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

When shopping for a new car seat, take into consideration features such as fabric that resists staining, removable pieces that can be machine washed, and equipment that is easy to clean.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seat cradles babies and toddlers to protect their spines and necks from a crash. They are also safer as they spread the force of impact over a larger area. This helps reduce spinal cord injuries.

Parents are often enticed by the idea of move their kids into forward-facing car seats before they're ready, however the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that they remain rear-facing for as long as is possible. This means that they should move to a forward-facing seat only after they've reached the height or weight limit of their current seat as stated by the manufacturer.

The heads of children are huge in relation to their body, and growing. This makes them vulnerable in a crash. A child's head can produce up to 25 times their body weight in an accident, which is more than enough force to cause a fatal injury. This is why children who sit in a car seat that is facing forward are at the greatest risk of fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their children have larger necks and can make the transition to a car seat that faces forward sooner. However, it's important to keep in mind that a baby who is 95th percentile isn't as strong as the 5th percentile child and no amount of teen push-ups will change the fact that. In the case of a car accident a bigger kid's head is likely to be struck with more force, which can cause spinal cord and brain injuries.

When your child has outgrown their best infant car seat car seat, you can change them into a convertible car seat that allows them to stay rear-facing until they reach the maximum weight or height limit. In general, children will be the first to reach their height limit, so it's important to be attentive to the instructions of the manufacturer of your car seat on when to change to forward-facing mode.

If your child has reached the weight capacity of their convertible car seat or maximum height, you will require them to be moved into a booster. The majority of booster seats have an indicator that indicates the angle to inform you when the seat is properly installed and is able to be turned to forward-facing mode. You should only use a booster seat on the back of your vehicle and always 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 change their baby's car seat around as they grow older, because it is more practical. They must remember, however that rear-facing is an option that is safer for children.

In a crash with a baby facing forward the neck could be at risk. The head can be placed against the seat and cause permanent spine damage. Even if a child's neck muscles are strong enough, it is still possible to experience whiplash. This is particularly applicable to children who are younger like infants.

A forward-facing child is also more likely to hit their head against the dashboard or in front of the window in the event of a crash. Depending on the nature of the crash and the speed at which the vehicle is moving the head may be pushed backwards against the seat and break the skull or spinal cord.

The current safety standards require children to remain rear-facing until they reach 20 pounds and 1 year of age. The reason for this is that children younger than one year old do not have the neck strength to withstand a head-on collision which is the most dangerous type of car accident.

The harness and tether will aid in keeping the child's head steady and reduce neck strain. A child who is rear-facing will also be less likely to sustain head injuries as the impact will be cushioned by their seat.

If you have a child younger than one year old and is in a convertible seat or an all-in-one which 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 to face forward. The guidelines of the manufacturer will inform you whether or the need for a tether exists and what the maximum weight and height are for the particular seat.

Once your child has reached the rear-facing car seat limitation, they can travel in a forward-facing car seat with tether and harness until they reach the top height or weight limit allowed by the car seat's manufacturer. Once they've outgrown it, it's time to travel with a booster.

Booster seat

There is no magic age or size at which kids can safely stop using the booster seat. Kids should use one until their vehicle belt fits them properly, and that can happen anywhere from age 8 to 13.

A booster can increase the height of a child to ensure that they can sit comfortably upright in cars. It also places the shoulder part of the belt in a way that it is close to but not over the chest. The lap portion of the belt should lie across the thighs and not the stomach. Booster seats are equipped with a belt guide to help ensure the belt is correctly positioned.

Booster seats can be purchased with or without a rearrest. The most popular booster seat is the high-back type, which provides neck and head support for children. This is a good choice for vehicles that have low backs and no headrests. Backless boosters may be cheaper, but 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 weighing up to 65 pounds in harness mode, and up to 100 pounds as a booster.

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

Some parents might be enticed to let their 3 year old 30 lbs child go straight to a booster seat because they're growing 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 die in an accident.

Back seat

All children should ride in the back seat of a car as long as is possible using a child safety seat or booster seat that is properly installed. Children who are too big for a rear-facing car seat or have outgrown its weight and height limits should move to a forward-facing child restraint with a harness until they're too tall for this type of seat.

When your baby is outgrowing an infant car seat travel car seat, you can switch them to a convertible car seat or all-in-one car seats with a rear-facing option. These seats are generally good for two years, or until the child reaches the maximum height and weight of the seat. Install the car safety seat in the middle seat of your vehicle. It can be securely fastened with the lower anchor system and seat belt.

If your child has outgrown their rear-facing car seat, they can be placed into a front-facing child restraint equipped with a harness and tether. These seats are typically used until the child reaches 57 inches in height or reaches the maximum weight and height guidelines for the seat. You can determine the height and weight of the car seat is by reading the instructions of the manufacturer, or looking at the tag that is attached to the seat.

All children older than 5 years old should be seated in a booster seat or lap belt for a vehicle, if possible. If not then they should use a back seat restraint that is located in the middle of the back seat. Additionally it is not recommended to sit in the front seat if there's an active air bag. Children who sit in the front seat 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 to help with choosing and installing the best car seat child safety seat for them. They can also find out if your car seat has been recalled due to defects or safety issues. You can then choose a seat that fits both your vehicle and the child's height. If you're unable to test a seat before purchasing ensure that it comes with an exchange policy.