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Why You Should Consider a Forward Facing Infant Car Seat

Children younger than one year should not ride facing towards the forward. In the event of a crash, their neck muscles may be stretched and cause serious injury.

Instead, switch to FF when your child reaches the height or weight maximums of their current seat (or the minimums for the new seat). Check the instructions for your car seat carefully.

Safety

In the case of a collision, infant car seats are designed to protect your child's head and neck. The forward-facing position can assist in preventing your child from crashing their head against the back of the car seat, which could cause serious injuries.

All infant seats that face forward have five-point harnesses, which secure the child by simply pulling the straps. The carrier shell is lined with energy-absorbing EPS for better impact protection. Some have an umbrella that protects from the sun.

The most suitable infant car seats come with an adjustable angle adjustment and an angle indicator. This allows you to set the correct angle for your child's neck to prevent it from flopping over in an accident. The seat also has an upper tether strap that comes from the top of the car seat and connects to the tether anchor within your vehicle. It's important to keep it in mind that your child may not require switching to a forward-facing newborn car seat seat until they reach the top weight and height limit that is stated in the instruction manual for the seat you're using.

It's the time to switch to a different model when your child is 20 pounds and one year. Infants and toddlers younger that one year have soft, loose muscles in their necks that could cause whiplash when they are involved in an accident. In frontal collisions (the most severe and frequent kind) they are more likely to sustain serious neck injuries. If children under the age of 1 ride in a rear-facing car seat their head is protected by the car seat and shielded from sudden movements that could stress their necks.

When kids move to a forward-facing car seat they should use a convertible or all-in-one seat that has a strong rear-facing weight and a height limit. The child shouldn't be able to move into a booster until they reach the height and age requirements for a high-back booster, which is usually around age 4 or 5 years old. You can see the difference in these seats when you watch these crash videos, but remember that the video is slow-motion. A child could be injured if they move too quickly.

Comfort

A forward-facing infant car seat rear facing car seat allows your baby to enjoy a comfortable ride and stay secure during the event of a crash. The seat has a soft headrest, a cushion for body support and an EPS energy-absorbing foam to keep your child safe from any impact. The seat is equipped with a five-point safety harness that can be adjusted with only one pull, and a front-center adjuster. This will ensure that your child is in the right position. A retractable sun canopy can shield your baby from the sun. For your safety the seat is designed to lock with the vehicle's seat belt and has an locking clip that keeps the buckle securely fastened when not in use.

If your infant complains of discomfort while traveling or seems to lean forward during sleep the angle of the seat might be too low for the child. This can be fixed by placing a towel that is tightly folded under the front of your car seat. If this does not work, bring your child to Rockridge Kids and we will test the angle of the car seat.

Keep in mind that children shouldn't face forward until they weigh at 20 pounds and are one year old. Their necks are still not strong enough to withstand the force of a collision, if they were to be thrown to the side on their own. Some experts suggest waiting longer, since the bones and muscles of young children are more flexible than those of adults.

Many parents opt to purchase convertible car seats that allows their children to move rearwards until they reach maximum weight or height limits. This allows them to enjoy the benefits of a rear-facing car seat for much longer, and makes it more convenient for parents since they can simply shift their child from the rear-facing position to the forward-facing one when their child is no longer in the position.

The Graco 4Ever 4-in-1 Convertible Car Seat gives your child 10 years of car seat usage with just one seat, from rear-facing infant (4-40 lbs) to forward-facing 5-point harness and high-back booster (30-100 lb) to backless belt-positioning booster (40-120 lbs). It's simple and easy to install with the Smart Fit system that allows you to move the harness and headrest together, with no re-threading.

Convenience

If you are traveling with a small baby, a forward-facing car seat can be a great choice. It lets you see your child while driving and allows everyone else in the family to ride in the car without disturbing your baby or toddler. The type of car seat can be used in conjunction with strollers, making it easier to get your child into and out of the car while you are at the grocery shop or running errands.

Even even if your child is the age that they are able to change their car seat to one that faces forward it is better to keep them in a rear-facing seat for the duration you can. From the standpoint of crash tests, children's head is safer in a crash when they face backwards. This is because when they are facing backwards the entire body, including the head, neck and torso, is cradled in the rear of the car seat.

Read the instruction manual of the manufacturer to see when you can rotate your child's seat. You'll see that they have a maximum height and weight limit, as well specific rules regarding things such as the crotch strap position. These rules are designed to safeguard your child as they grow.

Another thing to take into consideration is whether you own a vehicle that has an anchor for tethering your car seat. If yes, ensure that the tether is correctly installed and tied to the anchor points on your vehicle according to the directions in the manual. Lastly, you'll want to make sure that the shoulder straps of your harness are just above your child's shoulders and not too high or low because this can impact how well they're secured in the event of a crash.

A convertible car seat is a great choice for parents with multiple children or who plan to have more children. This is a convertible car seat that can be used as a rear-facing infant car seat and then converted to a forward-facing seat when your child reaches the weight limit or height of the rear-facing position.

Style

You've put in a lot of time and effort choosing the perfect baby car seat for your child. As they grow older and start outgrowing their car seat for infants you might be wondering if it's the right time to change them.

While the idea of having your child face forward is exciting, there are several important safety aspects to be aware of. Children should be rear-facing until they reach the maximum height and weight limit for their specific car seat.

Remember that children vary in both size and age. You shouldn't base your decision on a specific date on the calendar or if you think that they have reached their maximum length. It may seem that a child is taller in a rear-facing car seat, however this doesn't mean that it is safe to turn your child around. Their spine and bones haven't yet fully developed.

It is recommended that you keep your child rear facing until they are at least one year old, and certain infant car seats come with a built-in reminder to keep them there. This is because children under one year old don't have enough neck muscles to withstand the whiplash of a collision with a car in front, which can cause serious spinal injuries.

In addition to being safe in addition to being safe, many infant car seats have practical features that make them simple to use. Some include bases that snap into and out of the car which allows you to take your child from the car to a stroller and back. They are often part a travel system.

If you are ready to transition your child's rear-facing convertible seat to a forward-facing one, make sure you follow all the instructions provided by the manufacturer and verify the fit of the car seat. The car seat should not move more than an inch from side to side or front to rear, when properly installed. The harness straps should also be at or above the shoulders of your child. If you have any questions or concerns, talk to an accredited car seat safety technician in your region or contact the manufacturer of the car seat.