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Car Seats by Age

Each car seat is designed for a specific age group. Children should be in their car seat until they are at the manufacturer's weight or height limits. Then, they can use a booster until the belts are properly fitted and they're usually between 10 and 12 years old or 4 feet 9 inches tall.

If you are looking for a new seat, look for features like fabrics that are resistant to staining and removable pieces that can be washed in the machine. Hardware that is easy to clean should also be considered.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats cradle babies and toddlers, securing their delicate necks and spines in the event of a collision. They also offer greater safety, because they disperse the force of an impact over a larger area. This limits the chance of injury to the spinal cord.

Parents are often tempted by the idea of moving their children to a forward-facing seat before they're ready. However the American Academy of Pediatrics advises that you keep them in rear-facing for as long as possible. The manufacturer will tell you when your child is ready to go forward-facing.

Children's head are large in relation to their body and still developing. This makes them vulnerable to injury in a crash. The head of a child is capable of generating up to 25 times their body weight in a collision that is more than enough force to cause a fatal injury. This is the reason why children who sit in a car seat that is facing forward are at the greatest danger of suffering fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their children have stronger necks than their older children, meaning they can handle the transition to a forward-facing car seat earlier. It is important to keep in mind that a child who is in the 95th percentile isn't any more powerful than a child who is 5th percentile, and no amount of push-ups by teens will alter the fact that. In the case of a car crash, a bigger kid's head is likely to hit with more force, which could cause brain and spinal cord injuries.

When your child has outgrown their infant car seat you can change to convertible cars that let children to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or height limit. Children usually attain their maximum height first. This is why it is essential to follow the guidelines of the car seat manufacturer regarding when to switch to forward-facing mode.

When your child reaches the weight limit of their convertible car seat or height limit, you will have to transition them into an adult booster. Most booster seats have a built-in angle indicator that tells you whether the seat is installed and ready to flip into forward-facing mode. It is best to use a booster seat in the back of your vehicle, and only with a lap belt (never a shoulder belt) to ensure the most secure protection for your child in case of crash.

Forward-facing

Many parents are enticed by the idea of change their children's car seats when they grow older because it is more convenient. They must remember, however that rear-facing is an option that is safer for children.

In a crash with an infant car seats that swivel facing forward the neck is at risk. The head could be hit against the seat and cause permanent spine damage. Whiplash can happen even when the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is especially true for younger children like infants.

A child who is facing forward is more likely to strike their head against the dashboard or on the window in the event of the course of a crash. Depending on the kind of crash takes place and how fast the car is moving the head could be placed against the seat. This could result in fractures to the skull or spinal chord.

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

Utilizing a harness and tether when rear-facing helps keep the kid's head stable, which reduces this strain on their necks. A rear-facing child will also be less prone to head injuries because the impact is cushioned by their seat.

If you have a child who is less than one year old and in a convertible car seat or an all-in-one seat that can change from forward-facing to rear-facing ensure that you read the manufacturer's guidelines about when it is safe for your child to look towards the front. The guidelines from the manufacturer will indicate whether or not a tether is needed and what the maximum weight and height requirements are for the particular seat.

When your child is past the rear-facing limit of a car seat, they can travel in a forward-facing seat using a harness and tether until they reach the maximum weight limit or height allowed by their baby car seat seat's manufacturer. 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 are able to safely stop using a booster seat. The booster seat should be used until the child's belt fits properly. This could happen anywhere between 8 and 13 years old.

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

Booster seats can be purchased with or without backrests. The most commonly used booster seat is the high-back, which provides neck and head support for children. It is a great option for vehicles with low seat backs and no head rests. Backless boosters are less expensive however they do not provide head or neck support. Some all-in-one boosters permit you to switch between booster and harness modes, which makes them suitable for children who are in harness mode until about 65 pounds and then as a booster seat up to 100 pounds.

Some boosters come with lower anchors (LATCH) system that hooks onto the vehicle's lower anchors and a tether when one is available. Some boosters require the vehicle's seat belt to hold them in place. You can refer to the owner's manual for your vehicle to determine if are able to use the lower anchors. Also, make sure you read the instructions for the booster seat to understand how to use it.

Some parents may be tempted to let their three-year-old, 30 pound child immediately go to a booster seat since they're getting too tall for a car seat. But hurrying to "graduate" your child from the harness can be dangerous. If the belt is loose children could be seriously injured or even killed in a crash.

Back seat

All children should have a 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 exceeded the weight and height limits should transition to a forward-facing child restraint with a harness until they're too tall for this type of seat.

When your lightweight baby car seat is no longer in an infant car seat they can be transferred to a convertible or an all-in-one car seat that also has a rear-facing position. Most of the time, these seats can be used up to two years or until your child is over the seat's highest weight and height limit. If you own a car with a middle seat install the car safety seat so it can be secured tightly to this spot using the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child is no longer in a rear-facing car seat, they can be placed in a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. In general, these seats can be used up to 57 inches in height or until your child is at the height and weight recommendations of the seat. The instructions from the manufacturer or a sticker on the car seat will tell you the height and weight it can support.

If you can it is recommended that all children over the age of 5 be seated in a booster seat or lap belt. If they can't utilize the middle back seat restraint. In addition you should not place them in the front seat when there's an air bag that is in use. Sitting children in the front seat can increase their chances of being injured during an accident because the impact forces are stronger on their smaller bodies.

It's a good idea to bring your child to a local car seat clinic or inspection station to assistance in deciding on and installing the right child safety seat for them. You 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 try a seat before buying be sure that it comes with a return policy.