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Car Seats by Age

Each car seat is designed to fit a certain age group. It is recommended that children sit in their car seat until they meet the manufacturer's weight or height limits and then use an extra seat until the vehicle belts are properly fitted, usually when they attain 4 feet 9 inches tall or age 10 to 12.

When you are searching for a new seat consider features such as fabric that is resistant to stains and pieces that can easily be machine-washed. Hardware that is easy to clean should be considered.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats hold infants and toddlers, securing their spines and necks from a crash. They are also safer as they spread the force of impact across a wider area. This limits spinal cord injuries.

Parents are often enticed by the thought of moving their children forward-facing before they're ready. However the American Academy of Pediatrics advises to keep them rear-facing for as long as you can. The manufacturer will let you know when your child is ready to move forward.

The heads of children are huge relative to their bodies. They are also growing, which makes them especially vulnerable in a crash. In fact the head of a child can generate up to 25 times the force of their weight in an accident -- more than enough to cause a deadly injury. This is why children of the ages of 5 and under are at the highest risk for fatal head trauma when they sit in a car seat that is facing the front.

Many parents believe that their children have stronger necks than older kids, so they can handle the transition to an forward-facing car seat faster. But it's important to remember that a 95th percentile baby seat isn't as strong as a 5th percentile kid and no amount of teen push-ups can alter this. In the case of a car crash, a bigger kid's head is likely to hit with greater force, which could cause brain and spinal cord injuries.

If your child is outgrowing their infant car seat, you can switch to convertible cars that let children to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or the height limit. Children typically reach their height limit first. Therefore, it is important to follow the instructions from the manufacturer of your car seat on when to switch them to forward-facing mode.

If your child has reached the weight capacity of their convertible car seat or height limit, you'll have to transition them into an adult booster. Most booster seats come with an indicator for angles to notify you when the seat is properly installed and is ready to be turned to forward-facing mode. Use a booster only in the rear of your vehicle and always wear the seat belt (never shoulder belts) to provide the most secure security for your child.

Forward-facing

Many parents are enticed to switch their kids' car seat newborn seats around when they grow older, because it seems more convenient. But they must remember that rear-facing is safer for children.

The fact that a child is facing forward in car seats puts their necks in danger in the event of a crash, as the head can be thrown by force against the front seat and could cause permanent injury to the spine. Even if the child's neck muscles are strong enough, it's still possible to suffer whiplash. This is especially relevant for children younger than them, such as infants.

A child facing the forward is more likely to land their head against the dashboard or in front of the window during an accident. Depending on the type of crash and the speed at which the car is moving, the head can be pulled backwards against the seat and break the skull or the spinal cord.

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

The use of a harness or tether while rear-facing helps to keep the child's head in a stable position and reduces stress on their necks. 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 top rated baby car seats less than a year old in a convertible car seat or all-in-one seat that can switch from front-facing to rear be sure to follow the instructions of the manufacturer about when it is safe for your child to look towards the front. The guidelines will explain whether or not you should use a tether as well as the height and weight limits for that particular seat.

When your child is past the rear-facing car seat limit you can allow them to travel 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.

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 a child's vehicle belt is properly fitted. This can occur anywhere between 8 and 13 years old.

A booster helps a child increase their height so that they are able to sit upright in the car. It also positions the shoulder part of the belt so it is near but not over the chest. The lap part of the belt should rest on the thighs, not over the stomach. Booster seats include belt guides that help to ensure that the belt is properly placed.

Booster seats are available with or without a rearrest. The most common type is a high-back booster, 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 less expensive however they don't offer head or neck support. Some all-in-one boosters permit you to switch between harness and booster modes, which makes them suitable for kids in harness mode up to about 65 pounds and then as a booster seat up to 100 pounds.

Certain boosters have a lower anchors system (LATCH) that hooks to the lower anchors on the vehicle and a tether when available. Others require the vehicle seat belt to hold them in their place. Check your vehicle's manual to see if you can use the lower anchors inside your car, and also read the instructions for booster seats to learn how to use them.

Some parents might be enticed to let their three-year-old, 30 pound child take a straight booster seat, as they're becoming too tall for the car seats by age seat. It's dangerous to "graduate" children from to a harness. If the belt is not secure enough children could be severely injured or even die in a collision.

Back seat

All children should be in the back seat of a vehicle for as long as possible with a child safety seat or booster seat that's been properly installed. Children who are too tall for a rear-facing car seat or have surpassed its height and weight limits should be moved to a forward-facing child restraint with a harness until they are too tall for this type of seat.

Once your child has outgrown the best infant carrier car seat car seat, you can transfer them to convertible car seats or an all-in-one car seats with the option of rear-facing. These seats typically last for two years, or until the child is at the maximum height and weight of the seat. If you have a car with a middle seat, install the car safety seat so that it can be secured tightly in this location with the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child has outgrown their rear-facing car seat it is possible to place them in a front-facing child restraint equipped with a harness and tether. Typically, these seats can be used up to 57 inches tall or until your child reaches the weight and height recommendations of the seat. You can find out how tall and heavy a car seat is by reading the directions of the manufacturer or by examining the tag on the seat.

If possible the older children should be seated in a booster seat or lap belt. If they can't, they should use the middle back seat restraint. In addition it is not recommended to sit in the front seat if there is an active air bag. Children who are in the front seat are more likely to be injured during collisions since their bodies are smaller.

You can bring your child to an inspection station or a car seat clinic to receive assistance choosing and installing the right child safety seat. You can also see if your child's car seat has been recalled due to safety concerns or other flaws. Then, you can buy one that's compatible with your car and your child's size. If you're unable to try a seat, check to find out if the seat has a return policy.