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Car Seats by Age
Each car seat is designed to fit a certain age group. It's recommended that children ride in their car seat until they reach the manufacturer's height or weight limits, and then use a booster seat until their vehicle belts fit properly, typically when they attain 4 feet 9 inches tall or age 10 to 12.
When you are searching for a new seat consider features such as fabric that resists stains and removable pieces that are machine washable. Hardware that is easy to clean should be taken into consideration.
Rear-facing
Rear-facing car seat cradles babies and toddlers to protect their necks and spines from a crash. They're also safer as they distribute the force of impact over an area larger than the surface which reduces injuries to the spinal cord.
Parents are often enticed by the thought of bringing their children forward-facing before they're ready. However the American Academy of Pediatrics advises that you keep them in rear-facing as long as you can. That means moving them to a forward-facing seat only when they've reached the maximum weight or height limit of their current seat, according to the specifications of the manufacturer.
Children's heads are big in relation to their bodies and still developing. This makes them more vulnerable in a crash. In reality, a child's head could generate up to 25 times the force of their weight in an accident -- more than enough to cause a fatal injury. This is why children of the ages of 5 and under are at the greatest risk of sustaining fatal head injuries when they ride in a front-facing car seat.
Many parents believe that their children have larger necks and are able to make the transition to a car seat facing forward sooner. It is important to keep in mind that a child who is in the 95th percentile of their age isn't any more powerful than a child who's 5th percentile, and that no amount of push-ups performed by teens will change this. In the event of a car accident the head of a larger child is likely to hit with more force, which can cause brain and spinal cord injuries.
When your child outgrows their rotating infant car seat car seat, you can change to a convertible seat that allows them to stay facing the rear until they reach the maximum weight or height limit. Children usually reach their maximum height first. So, it's crucial to follow the directions of the manufacturer of the car seat regarding when to switch to forward-facing mode.
When your child reaches the limit of weight or height of their convertible car seat, you'll have to get them into an adult booster seat. Most booster seats come with an indicator that indicates the angle to notify you when the seat is correctly installed and is ready for flipping into forward-facing mode. Make sure to use a booster in the rear of your vehicle and always with the seat belt (never shoulder belts) to provide the best security for your child.
Forward-facing
Parents are often enticed to flip their baby car seat's car seat around as they grow older, as it's more practical. But they must keep in mind that rear-facing seats are safer for children.
In a crash with an infant facing forward, the neck is at risk. The head could be thrown against the front seat with force, causing permanent spinal damage. Whiplash can still occur even if the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is especially the case for children with smaller necks that aren't yet one year old.
A forward-facing child is also more likely to hit their head on the dashboard or window during the course of a crash. Depending on what kind of crash takes place and how fast the car is moving the head may be hit against the seat. This can cause fractures to the skull or spinal chord.
The current safety standards mandate that kids remain rear-facing until they are 20 pounds and one year old age. This is due to the fact that younger children don't have the neck strength to withstand the forces in a head-on collision, which is the most serious kind of accident in which cars are involved.
The harness and tether aid in keeping the child's head in place, reducing neck strain. Additionally that a child who is rear-facing is less prone to head injuries due to the fact that the impact is cushioned by body of the seat.
When you have a child who is less than one year old and in a convertible car seat newborn insert seat or an all-in-one seat that can be changed from front-facing to rear ensure that you read the instructions of the manufacturer about when it is safe for your child to face the front. The guidelines from the manufacturer will indicate whether or the need for a tether exists and what the maximum weight and height requirements are for that particular seat.
When your child reaches the maximum height or weight permitted by the car seat manufacturer, they are able to travel in a forward-facing car seat with tether. When they've outgrown this, it's time to travel in the booster seat.
Booster seat
There is no age limit or height at which children are safe from using booster seats. Kids should use one until their vehicle belt is properly fitted, and that can happen between the ages of 8 and 13.
A booster can increase the height of a child, so that they can sit upright in cars. It also places the shoulder portion of the belt in a way that it lies close to but not directly over the chest. The lap portion of the belt should be placed across the thighs and not over the stomach. Booster seats have a belt guide to ensure that the belt is placed correctly.
