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Car Seats by Age

Car seats come in a variety of sizes and shapes, but each one is designed to protect children according to their age. It's recommended that children ride in their seats until they've reached the manufacturer's height or weight limits and then use an extra seat until the vehicle belts fit properly, typically when they attain 4 feet 9 inches tall or the age of 10-12.

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

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats hold babies and toddlers, securing their delicate necks and spines in the event of a collision. They are also safer since they distribute the impact force over an area larger than the surface which reduces spinal cord injuries.

Parents are often enticed by the thought of bringing their children to a forward facing infant car seat-facing seat before they're ready. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics advises that you keep them rear-facing for as long as you can. This means they should be moved to a forward-facing car seat only when they've reached the maximum weight or height of their current seat as stated by the manufacturer.

Children's head are large in relation to their body, and still developing. This makes them more vulnerable in the event of a crash. In fact children's heads can generate up to 25 times the force of their bodyweight in a collision -- more than enough to cause a deadly injury. That's why young children are at the greatest risk of sustaining fatal head injuries when they sit in a car seat that is facing the front.

Many parents believe that their children have bigger necks and can make the transition to a car seat facing forward faster. However, it's important to realize that a 95th percentile baby isn't any stronger than the 5th percentile child, and no amount of teen push-ups will change the fact that. In the event of a crash the head of a bigger child is likely to be hit with greater force. This could result in brain and spinal cord injury.

If your child is no longer in their good infant car seats car seat, you can convert to a convertible seat that lets them stay rear-facing until they reach the maximum height or weight limit. Typically, children reach the height limit first and it's crucial to be attentive to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your car seat on when to change to forward-facing mode.

When your child reaches 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 let you know that the seat is correctly installed and is ready to be flipped to forward-facing mode. Use a booster only at the back of your vehicle and always wear a seat belt (never shoulder belts) to provide the most secure security for your child.

Forward-facing

Parents are often tempted to flip their baby's car seat around as they get older, simply because it's more comfortable. But they should remember, that rear-facing is a safer option for children.

Having a baby face forward in car seats puts their necks in danger in a crash because the head can be thrown back by force against the seat's front and cause permanent damage to the spine. Even if a child's neck muscles are strong enough, it is still possible for them to suffer whiplash. This is especially applicable to children who are smaller such as infants who are less than one year old.

A child who is facing towards the front is more likely to hit his head on the dashboard or even a glass in the event of a crash. Depending on what kind of crash takes place and the speed at which the car is moving, the head could be pushed against the seat. This can cause fractured skulls or a spinal cord.

The current safety standards require that children remain rear-facing until they reach both 20 pounds and one year old age. This is because children younger than one year do not have the neck strength to withstand the forces in a head-on collision which is often the most serious type of accident in which cars are involved.

The harness and tether will aid in keeping the child's head in place which reduces neck strain. 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 time, you should read the instructions provided 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 particular seat.

Once your child has reached the rear-facing limit of a car seat, they can be in a forward-facing car seat that has a harness and tether until they reach the maximum weight limit or height allowed by their car seat's manufacturer. Once they have outgrown this, it's time to travel in a booster seat.

Seat booster

There is no magic age or size at which kids can safely stop using the 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 can increase the height of a child to ensure that they can sit comfortably upright in a car. 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 the stomach. Booster seats come with belt guides that help to ensure that the belt is properly placed.

Booster seats can be purchased with or without a rearrest. The most common booster seat is the high-back, which provides neck and head support for children. This is a great option for vehicles with low backs and no headrests. Backless boosters are more affordable, but they don't provide neck or head support. Certain all-in-one boosters let you switch between harness and boost modes. They are suitable for children up to 65 pounds in harness mode and up to 100 pounds when used as a booster.

Some boosters have lower anchors (LATCH) system that hooks onto the lower anchors of the vehicle and a tether, in the event that one is available. Some boosters require the seat belt to hold them in place. Check your vehicle's manual to determine if you are able to use the lower anchors in your car, and also read the booster seat instructions to learn how to use them.

Some parents may be tempted to let their 3 year old 30 lbs child go straight to a booster seat, as they're becoming too tall for the car seat. But hurrying to "graduate" your child from the harness is dangerous. If the belt is not secure enough, children can be seriously injured or even killed in a crash.

Back seat

All children should use the 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 exceeded its weight and height limits and should be switched to a forward-facing restraint that has a harness until they attain the maximum height for this type of seat.

When your child is no longer able to fit in an infant car seat, they can be moved to a convertible or all-in-one car seat that also has an open rear-facing position. These seats typically last for two years or until the child is at the maximum weight and height of the seat. Install the car safety seat in the middle seat of your vehicle. It is secured using the lower anchor system and seat belt.

If your child has grown out of their rear-facing seats, you can put them in a forward-facing restraint with a harness. The majority of these seats can be used up to 57 inches in height or until your child is at the maximum weight and height recommendations of the seat. The manufacturer's instructions or the tag on the car seat will let you know how tall and heavy it is able to support.

All children over the age of 18 should be seated in a booster seat or a vehicle's lap belt as much as possible. If not you can use a back seat restraint in the middle of the back seat. In addition it is not recommended to sit in the front seat if there is 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 greater on their smaller bodies.

You can take your child to an inspection station or a car seat clinic to receive assistance selecting and installing the best child safety seat. They can also find out whether your car seat has been recalled due to flaws or safety concerns. You can then choose a seat that fits both your rotating infant car seat and the child's height. If you're unable to test a seat prior to purchasing, make sure it has a return policy.