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Why You Should Consider a Forward Facing Infant Car Seat

Children younger than one year are not allowed to ride forward-facing. In a crash, their neck muscles that are weak can stretch and cause serious injuries.

Instead, switch to FF when your child is at the maximum height or weight limit of their current seat (or the minimums required for the new seat). Please review your instructions for your car seat.

Safety

In the case of a collision, infant car seats are designed to protect your child's neck and head. The forward facing position also stops your child from hitting their head against the back of the seat, which could result in serious injuries.

All forward-facing infant car seats have five-point harnesses to ensure the child's safety with just one pull, tightening the strap. the shell of the car is lined with EPS energy-absorbing foam to provide improved protection against impact. Some have a canopy to provide shade from the sun.

The best infant car seats will feature an angle indicator and an adjustable angle adjuster, which allows you to set the correct angle of your child's head to stop the newborn car seat insert seat from slipping over in a crash. The top tether strap connects to the tether anchor of the vehicle and extends from the top. Be aware that you may not need to switch your child to an forward-facing car seat until is at the maximum weight and height specified in the manual of the seat.

When your child is 20 pounds and one year old is the right time to switch. Toddlers and babies under one year old have loose, soft neck muscles that can cause whiplash in a crash. In frontal collisions (the most severe and common type) they are more likely to sustain serious neck injuries. When children younger than 1 year ride rear-facing, their head is protected by the car seat, and protected from sudden movements that can cause neck strain.

If children are moving to a forward-facing car seat they should remain in a convertible or all-in-one seat that has a high rear-facing weight and a height limit. The child shouldn't be placed in a booster until they reach the height and age requirements for a high-back booster, which is typically between 4 and 5 years old. These crash videos will help you understand the differences between the carseats. But keep in mind that the video has been slowed down. A child could be injured in the event that they move too fast.

Comfort

A forward facing infant car seat allows your baby to ride in comfort and be secure in a crash. The seat comes with a comfortable headrest, body support cushion and an EPS energy-absorbing foam shell to protect your child from a collision. The seat has a five-point safety harness that can be adjusted with only one pull, and a front-center adjuster. This will ensure your child is in the right position. A retractable canopy helps protect your child from direct sunlight. For your safety the seat is designed to be secured by 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 during a journey or seems to slump forward during sleep, the angle of the seat may be too low for your child. This can be corrected by placing a towel that is tightly folded under the front of your car seat. If this still doesn't help then you can bring your baby to Rockridge Kids to have us examine the angle of their car seat.

Remember that children should not face forward until they weigh at minimum 20 pounds and are a year old. Their necks are not strong enough to stand up to the force of a crash should they be thrown to the side on their own. Some experts recommend waiting longer, as the muscles and bones of young children are more flexible than those of adults.

Many parents opt to purchase a convertible car seat that allows their children to be rear-facing until they reach the maximum weight or height limit of the seat. This allows parents to enjoy the benefits of a rear-facing seat for a longer amount of time. It also makes it easier for them because they can easily switch their child's seat from rear-facing to forward-facing when the child grows out of it.

The Graco 4Ever Convertible car seat is a convertible 4-in-1 car seat that allows your child to use the seat for 10 years. It converts from rear-facing infant (up to 40lbs) to a forward-facing harness and high-back seat (30-100 lbs) as well as a belt-positioning backless seat (40-120 lb). The Smart Fit system makes it easy to put in. You can move the headrest and harness together without re-threading.

Convenience

A forward facing infant car seat is a fantastic option if you're traveling with a child who is young. This lets you see your child while driving and the other members of your family can enter the car without disrupting your baby or toddler. This type of car seat can also be used with a stroller which makes it easier to get your little one in and out of the car to go to the grocery store or other tasks.

Even when your child is at the age where they can switch to a car seat that is forward-facing it is best car seat to keep them in a rear-facing seat for as long as you are able to. If you view it from the perspective of crash tests, children's head is more secure in a frontal collision when they are facing backwards. This is because when they are facing backwards, the entire body, including the head, neck and torso, are cradled in the rear of the car seat.

It is important to read the instructions provided by the manufacturer on the best time to change your child's car seat around. They will often have the weight and height limit that you should not go over as well as specific rules for things like the crotch buckle's position. These rules are designed to protect your child as they grow.

You should also consider whether your vehicle has Tether anchors. If you do, make sure that the strap is correctly installed and tied to the anchor points of your vehicle as per the instructions in the manual for your seat. Also, make sure that the shoulder straps of your child's harness are on or just below their shoulders, and not too low or high. This will affect how they are secured in the event of the event of a crash.

A convertible car seat is a smart option for parents with more than one child or who intend to have more children. This is an all-in-one car seat that can start off being used as an infant car seats by age seat facing rear before moving your child to a forward-facing seat once they are old enough and have reached the height or weight limit of the rear-facing car seat.

Style

The baby car seat was a must-have item for your child, and you spent a lot of time choosing the right one. As your child gets older and outgrows their car seat for infants, you may wonder if it is time to turn the seat around.

Although the idea of having your child face forward can be exciting, there are important safety considerations that you should keep in mind. Kids should remain in the rear until they reach the maximum height and weight limit for their particular car seat.

Be aware that children differ in terms of size and age. You shouldn't base your decision on a certain date on the calendar, or if you believe they have reached their maximum amount of legroom. It might appear that a child is taller in a rear facing car seat, but this doesn't mean that it's 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 reach one year old, and certain infant car seats come with an integrated reminder to ensure they remain there. This is because children under one do not have strong enough neck muscles that can take a direct hit that could cause serious spinal injuries.

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

If you're about to transition your baby to forward-facing convertible car seats, be sure to do so correctly by following all of the manufacturer's instructions and examining the car seat for tightness. The car seat should not move more than an inch from side to side, or from front to back, when properly installed. The harness straps should be placed at or above the shoulders of your child. If you have any questions or concerns ask a certified safety technician in your area or contact the manufacturer of the car seat.