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Why You Should Consider a Forward Facing Infant Car Seat

Children younger than one year old are not allowed to ride in a forward-facing. In the event of a crash weak neck muscles can stretch and cause serious injuries.

Instead switch to FF at the time your child reaches the height or weight maximums of their current seat (or the minimums for the new seat). Please review your car seat instructions.

Safety

In the event of a crash, infant car seat newborn car seats are designed to protect the neck and head of your child. The forward-facing position could assist in preventing your child from hitting their head on the hard back of the car seat, which could cause serious injuries.

All infant seats that face forward have five-point harnesses, which ensure the child's safety by simply pulling the straps. The carrier shell is lined with energy-absorbing EPS to offer better protection from impact. Some come with an umbrella that protects from the sun.

The best car seats for infants infant car seats will include an angle indicator as well as an adjustable angle adjuster that allows you to set the correct angle of your child's head to prevent the car seat from slipping over in the event of a collision. The car seat also comes with an upper tether strap that connects to the top of the car seat and connects onto the tether anchor inside your vehicle. It is important to remember that you may not need to move your child from a forward facing car seat until is at the maximum weight and height as stated in the instruction manual for the seat.

It's the time to switch to a different model when your child weighs 20 pounds and one year. Infants and toddlers younger than one year old have soft, loose neck muscles that can cause whiplash in an accident. They are more prone to suffer serious neck injuries if they travel in a frontal collision (the most common and severe type). When kids under 1 year are riding backwards their head is cushioned by the car seat, and protected from sudden movements that can stress their necks.

When children transition to a forward-facing car seat, they should remain in a convertible or an all-in-one car seat that has a high rear-facing weight and a height limit. The child shouldn't be moved into a booster until they reach the height and age requirements for a high-back or backless booster, which is typically between 4 and 5 years old. These crash videos will show you the differences between the two carseats. But remember, the footage has been slowed down. A child could be injured if they move too quickly.

Comfort

A forward facing infant car seat allows your infant to enjoy a comfortable ride and be secure in the event of a crash. The seat features a soft headrest and body support cushion and an EPS energy-absorbing shell to ensure your child is safe from any impacts. The seat also comes with a five-point harness with easy one-pull tightening and an adjustable front center adjuster to ensure your child is properly positioned. A retractable canopy protects your baby from the sunlight. The seat can be locked to the seat belt of your vehicle to ensure security. It also comes with a clip to lock the buckle in place when the seat is not in use.

If your infant complains of discomfort during a trip or seems to lean forward when they sleep or sleeping, the seat's angle might be too low for them. You can correct this by putting tightly rolled towels underneath the front of the car seat to raise it higher. If this does not work, take your baby to Rockridge Kids and we will check the angle of the car seat.

Keep in mind that children shouldn't face forward until they weigh at minimum 20 pounds and are a year old. Their necks are not strong enough to stand up to the force of a crash should they fall forward on their own. Some experts recommend waiting longer, as the muscles and bones of children are more malleable than those of adults.

Many parents choose to purchase a convertible seat which allows their infants to travel rear-facing until they reach the maximum height or weight limit of the seat. This lets them benefit from the advantages of a rear-facing car seat longer, and makes it more convenient for parents since they can simply move their child from the rear-facing position to the forward-facing one when their child outgrows it.

The Graco 4Ever Convertible Car seat is a 4-in-1 convertible car seat that allows your child to use the seat for 10 years. It can be converted from rear-facing infant (up to 40lbs) to forward-facing harness and high-back seats (30-100 lb) as well as a backless belt-positioning seat (40-120 lbs). It is simple and easy to install using the Smart Fit system that allows you to move the harness and headrest together, with no re-threading.

Convenience

A forward-facing infant car seat is a fantastic option when you're traveling with a young child. This allows you to see your child while driving and the other members of your family can get into the car without disturbing your baby or toddler. The car seat can be used in conjunction with strollers which makes it easier to get your child into and out of the car while you are at the grocery store or running other tasks.

Even if your child has reached the age where they can switch to a car seat that is facing forward it is better to keep them in a rear-facing position for the duration you can. If you view it from the perspective of crash test results, a child's head is more secure in a frontal crash if they are facing backwards. This is because when facing backwards the entire body including the head, neck and torso, is cradled in the car seat's rear.

You'll want to check the instructions of the manufacturer to determine the best time to turn your child's car seat around. They will often have an upper weight and height limit you shouldn't go over and also specific rules for things like crotch buckles. These limits are meant to protect your child's safety as they grow.

Another thing to consider is whether you own a vehicle with an anchor for tethering your car seat. If so, ensure that the tether is correctly connected to the anchor points on your vehicle according to the directions in the manual. Also, you should make sure that the shoulder straps of your harness are at or just above your child's shoulders and not too high or low in order to affect the way they are restrained in the event of a crash.

A good infant car seats choice for parents with several children or are planning to have more children is convertible car seats. This is a convertible car seat that can be used as an infant rear-facing car seat and then converted to a forward facing seat once your child reaches the weight limit or height of the rear-facing position.

Style

The car seat for your baby was a must-have for your child and you've spent much time deciding the right one. But as they get older and start outgrowing their car seat for infants, you may be wondering if it's the right time to change them.

While the idea of facing your child forward is exciting, there are some important safety factors to consider. Children should be rear-facing until they reach their car seat's maximum weight and height limits.

Keep in mind that children vary in size and age. You shouldn't base your decision on a certain date on the calendar or if you believe they have reached their maximum length. It may appear that a child is larger in a rear-facing car seat, however this doesn't mean that it is safe to turn them around. Their spine and bones haven't yet fully developed.

It's recommended that you keep your child facing rearwards until they are at least one year old. some infant car seats have an integrated reminder to keep them there. This is because children younger than one do not have strong enough neck muscles to withstand a frontal impact, which could result in serious spinal injuries.

In addition to being secure, many infant car seats have convenient features that make them easy to use. These include bases that stay connected to the car and snap out and in to allow you to transport your child from car to stroller or back and often with a frame stroller to form part of the travel system.

If you are ready to switch your baby from a rear-facing convertible seat to a forward-facing one, be sure to adhere to all the instructions given by the manufacturer. Also, make sure you check the tightness of the car seat. The car seat should not move more than one inch from side to side or from front to back, when installed correctly. The harness straps should also be at or above the shoulders of your child. If you have any questions or concerns, talk to a certified safety technician in your area or call the manufacturer of your car seat.