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Car Seats by Age

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

When looking for a brand new car seat, consider features like fabric that resists staining, pieces that are removable and can be machine washed and equipment that is easy to clean.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats hold infants and toddlers, securing their spines and necks from injuries in a crash. They also offer greater safety, since they distribute the impact force across a wider area. This helps reduce the risk of injuries to the spinal cord.

Parents are often tempted by the thought of bringing their children to a forward-facing seat before they're ready. However the American Academy of Pediatrics advises to keep them rear-facing 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 and still developing, making them particularly vulnerable in a crash. The head of a child can produce up to 25 times their body weight in a collision which is more than enough force to cause fatal injury. This is why children who sit in a car seat with their backs to the side are at a higher danger of suffering fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their kiddos have necks that are stronger than older kids, so they'll be able to transition to a forward-facing car seat earlier. However, it's important to realize that a 95th percentile top rated baby car seats isn't as strong as a 5th percentile kid, and no amount of teen push-ups can change the fact that. In the event of a car crash the head of a bigger child is likely to be hit with greater force. This can lead to injuries to the spinal cord and brain.

When your child has outgrown their infant car seat that swivels car seat, you can convert to a convertible seat that lets them stay rear-facing until they reach the maximum height or weight limit. Children usually reach their maximum height first. So, it's crucial to follow the directions from the manufacturer of your car seat on when to switch them to forward-facing mode.

If your child is at the weight limit or height of their convertible car seat, you'll have to place them in an adult booster seat. The majority of booster seats come with a built-in angle indicator that tells you whether the seat is installed and ready to change into forward-facing mode. It is best to use a booster seat in the back seat of your vehicle, and only 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

Many parents are tempted to change their children's car seats when they get older because it is more convenient. But they should remember, that rear-facing is a safer option for children.

If you crash with a baby facing towards the front the neck is at risk. The head can be placed against the seat by force and cause permanent spine damage. Whiplash can happen even when the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is especially applicable to children who are smaller that aren't yet a year old.

A child who is facing forward is more likely to hit his head on the dashboard or even a window in an accident. Depending on the type of crash and the speed at which the car is moving the head could be forced backwards against the seat and break the skull or the spinal cord.

The current safety standards require that children remain rear-facing until they are 20 pounds and one year of 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 tends to be the most serious type of accident in which automobiles are involved.

The harness and tether help keep the child's head in place and reduce neck strain. In addition, a rear-facing child is less likely to suffer head injuries because the impact is cushioned by body of the seat.

If you have a child younger than one year old in a convertible seat or an all-in-one which can be changed from rear-facing to forward-facing at any point, make sure you read the instructions provided by the manufacturer to determine when it's safe to face forward. The guidelines will explain whether or not to use a tether and the weight and height limits for that seat.

Once your child has reached the rear-facing car seat limit you can allow them to travel in a forward-facing car seat using a harness and tether until they reach the maximum weight limit or height allowed by their car seat's manufacturer. Once they've outgrown it, you can now take them on a trip with a booster.

Seat booster

There is no set age or height at which children are able to safely stop using the booster seat. Kids should use one until the belt fits them properly and that could happen between the ages of 8 and 13.

A booster increases the height of a child so that they are able to sit upright in a car. It also aligns the shoulder part of the belt in a way that it is near but not directly over the chest. The lap part of the belt should lie on the thighs, not over the stomach. Booster seats have belt guides that help to ensure that the belt is correctly placed.

Booster seats come with or without backrests. The most popular booster seat is the high-back that provides neck and head support for children. It is a great option for vehicles with low seat backs and no head rests. Backless boosters can be less expensive however they don't offer head or neck 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 as a booster.

Some boosters have an anchor system for lower anchors (LATCH) that hooks to the lower anchors of the vehicle and a tether if available. Some require the car seat belt to hold them in position. You can refer to the owner's manual of your vehicle to determine if you are able to use the lower anchors. Also, you should read the instructions for the booster seat to understand how to use it.

Parents may be enticed to let their 3-year old, 30 pound child take a straight booster seat since they're getting too tall for the car seat. It's dangerous to "graduate" children from to a harness. Children could be injured or even killed if the belt is loose during a crash.

Back seat

All children should use a child safety seat or booster seat installed correctly for as long as they're able. Children who are too big for a rear-facing car seat, or have exceeded the weight and height limits, should switch to a forward facing child restraint with harness until they reach the maximum height for this type of seat.

When your lightweight baby car seat is no longer in an infant car seat rear facing car seat, they can be transferred to a convertible, or an all-in-one car seat with a rear-facing position. These seats typically last for two years, or until the child reaches the maximum height and weight of the seat. Install the newborn car seat safety seat on the middle of your vehicle. It is secured using the lower anchor system and seat belt.

If your child has outgrown their rear-facing car seat and is tall enough, they can be put into a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. Typically, these seats can be used up to 57 inches in height or until your child is at the maximum height and weight recommendations of the seat. You can determine how tall and heavy a car seat is by studying the manufacturer's instructions, or looking at the tag on the seat.

All older children should be in a booster seat or lap belt in the vehicle as much as possible. If not, they should use a back restraint in the middle of the back seat. In addition, they should not sit in the front seat if there's an airbag that is active. Children who are in the front seat are more likely to suffer injuries in collisions since their bodies are smaller.

You can bring your child to an inspection station or car seat clinic to get help selecting and installing the best child safety seat. They can also find out whether your car seat is being recalled due to flaws or safety concerns. Then, you can buy one that's compatible with your car and your child's size. If you're not able test a seat prior to purchasing, make sure it has an exchange policy.