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Car Seats by Age
Each car seat is made to fit a certain age group. Children should be in their car seat until they reach the limit of the manufacturer's weight or height. Then, they are able to utilize a booster until the belts of their vehicle fit properly, usually when they are between 10 and 12 years old, or 4 feet 9 inches tall.
When looking for a new seat, consider features such as fabric that is resistant to stains and pieces that are removable that are machine washable. Hardware that is easy to clean is also considered.
Rear-facing
Rear-facing car seats cradle babies and toddlers, protecting their delicate spines and necks in the event of a crash. They also offer greater safety, as they spread the force of impact across a wider area. This reduces the risk of 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 possible. That means moving them to a forward-facing seat when they've reached their height or weight limit of their current seat as stated by the manufacturer.
Children's heads are big in relation to their bodies and growing. This makes them more vulnerable to injury in a crash. A child's head can produce up to 25 times their body weight in the event of a collision which is more than enough force to cause fatal injury. This is the reason why children who are in a car seat that is facing towards the front are at the highest danger of suffering fatal head injuries.
Many parents believe that their children have larger necks and are able to make the transition to a car seat that faces forward earlier. However, it's important to realize that a baby seat who is 95th percentile isn't any more powerful than 5th percentile kids, and no amount of push-ups for teens will change that. In the case of a car accident the head of a larger child is likely to be struck with more force, which could result in brain and spinal cord injuries.
If your child is outgrowing their infant car seat you can change to a convertible car that allows them to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or the height limit. In general, children will be the first to reach their height limit, so it's important to pay close attention to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your car seat on when to change to forward-facing mode.
If your child has reached the weight limit of their convertible car seat or height limit, you will have to transition them to the booster. Most booster seats come with an indicator for angles to inform you when the seat is properly installed and is ready to be turned to forward-facing mode. It is recommended to use a booster seat in the back seat of your vehicle, and only with a lap belt (never a shoulder belt) to ensure the best infant seat protection for your child in a crash.
Forward-facing
Many parents are tempted to switch their kids' car seats around when they get older because it's more practical. But they should remember that rear-facing seats are an option that is safer for children.
In a crash with the baby facing forward, the neck is at risk. The head can be thrown against the front seat by force and cause permanent spinal damage. Even if the child's neck muscles are strong enough, it's still possible to suffer whiplash. This is especially applicable to children who are younger, such as infants.
A child who is facing forward is more likely to hit his head on the dashboard or even a window, in the event of a crash. Depending on the nature of the crash and the speed at which the vehicle is moving the head could be forced into the seat and break the skull or the spinal cord.
The current safety standards mandate that kids remain rear-facing until they attain 20 pounds and one year of age. The reason is that children younger than one year old do not have the neck strength to withstand a head-on crash which is the most dangerous kind of car accident.
The harness and tether help keep the child's head stable which reduces neck strain. A rear-facing child will also be less likely to sustain head injuries because the impact will be cushioned by their seat.
When you have a child less than a year old in a convertible car seat or an all-in-one seat that can be changed from front-facing to rear, make sure to read the instructions of the manufacturer about when it is safe for your child to face the front. The guidelines will inform you whether or not you should use a tether as well as the weight and height limits for the seat.
When your child reaches the maximum height or weight permitted by the car seat manufacturer, they can use a forward-facing seat that has a tether. Once they've outgrown it, it's time to travel with a booster.
Seat booster
There is no set age or height at which children are able to safely stop using a booster seat. The booster seat should be used until a child's vehicle belt is properly fitted. This could occur anytime between 8 and 13 years old.
A booster helps a child increase their height so they can comfortably sit upright in the car. It also aligns the shoulder part of the belt so it is near but not directly over the chest. The lap part of the belt should lie on the thighs, not the stomach. Booster seats come with a belt guide that helps to ensure the belt is correctly placed.
