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Car Seats by Age

Car seats are available in a variety sizes and shapes however, they are all designed to protect children based on their age. Children should use their car seat until they reach the manufacturer's weight or height limits. Then, they can utilize a booster until the belts are properly fitted typically when they are between 10 and 12 years old, or 4 feet 9 inches tall.

When looking for a brand new car seat newborn seat, take into consideration features like fabric that can withstand stains, removable pieces that can be washed by machines, and hardware that wipes clean.

Rear-facing

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

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

Children's head are large in relation to their body and is still developing. This makes them vulnerable to injury in a crash. A child's head can produce up to 25 times the weight of their body in the event of a collision, which is more than enough force to cause a fatal injury. This is the reason why children who are in a newborn car seat seat facing to the side are at a higher danger of suffering fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their children have larger necks and can make the transition to a car seat facing forward faster. But it's important to remember that a child who is in the 95th percentile isn't as strong as 5th percentile kids and no amount of teen push-ups can alter this. In the event of a car accident, the head of a bigger child is likely to hit with much more force, which could result in spinal cord and brain injuries.

When your child outgrows their infant car seat, you can change to a convertible car seat that allows them to remain facing the rear until they reach the maximum height or weight limit. Children typically attain their maximum height first. This is why it is crucial to follow the directions from the manufacturer of your car seat on when you can switch them to forward-facing mode.

If your child has reached the weight capacity of their convertible car seat or maximum height, you will need to move them to an adult booster. The majority of booster seats have an angle indicator to notify you when the seat is properly installed and is ready to be turned to forward-facing mode. You should only use a booster seat on the back of your vehicle, and always with a lap belt (never a shoulder belt) to ensure the strongest protection for your child in the event of a crash.

Forward-facing

Many parents are tempted to switch their kids' car seats around as they grow older because it seems more practical. But they must keep in mind that rear-facing seats are safer for children.

If you crash with a baby facing towards the front the neck could be at risk. The head can be thrown against the front seat with force, causing permanent spinal damage. Even if the child's neck muscles are strong enough, it's still possible to suffer whiplash. This is particularly applicable to children who are younger, such as infants.

A child who is facing forward is more likely to strike their head on the dashboard or window in the event of an accident. Depending on the type of crash occurs and how fast the car is moving, the head could be hit against the seat. This could result in fractured skulls or a spinal chord.

Current safety standards require kids to remain rear-facing until they reach 20 lbs and 1 year old. This is because younger kids do not have the strength of their necks to withstand the forces in a head-on collision which tends to be the most severe kind of accident in which automobiles are involved.

The harness and tether help keep the child's head in place which reduces neck strain. Furthermore, a rear-facing child is less prone to head injuries since the impact is cushioned by the body of the seat.

If you have a child younger than one year old, and they are 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 given by the manufacturer to determine when it's safe to face forward. The manufacturer's guidelines will tell whether or the need for a tether exists and what the maximum weight and height requirements are for that particular seat.

When your child reaches the maximum height or weight permitted by the car seat manufacturer, they can travel with a forward-facing seat with a tether. Once they have outgrown this, it's time to get the booster seat.

Seat booster

There is no magic age or size at which kids can safely stop using a 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 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 so it lies close to but not directly over the chest. The lap part of the belt should be placed across the thighs and not over the stomach. Booster seats are equipped with a belt guide to ensure that the belt is positioned correctly.

Booster seats can be bought 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 with low backs, and no headrests. Backless boosters are cheaper, but they don't provide neck or head support. Some all-in one boosters allow you to switch between boost and harness modes. They are suitable for children from to 65 pounds in harness mode and up to 100 pounds as boosters.

Some boosters have a lower anchors system (LATCH) that connects to the vehicle's lower anchors and a tether, when available. Some require the car seat belt to hold them in position. Review the instruction manual for your vehicle to determine if you're able to use the lower anchors in your vehicle, and then read the instructions for booster seats to learn how to use them.

Some parents may be tempted to let their 3 year old, 30 pound child immediately go to a booster seat, as they're becoming too tall for the car seat. However, rushing to "graduate" your child out of the harness is risky. If the belt is too loose children could be seriously injured or even killed in a collision.

Back seat

Every child should use the child safety or booster seat correctly installed for as long as they are able to. Children who are too tall for a rear-facing car seat or have exceeded its height and weight limits should transition to a forward-facing child restraint with an appropriate harness until they're tall for this type of seat.

After your baby outgrows an infant carrier seat car seat they can be transferred to a convertible or an all-in-one car seat that has a rear-facing seat. These seats typically last for two years or until the child is at the maximum height and weight of the seat. If you own a car with a middle seat install the car safety seat so that it can be secured tightly in this position using the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child has outgrown their rear-facing car seat it is possible to place them into a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. In general, these seats can be used until 57 inches tall or until your child outgrows the maximum weight and height recommendations of the seat. The instructions of the manufacturer or a sticker on the car seat will let you know the height and weight it is able to support.

If possible it is recommended that all children over the age of 5 sit in a booster or lap belt. If not, they should use a back restraint in the middle of the back seat. They should also not sit in front when the airbag is activated. Placing children in the front seat could increase the risk of injury in a crash, because the force of impact is greater on their smaller bodies.

You can bring your child to an inspection station or car seat clinic to receive assistance selecting and installing the best car seats infant child safety seat. They can also find out whether your car seat is being recalled due to defects or safety issues. Then, you can purchase one that fits your vehicle and your child's size. If you are unable to test a seat, check to find out if the seat has a return policy.