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Car Seats by Age

Car seats are available in a variety sizes and shapes however, they are all designed to safeguard children based on 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 a booster seat until vehicle belts are properly fitted, usually when they attain 4 feet 9 inches tall or the age of 10-12.

If you are looking for a new seat look for features like fabric that resists stains and pieces that are removable that can easily be machine-washed. Hardware that is easy to clean should also be considered.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats hold infants and toddlers protecting their necks and spines from injury in a crash. They also offer greater safety, as they distribute the impact force over a larger 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. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends to keep them rear-facing as long as it is possible. This means they should be moved to a forward-facing seat when they've reached the maximum weight or height limit of their current seat according to the specifications of the manufacturer.

Heads of children are large in relation to their bodies. They are also growing, which makes them particularly vulnerable in a crash. In fact children's heads can generate up to 25 times the force of their weight in the event of a collision. This is more than enough to cause fatal injury. This is why children who are in a car seat that is facing towards the front are at the highest risk of fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their children have bigger necks and are able to make the transition to a car seat facing forward earlier. But it's important to remember that a 95th percentile baby isn't any stronger than 5th percentile kids and no amount of teen push-ups will change this. In the case of a car accident the head of a child with a bigger size will likely be hit with more force. This can result in injuries to the spinal cord and brain.

If your child is outgrowing their infant car seat newborn seat you can change to convertible cars that let children to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or the height limit. In general, children will attain their maximum height first and therefore it is important to follow the instructions of the manufacturer of your car seat on when to switch to forward-facing mode.

When your child reaches the weight capacity of their convertible car seat or height limit, you'll require them to be moved into an adult booster. Most booster seats have a built-in angle indicator that tells you that the seat is installed and is ready to switch into forward-facing mode. Make sure to use a booster in the back of your car and always with the seat belt (never shoulder belts) to ensure the best security for your child.

Forward-facing

Parents are often enticed to turn their child's car seat around as they get older, as it's more convenient. However, they should remember that rear-facing seats are safer for children.

Having a baby face forward in the car seat puts their necks in danger in a crash because the head can be thrown by force against the seat in front and can cause permanent injury to the spine. Even if the child's neck muscles are strong enough, it is still possible to suffer whiplash. This is especially applicable to children who are younger like infants.

A child facing towards the front is more likely to hit his head on the dashboard, or even a glass in a crash. Depending on the nature of the crash and the speed at which the car is moving, the head can be pushed into the seat and could fracture the skull or spinal cord.

The current safety standards mandate that kids remain rear-facing until they attain 20 pounds and one year of age. This is because younger kids do not have the strength of their necks to withstand the force in a head-on collision which is the most serious kind of accident where automobiles are involved.

The harness and tether aid in keeping the child's head steady and reduce neck strain. Additionally, a rear facing infant car seat-facing child is less likely to sustain head injuries since the impact is cushioned by 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 turned from rear-facing to forward-facing at any point, make sure you read the instructions provided by the manufacturer to determine if it's safe to face forward. The guidelines from the manufacturer will indicate whether or the need for a tether exists and what the maximum weight and height are for that particular seat.

When your child reaches the maximum height or weight permitted by the car seat manufacturer, they can travel in a forward-facing car seat with a tether. Once they've outgrown it, the time is now to move on to a booster.

Seat booster

There is no age or height limit that children are able to safely stop using booster seats. The booster seat should be used until the child's belt fits properly. This could occur anytime between 8 and 13 years old.

A booster elevates a child's height so that they can sit upright in the car. The shoulder part of a belt is placed so that it is close to the chest, but not over. The lap part of the belt should rest on the thighs, not the stomach. Booster seats come with a belt guide that helps to ensure that the belt is correctly placed.

Booster seats are available with or without backrests. The most common booster seat is the high-back type that provides neck and head support for children. This is a good choice for vehicles that have low backs, and no headrests. Backless boosters are cheaper but they don't offer head or neck support. Some all-in-one boosters permit users to switch between harness and booster modes, making 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 are equipped with a lower anchors (LATCH) system that connects onto the vehicle's lower anchors, and a tether when one is available. Some boosters require the seat belt to hold them in place. You can refer to your vehicle's owner's manual to determine if you can 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 pound child take a straight booster seat since they're getting too tall for a car seat. However, rushing to "graduate" your child from the harness is dangerous. If the belt is loose children could be severely injured or even die in an accident.

Back seat

Every child should use the child safety seat or booster seat that is properly installed for as long as they are able to. Children who are too large for a rear-facing car seat, or have surpassed 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.

Once your child has outgrown an infant car seat you can switch them to a convertible car seat or all-in-one car seat with a rear-facing option. These seats are usually good 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 of your vehicle. It can be secured with the lower anchor system and seat belt.

When your child outgrows their rear-facing car seat it is possible to place them into a front-facing child restraint equipped with a harness and tether. In general, these seats can be used up to 57 inches or until your child is at the maximum weight and height recommendations of the seat. You can find out how tall and heavy the car seat is by reading the instructions of the manufacturer, or by looking at the tag on the seat.

If you can it is recommended that all children over the age of 5 sit in a booster or lap belt. If they can't, they should use the middle back seat restraint. They should also not sit in front of the car if the airbag is activated. Putting children in the front seats can increase their chances of getting injured in a crash, because the force of impact is greater on their smaller bodies.

It's a good idea to take your child to a local car seat clinic or inspection station for help with choosing and installing the best child safety seat for them. They can also check to see if your child's newborn car seat insert seat has been recalled due to safety concerns or flaws. You can then purchase one that fits both your vehicle and child's height. If you're not able test a seat before purchasing, make sure it has a return policy.