a tag attached to the seat.

If possible it is recommended that all children over the age of 5 be seated in a booster seat or lap belt. If not then 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 when there's an air bag that is in use. Children who are in the front seat are more likely to be injured during collisions since their bodies are smaller.

You can take your child to an inspection station or car seat clinic to receive assistance selecting and installing the best car seats newborn child safety seat. You can also determine if your car seat has been recalled due to flaws or safety concerns. You can then buy one that fits both your vehicle and the child's height. If you're unable to try a seat before buying be sure that it comes with an exchange policy.