Booster seats are available with or without a rearrest. The most popular type is a high-back booster, which provides head and neck support for children. This is a good option for vehicles that have low backs and have no headrests. Backless boosters may be less expensive but they don't provide neck or head support. Certain all-in-one boosters allow users to switch between harness and booster modes, which makes them suitable for children in harness mode up to about 65 pounds, and later as an adult booster seat until 100 pounds.
Certain boosters have a lower anchors system (LATCH) that connects to the vehicle's lower anchors and a tether, in the event that it is available. Some boosters require the seat belt to keep them in place. Check your vehicle's manual to determine if you are able to use the lower anchors inside your car, and also read the instructions for booster seats to learn how to utilize them.
Parents may be enticed to let their three-year-old 30 pounds 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 could be injured or even killed if the belt is not secure enough in a crash.
Back seat
All children should be in the back of a vehicle for as long as is possible, using 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 outgrown the weight and height limits should be moved to a forward-facing child restraint with an appropriate harness until they're tall for this type of seat.
When your baby car seat is outgrowing an infant car seat you can transfer them to a convertible car seat or all-in-one car seat with a rear-facing option. These seats can typically be used up to 2 years or until your child reaches the seat's maximum weight and height limit. Install the car safety seat on the middle of your vehicle. It can be securely fastened with the lower anchor system and seat belt.
When your child outgrows their rear-facing car seat it is possible to place them into a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. These seats are typically used until your child reaches 57 inches in height or attains the maximum weight and height guidelines for the seat. The instructions of the manufacturer or the tag on the car seat will inform you the height and weight it is able to support.
All older children should be in a booster seat or a lap belt in the vehicle, if possible. If not then they should use the middle back seat restraint. Additionally, they should not sit in the front seat if there is an active air bag. Putting children in the front seat can increase the chance of being injured during 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 for assistance in selecting and installing the correct child safety seat. They can also check to see if your child's car seat has been recalled due to safety issues or defects. You can then purchase one that is suitable for your vehicle and child's height. If you are unable to test a seat, check to see if it has a return policy.
Each car seat is made to fit a certain age group. Children should be in their car seat until they reach the limit of the manufacturer's weight or height. Then, they are able to utilize a booster until the belts of their vehicle fit properly, usually when they are between 10 and 12 years old, or 4 feet 9 inches tall.
When looking for a new seat, consider features such as fabric that is resistant to stains and pieces that are removable that are machine washable. Hardware that is easy to clean is also considered.Rear-facing
Rear-facing car seats cradle babies and toddlers, protecting their delicate spines and necks in the event of a crash. They also offer greater safety, as they spread the force of impact across a wider area. This reduces the risk of 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 possible. That means moving them to a forward-facing seat when they've reached their height or weight limit of their current seat as stated by the manufacturer.
Children's heads are big in relation to their bodies and growing. This makes them more vulnerable to injury in a crash. A child's head can produce up to 25 times their body weight in the event of a collision which is more than enough force to cause fatal injury. This is the reason why children who are in a car seat that is facing towards the front are at the highest danger of suffering fatal head injuries.
Many parents believe that their children have larger necks and are able to make the transition to a car seat that faces forward earlier. However, it's important to realize that a baby seat who is 95th percentile isn't any more powerful than 5th percentile kids, and no amount of push-ups for teens will change that. In the case of a car accident the head of a larger child is likely to be struck with more force, which could result in brain and spinal cord injuries.
If your child is outgrowing their infant car seat you can change to a convertible car that allows them to remain rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or the height limit. In general, children will be the first to reach their height limit, so it's important to pay close attention to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your car seat on when to change to forward-facing mode.
If your child has reached the weight limit of their convertible car seat or height limit, you will have to transition them to the booster. Most booster seats come with an indicator for angles to inform you when the seat is properly installed and is ready to be turned to forward-facing mode. It is recommended to use a booster seat in the back seat of your vehicle, and only with a lap belt (never a shoulder belt) to ensure the best infant seat protection for your child in a crash.