Booster seats can be bought with or without a rearrest. The most common type is a high-back booster, which provides head and neck support for children. It is a great option for cars with low seat backs and no head rests. Backless boosters are cheaper but they don't offer neck or head support. Some all-in one boosters let you switch between harness and boost modes. They are suitable for children up to 65 pounds in harness mode and up to 100 pounds as boosters.
Some boosters have an anchor system for lower anchors (LATCH) that hooks to the lower anchors of the vehicle and a tether, if available. Others require the seat belt to keep them in place. You can refer to the owner's manual of your vehicle to determine if you can use the lower anchors. Also, make sure you read the instructions for the booster seat to know how to use it.
Some parents may be enticed to move their 30-pound 3-year-old child into a booster car seat due to the fact that the child is growing too tall for the harness seat. It's dangerous to "graduate" the child from a harness. Children could be injured or even killed if the belt is too loose in a crash.
Back seat
Every child should use the child safety seat or booster seat that is properly installed for as long as they're able. Children who are too large for a rear-facing car seat or have outgrown its height and weight limits should be moved to a forward-facing child restraint with a harness until they are too tall for this type of seat.
When your child is no longer able to fit in an infant car seat that swivels car seat, they can be moved to a convertible, or an all-in-one car seat that also has a rear-facing seat. These seats typically last for two years, or until the child is at the maximum height and weight of the seat. If you have a car with a middle seat, install the car safety seat in a way that it is secured in this position using the lower anchor system or seat belt.
When your child grows out of their rear-facing seats, you can put them in a front-facing restraint using a harness. In general, these seats can be used until 57 inches or until your child is at the weight and height recommendations of the seat. You can find out how tall and heavy a car seat is by studying the directions of the manufacturer or looking at the tag that is attached to the seat.
If you can the older children should sit in a booster or lap belt. If not, they should use a back restraint that is located in the middle of the back seat. It is also recommended to not sit in front when the airbag is in use. Children who sit in the front seat are more likely to be injured in a collision because their bodies are smaller.
It's a good idea bring your child to a local car seat clinic or inspection station for assistance in deciding on and installing the right child safety seat for them. They can also see if your child's car seat has been removed due to safety concerns or flaws. You can then purchase one that's compatible with your car and your child's size. If you're not able try a seat before buying ensure that it comes with an exchange policy.
Each car seat is designed to fit a certain age group. It's recommended that children ride in their car seat until they reach the manufacturer's height or weight limits, and then use a booster seat until their vehicle belts fit properly, typically when they attain 4 feet 9 inches tall or age 10 to 12.
When you are searching for a new seat consider features such as fabric that resists stains and removable pieces that are machine washable. Hardware that is easy to clean should be taken into consideration.
Rear-facing
Rear-facing car seat cradles babies and toddlers to protect their necks and spines from a crash. They're also safer as they distribute the force of impact over an area larger than the surface which reduces injuries to the spinal cord.
Parents are often enticed by the thought of bringing their children forward-facing before they're ready. However the American Academy of Pediatrics advises that you keep them in rear-facing as long as you can. That means moving them to a forward-facing seat only when they've reached the maximum weight or height limit of their current seat, according to the specifications of the manufacturer.
Children's heads are big in relation to their bodies and still developing. This makes them more vulnerable in a crash. In reality, a child's head could generate up to 25 times the force of their weight in an accident -- more than enough to cause a fatal injury. This is why children of the ages of 5 and under are at the greatest risk of sustaining fatal head injuries when they ride in a front-facing car seat.
Many parents believe that their children have larger necks and are able to make the transition to a car seat facing forward sooner. It is important to keep in mind that a child who is in the 95th percentile of their age isn't any more powerful than a child who's 5th percentile, and that no amount of push-ups performed by teens will change this. In the event of a car accident the head of a larger child is likely to hit with more force, which can cause brain and spinal cord injuries.
When your child outgrows their rotating infant car seat car seat, you can change to a convertible seat that allows them to stay facing the rear until they reach the maximum weight or height limit. Children usually reach their maximum height first. So, it's crucial to follow the directions of the manufacturer of the car seat regarding when to switch to forward-facing mode.
When your child reaches the limit of weight or height of their convertible car seat, you'll have to get them into an adult booster seat. Most booster seats come with an indicator that indicates the angle to notify you when the seat is correctly installed and is ready for flipping into forward-facing mode. Make sure to use a booster in the rear of your vehicle and always with the seat belt (never shoulder belts) to provide the best security for your child.
