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Car Seats by Age

Each car seat is specifically designed to be suitable for a particular age group. It is recommended that children ride in their car seat until they meet the manufacturer's weight or height limits and then use an extra seat until the vehicle belts are properly fitted, usually when they attain 4 feet 9 inches in height or age 10-12.

When shopping for a new car seat, take into consideration features like fabric that is resistant to stains, removable pieces that can be machine washed, and accessories that can be cleaned.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats hold babies and toddlers, shielding their delicate necks and spines in the event of a collision. They are also safer since they spread the force of impact over more of a larger area which minimizes the risk of injuries to the spinal cord.

Parents are often enticed by the thought of moving their children forward-facing before they're ready. However the American Academy of Pediatrics advises to keep them rear-facing for as long as possible. That means moving them to a forward-facing seat only after they've reached the maximum weight or height limit of their current seat as stated by the manufacturer.

The heads of children are huge in relation to their body, and still developing. This makes them more vulnerable in the event of a crash. A child's head can produce up to 25 times the weight of their body 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 towards the front are at the highest danger of suffering fatal head injuries.

Many parents believe that their children have bigger necks than older children, which means they can handle the transition to an forward-facing car seat faster. It's important to keep it in mind that a child who is in the 95th percentile of their age isn't stronger than a child who's 5th percentile, and no amount of push-ups by teens can change that. In the event of a crash, a larger child's head will likely be struck with more force. This can lead to injuries to the spinal cord and brain.

If your child is no longer in their infant car seat, you can change to a convertible seat that allows them to stay rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or height limit. Generally, children will attain their maximum height first and therefore it is important to be attentive to the car seat manufacturer's instructions on when you should switch to forward-facing.

When your child reaches 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 an integrated angle indicator that informs you that the seat is installed and is ready to switch to forward-facing mode. It is recommended to 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 a crash.

Forward-facing

Many parents are enticed to switch their kids' car seats around as they grow older, because it's more convenient. However, they should remember that rear-facing seats are safer for children.

The fact that a child is facing forward in car seats puts their necks in danger in a crash, because the head can be thrown back by force against the seat in front and can cause permanent injury to the spine. Whiplash can still occur even when the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is particularly true for younger children like infants.

A child who is facing forward is more likely to land their head against the dashboard or on the window in the event of an accident. Depending on what kind of crash takes place and the speed at which the car is moving the head could be pushed against the seat. This can result in a fractured skull or spinal cord.

The current safety standards demand that kids remain rear-facing until they are 20 pounds and one year old age. This is because children younger than one year don't have the strength of their necks to withstand the forces in a head-on collision, which tends to be the most severe type of accident in which automobiles are involved.

The use of a harness or tether while rear-facing helps to ensure that the child's head is stable, which reduces this stress on their necks. In addition, a rear-facing child is less likely to suffer head injuries because the impact is cushioned by the body of the seat.

If you have a child under a year in a convertible car seat or an all-in-1 seat that can change from rear to forward-facing, make sure to read the instructions of the manufacturer about when it is safe for your child to be facing the front. The guidelines from the manufacturer will indicate whether or whether a tether is required and what the maximum weight and height requirements are for the particular seat.

Once your child has outgrown the rear-facing car seat limit you can allow them to travel in a forward-facing seat that has a harness and tether until they reach the maximum weight limit or height allowed by their car seat's manufacturer. Once they have outgrown this, it is time to move into the booster seat.

Seat booster

There is no magic age or height at which children can safely stop using the booster seat. The booster seat is to be used until the child's vehicle belt is properly fitted. This could happen anywhere between 8 and 13 years old.

A booster helps a child increase their height so that they are able to sit upright in the car. The shoulder part of a belt is also positioned so that it is close to the chest, but not over. The lap portion of the belt should lie on the thighs, not the stomach. Booster seats include a belt guide that helps to ensure that the belt is properly placed.

Booster seats can be bought with or without a rearrest. The most commonly used booster seat is the high-back type that provides neck and head support for children. It's a great choice for cars with low seat backs and no head rests. Backless boosters can be cheaper, but they don't provide neck or head support. Some all-in-one boosters permit you to switch between booster and harness modes, making them suitable for children in harness mode up to about 65 pounds and then as a booster seat for 100 pounds.

Some boosters have lower anchors (LATCH) system that hooks onto the lower anchors of the vehicle and a tether when one is available. Some require the car seat belt to hold them in place. Check your vehicle's owner's manual to determine if can use the lower anchors. Also, you should read the instructions for the booster seat to understand how to use it.

Some parents might be enticed to let their 3-year old 30 lbs child take a straight booster seat since they're getting too tall for a car seat. It's dangerous to "graduate" a child from the harness. If the belt is not secure enough children could be seriously injured or even killed in a collision.

Back seat

All children should sit in the back of a vehicle for as long as is possible with a child safety seat or booster seat that's been properly installed. Children who are too large for a rear-facing car seat or have surpassed its weight and height limits should transition to a forward-facing child safety seat with a harness until they're too tall for this type of seat.

After your baby has outgrown an infant car seats that swivel car seat, you can move them to convertible car seats or an all-in one car seat with the option of rear-facing. Usually, these seats can be used for a period of up to 2 years or until your child is over the seat's highest weight and height limit. If you have a vehicle with a middle seat, install the car safety seat in a way that it can be secured tightly to this spot using the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child has outgrown their rear-facing car seat it is possible to place them in a front-facing child restraint equipped with a harness and tether. These seats are usually used until your child is the height of 57 inches or exceeds the maximum weight and height guidelines for the seat. You can find out how tall and heavy the car seat is by studying the directions of the manufacturer or looking at the tag that is attached to it.

All children over the age of 18 should be seated in the booster seat or on a lap belt in the vehicle, if possible. If not utilize 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. Sitting children in the front seat can increase the chance of injury in an accident because the force of impact is greater on their smaller bodies.

It's a good idea take your child to a local car seat clinic or inspection station for assistance in deciding on and installing the best car seat for newborn uk child safety seat. They can also see if your child's car seat has been recalled due to safety issues or defects. Then, you can buy one that fits your vehicle and your child's size. If you're unable to test a seat before purchasing, make sure it has a return policy.