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Car Seats by Age

Car seats are available in a variety of sizes and shapes however, they are all designed to protect children according to their age. It is recommended that children ride in their car seat until they reach the manufacturer's weight or height limits and then use an extra seat until the vehicle belts are fitted properly, usually when they attain 4 feet 9 inches tall or age 10-12.

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

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats hold infants and toddlers, securing their spines and necks from injuries in a crash. They are also safer because they disperse the force of an impact over a greater area. This helps reduce the chance of injury to the spinal cord.

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

Heads of children are large in relation to their bodies, and are developing, making them particularly vulnerable in a crash. In reality children's heads could generate up to 25 times the force of their body weight in an accident -- more than enough to cause a 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 stronger necks and can make the transition to a car seat facing forward sooner. It's important to keep in mind that a baby who is in the 95th percentile isn't any more powerful than a kid who is 5th percentile, and no amount of push-ups performed by teens will change the fact that. In the event of a car accident the head of a larger child is likely to be struck with much more force, which could cause spinal cord and brain injuries.

If your child is outgrowing their infant car seat you can switch to convertible cars that let them to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or height limit. Typically, children reach the height limit first and it's crucial to be attentive to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your car seat on when you should switch to forward-facing.

If your child is at the weight limit or height of their convertible car seat, you'll have to place them in a booster seat. The majority of booster seats have an indicator that indicates the angle to let you know that the seat is correctly installed and is ready for flipping into 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 case of crash.

Forward-facing

Parents are often enticed by the idea of turn their child's car seat around as they grow older, simply because it's more practical. But they should remember that rear-facing is the best option for children.

Having a baby face forward in a car seat puts their necks at risk in a crash because the head could be thrown by force against the seat's front and can cause permanent damage to the spine. Even if a child's neck muscles are strong enough, it's still possible for them to suffer whiplash. This is particularly relevant for children younger than them, such as infants.

A child who is facing forward is more likely to strike their head against the dashboard or window during the course of a crash. Depending on the nature of the crash and the speed at which the vehicle is moving the head may be pushed into the seat and may break the skull or the spinal cord.

The current safety standards require children to remain rear-facing until they weigh 20 pounds and one year old. The reason is that children younger than one year old don't have enough neck strength to withstand a head-on crash which is the most serious kind of car accident.

The use of a harness or tether while rear-facing helps to ensure that the child's head is stable and reduces the stress on their necks. A rear-facing child will also be less likely to sustain head injuries, as the impact is cushioned by their seat.

If you have a child less than one year old in a convertible seat or an all in one that can be turned from forward-facing to rear-facing at any point, make sure you read the instructions provided by the manufacturer to determine when it's safe for them to face forward. The guidelines from the manufacturer will indicate whether or the need for a tether exists and what the maximum weight and height are for the specific seat.

Once your child has reached the maximum height or weight allowed by the car seat manufacturer, they are able to travel with a forward-facing seat that has a tether. When they've outgrown this, it's time to travel in a booster seat.

Booster seat

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

A booster can increase the height of a child to ensure that they can sit upright in a newborn car seat insert. The shoulder portion of a belt must be set so that it sits close to the chest, but not directly above. The lap part of the belt should be placed across the thighs and not the stomach. Booster seats come with a belt guide to ensure that the belt is placed correctly.

Booster seats come with or without backrests. The most popular booster seat is the high-back that offers neck and head support for children. This is a good choice for vehicles that have low backs, and no headrests. Backless boosters may be cheaper, but they don't provide neck or head support. Some all-in one boosters let you switch between harness and boost modes. They are suitable for children weighing up to 65 pounds in harness mode, and up to 100 pounds when used as a booster.

Some boosters come with a lower anchors system (LATCH) that hooks to the lower anchors of the vehicle and a tether, when available. Certain boosters require a seat belt to keep them in place. You can refer to your vehicle's owner's manual to find out if you can use the lower anchors. Also, you should read the instructions for the booster seat to learn how to use it.

Some parents might be tempted to transfer their 30-pound 3-year-old child to an adult car seat since the child is getting too tall to fit in a harness seat. It's risky to "graduate" children from the harness. If the belt is too loose children could be seriously injured or even killed in a collision.

Back seat

All children should ride in the back of a car for as long as possible, using a child safety seat or booster seat that has been properly installed. Children who are too large for a rear-facing car seat or have exceeded the weight and height limits should move to a forward-facing child safety seat with an appropriate harness until they're tall for this type of seat.

After your lightweight baby car seat outgrows an infant car seats uk car seat, they can be moved to a convertible, or an all-in-one car seat with a rear-facing position. These seats are generally good for two years or until the child reaches the maximum height and weight of the seat. If you have a vehicle with a middle-seat, install the car safety seat so it is securely secured to this spot using the lower anchor system or seat belt.

If your child is no longer in a rear-facing car seat and is tall enough, they can be put in a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. These seats are usually used until your child reaches the height of 57 inches or reaches the maximum weight and height recommendations for the seat. You can determine the height and weight of the car seat is by reading the manufacturer's instructions, or looking at the tag that is attached to it.

If you can, all older children should be seated in a booster seat or lap belt. If they can't, they should use the middle back seat restraint. Additionally you should not place them in the front seat if there is an active air bag. Children who are in the front seat are more likely to be injured in collisions because their bodies are smaller.

You can bring your child to an inspection station or a car seat clinic to get help selecting and installing the correct child safety seat. They can also check to find out if your child's seat has been recalled due to safety concerns or other flaws. Then, you can buy one that fits your vehicle and your child's size. If you're unable to try a seat, see if it has a refund policy.