Forward-facing
Parents are often enticed to flip their baby car seat's car seat around as they grow older, as it's more practical. But they must keep in mind that rear-facing seats are safer for children.
In a crash with an infant facing forward, the neck is at risk. The head could be thrown against the front seat with force, causing permanent spinal damage. Whiplash can still occur even if the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is especially the case for children with smaller necks that aren't yet one year old.
A forward-facing child is also more likely to hit their head on the dashboard or window during the course of a crash. Depending on what kind of crash takes place and how fast the car is moving the head may be hit against the seat. This can cause fractures to the skull or spinal chord.
The current safety standards mandate that kids remain rear-facing until they are 20 pounds and one year old age. This is due to the fact that younger children don't have the neck strength to withstand the forces in a head-on collision, which is the most serious kind of accident in which cars are involved.
The harness and tether aid in keeping the child's head in place, reducing neck strain. Additionally that a child who is rear-facing is less prone to head injuries due to the fact that the impact is cushioned by body of the seat.
When you have a child who is less than one year old and in a convertible car seat newborn insert seat or an all-in-one seat that can be changed from front-facing to rear ensure that you read the instructions of the manufacturer about when it is safe for your child to face the front. The guidelines from the manufacturer will indicate whether or the need for a tether exists and what the maximum weight and height requirements are for that particular seat.
When your child reaches the maximum height or weight permitted by the car seat manufacturer, they are able to travel in a forward-facing car seat with tether. When they've outgrown this, it's time to travel in the booster seat.
Booster seat
There is no age limit or height at which children are safe from using booster seats. Kids should use one until their vehicle belt is properly fitted, and that can happen between the ages of 8 and 13.
A booster can increase the height of a child, so that they can sit upright in cars. It also places the shoulder portion of the belt in a way that it lies close to but not directly over the chest. The lap portion of the belt should be placed across the thighs and not over the stomach. Booster seats have a belt guide to ensure that the belt is placed correctly.
Booster seats can be bought with or without a rearrest. The most common type is a high-back booster, which provides head and neck support for children. It is a great option for cars with low seat backs and no head rests. Backless boosters are cheaper but they don't offer neck or head support. Some all-in one boosters let you switch between harness and boost modes. They are suitable for children up to 65 pounds in harness mode and up to 100 pounds as boosters.
Some boosters have an anchor system for lower anchors (LATCH) that hooks to the lower anchors of the vehicle and a tether, if available. Others require the seat belt to keep them in place. You can refer to the owner's manual of your vehicle to determine if you can use the lower anchors. Also, make sure you read the instructions for the booster seat to know how to use it.
Some parents may be enticed to move their 30-pound 3-year-old child into a booster car seat due to the fact that the child is growing too tall for the harness seat. It's dangerous to "graduate" the child from a harness. Children could be injured or even killed if the belt is too loose in a crash.
Back seat
Every child should use the child safety seat or booster seat that is properly installed for as long as they're able. Children who are too large for a rear-facing car seat or have outgrown its height and weight limits should be moved to a forward-facing child restraint with a harness until they are too tall for this type of seat.
When your child is no longer able to fit in an infant car seat that swivels car seat, they can be moved to a convertible, or an all-in-one car seat that also has a rear-facing seat. These seats typically last for two years, or until the child is at the maximum height and weight of the seat. If you have a car with a middle seat, install the car safety seat in a way that it is secured in this position using the lower anchor system or seat belt.
When your child grows out of their rear-facing seats, you can put them in a front-facing restraint using a harness. In general, these seats can be used until 57 inches or until your child is at the weight and height recommendations of the seat. You can find out how tall and heavy a car seat is by studying the directions of the manufacturer or looking at the tag that is attached to the seat.
If you can the older children should sit in a booster or lap belt. If not, they should use a back restraint that is located in the middle of the back seat. It is also recommended to not sit in front when the airbag is in use. Children who sit in the front seat are more likely to be injured in a collision because their bodies are smaller.
It's a good idea bring your child to a local car seat clinic or inspection station for assistance in deciding on and installing the right child safety seat for them. They can also see if your child's car seat has been removed due to safety concerns or flaws. You can then purchase one that's compatible with your car and your child's size. If you're not able try a seat before buying ensure that it comes with an exchange policy.