Forward-facing
Many parents are tempted to switch their kids' car seats around when they get older because it's more practical. But they should remember that rear-facing seats are an option that is safer for children.
In a crash with the baby facing forward, the neck is at risk. The head can be thrown against the front seat by force and cause permanent spinal damage. Even if the child's neck muscles are strong enough, it's still possible to suffer whiplash. This is especially applicable to children who are younger, such as infants.
A child who is facing forward is more likely to hit his head on the dashboard or even a window, in the event of a crash. Depending on the nature of the crash and the speed at which the vehicle is moving the head could be forced into the seat and break the skull or the spinal cord.
The current safety standards mandate that kids remain rear-facing until they attain 20 pounds and one year of age. The reason is that children younger than one year old do not have the neck strength to withstand a head-on crash which is the most dangerous kind of car accident.
The harness and tether help keep the child's head stable which reduces neck strain. A rear-facing child will also be less likely to sustain head injuries because the impact will be cushioned by their seat.
When you have a child less than a year old in a convertible car seat or an all-in-one seat that can be changed from front-facing to rear, make sure to read the instructions of the manufacturer about when it is safe for your child to face the front. The guidelines will inform you whether or not you should use a tether as well as the weight and height limits for the seat.
When your child reaches the maximum height or weight permitted by the car seat manufacturer, they can use a forward-facing seat that has a tether. Once they've outgrown it, it's time to travel with a booster.
Seat booster
There is no set age or height at which children are able to safely stop using a booster seat. The booster seat should be used until a child's vehicle belt is properly fitted. This could occur anytime between 8 and 13 years old.
A booster helps a child increase their height so they can comfortably sit upright in the car. It also aligns the shoulder part of the belt so it is near but not directly over the chest. The lap part of the belt should lie on the thighs, not the stomach. Booster seats come with a belt guide that helps to ensure the belt is correctly placed.
Booster seats are available with or without a rearrest. The most popular type is a high-back booster, which provides head and neck support for children. This is a good option for vehicles that have low backs and have no headrests. Backless boosters may be less expensive but they don't provide neck or head support. Certain all-in-one boosters allow users to switch between harness and booster modes, which makes them suitable for children in harness mode up to about 65 pounds, and later as an adult booster seat until 100 pounds.
Certain boosters have a lower anchors system (LATCH) that connects to the vehicle's lower anchors and a tether, in the event that it is available. Some boosters require the seat belt to keep them in place. Check your vehicle's manual to determine if you are able to use the lower anchors inside your car, and also read the instructions for booster seats to learn how to utilize them.
Parents may be enticed to let their three-year-old 30 pounds 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 could be injured or even killed if the belt is not secure enough in a crash.
Back seat
All children should be in the back of a vehicle for as long as is possible, using 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 outgrown the weight and height limits should be moved to a forward-facing child restraint with an appropriate harness until they're tall for this type of seat.
When your baby car seat is outgrowing an infant car seat you can transfer them to a convertible car seat or all-in-one car seat with a rear-facing option. These seats can typically be used up to 2 years or until your child reaches the seat's maximum weight and height limit. Install the car safety seat on the middle of your vehicle. It can be securely fastened with the lower anchor system and seat belt.
When your child outgrows their rear-facing car seat it is possible to place them into a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. These seats are typically used until your child reaches 57 inches in height or attains the maximum weight and height guidelines for the seat. The instructions of the manufacturer or the tag on the car seat will inform you the height and weight it is able to support.
All older children should be in a booster seat or a lap belt in the vehicle, if possible. If not then they should use the middle back seat restraint. Additionally, they should not sit in the front seat if there is an active air bag. Putting children in the front seat can increase the chance of being injured during 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 for assistance in selecting and installing the correct child safety seat. They can also check to see if your child's car seat has been recalled due to safety issues or defects. You can then purchase one that is suitable for your vehicle and child's height. If you are unable to test a seat, check to see if it has a return policy.