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Car Seats by Age

Car seats are available in a variety shapes and sizes and shapes, but they're all designed to safeguard children according to their age. Children should be in their car seat until they are at the maximum weight or height limit set by the manufacturer. Then, they are able to utilize a booster until the belts are properly fitted and they're usually between 10 and 12 years old or 4 feet 9 inches tall.

When you are looking for a new car seat, consider features such as fabric that can withstand stains, removable pieces that can be machine washed, and hardware that wipes clean.

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Rear-facing car seats are designed to hold infants and toddlers, shielding their delicate necks and spines in the event of a collision. They're also safer because they spread the force of impact across more of a larger area which reduces the risk of injuries to the spinal cord.

Parents are often enticed to shift their children into forward-facing car seats before they're ready, however the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that they remain rear-facing for as long as possible. The manufacturer will inform you when your child is ready to transition forward-facing.

Heads of children are large in relation to their bodies, and are growing, which makes them more vulnerable to crash. A child's head can generate up to 25 times the weight of their body in an accident, which is more than enough force to cause fatal injury. This is why children who ride in a car seat facing to the side are at a higher chance of suffering fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their kids have bigger necks than their older children, meaning they'll be able to make the transition to a forward-facing car seat sooner. However, it's important to keep in mind that a child who is in the 95th percentile isn't any more powerful than 5th percentile kids and no amount of teen push-ups will change the fact that. In the event of a car accident the head of a bigger child is likely to be struck with more force, which could cause spinal cord and brain injuries.

If your child is outgrowing their infant car seats on sale car seat you can convert them to convertible cars that let them stay rear-facing up until they reach their maximum weight or the height limit. Generally, children will attain their maximum height first and therefore it is important to pay close attention to the car seat manufacturer's instructions on when you should switch to forward-facing.

When your child reaches the weight capacity of their convertible car seat or height limit, you'll require them to be moved to a booster. Most booster seats have a built-in angle indicator that tells you that the seat is installed and ready to flip to face forward. Use a booster only at 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 by the idea of change their children's car seats around as they grow older, because it is more practical. However, they should remember that rear-facing seats are safer for children.

Having a baby face 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. Whiplash is still a possibility even when the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is particularly true for younger children, such as infants.

A child facing the forward is more likely to land their head against the dashboard or window in the event of a crash. Depending on the nature of the crash and the speed at which the vehicle is traveling, the head can be forced back against the seat and may break the skull or spinal cord.

The current safety standards demand that children remain rear-facing until they attain 20 pounds and one year old age. This is due to the fact that younger children do not have the strength of their necks to withstand the forces in a head-on collision, which is often the most serious kind of accident where cars are involved.

Using a harness and tether when facing rear helps keep the kid's head stable and reduces stress on their necks. In addition, a rear-facing child is less likely to sustain head injuries since the impact is cushioned with the body of the seat.

If you have a baby less than a year old in a convertible car seat or an all-in-one seat that can switch from front-facing to rear ensure that you read the instructions of the manufacturer about when it is safe for your child to be facing the front. The guidelines will explain whether or not you should use a tether as well as the height and weight limits for the seat.

Once your child is at the maximum height or weight allowed by the car seat manufacturer, they are able to use a forward-facing seat with tether. When they've outgrown this, it's time to get a booster seat.

Booster seat

There isn't a set age or height when kids are able to safely stop using the booster seat. The booster seat is to be used until the child's belt fits properly. This could happen anywhere between 8 and 13 years old.

A booster raises the height of a child, so that they can sit comfortably upright in cars. It also aligns the shoulder part of the belt in a way that it lies close to, but not over, the chest. The lap portion of the belt should be placed on the thighs, not the stomach. Booster seats have a built-in belt guide to help ensure the belt is properly positioned.

Booster seats can be purchased with or without a rearrest. The most popular booster seat is the high-back that provides neck and head support for children. This is a good choice for vehicles with low backs, and no headrests. Backless boosters can be less expensive but they do not provide head or neck support. Some all-in-one boosters allow you to switch between booster and harness modes, which makes them suitable for kids in harness mode up to 65 pounds and then as a booster seat for 100 pounds.

Some boosters have a lower anchors system (LATCH) which connects to the lower anchors on the vehicle and a tether if available. Some boosters require the seat belt to keep them in place. Check the owner's manual of your vehicle to determine if can use the lower anchors. Also, make sure you read the instructions for the booster seat to learn how to use it.

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

Back seat

Every child should use a child safety seat 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 surpassed 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.

When your child is no longer able to fit in the infant car seat in front seat car seat, they can be moved to a convertible or all-in-one car seat that also has a rear-facing position. These seats are usually good for two years, or until the child reaches 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 is secured in this position using the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child is no longer in a rear-facing car seat, they can be placed in a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. These seats are generally used until your child reaches 57 inches in height or exceeds the maximum weight and height requirements for the seat. The manufacturer's instructions or a sticker on the car seat will tell you the height and weight it is able to support.

All older children should be seated in a booster seat or a lap belt in the vehicle, if possible. If they aren't able to then they should use the middle back seat restraint. In addition it is not recommended to sit in the front seat if there's an airbag that is active. Children who sit in the front seats are more likely to suffer injuries in a collision because their bodies are smaller.

It is a good idea to bring your child to a local car seat clinic or inspection station to assistance in choosing and installing the most suitable child safety seat. They can also check whether your car seat inserts for newborns seat has been recalled due to problems or safety concerns. You can then choose a seat that fits both your vehicle and child's height. If you're unable to try a seat, check to find out if the seat has a return policy.