8 Tips To Enhance Your Car Seats By Age Game Car Seats by Age


Each car seat is made to fit a certain age group. It's recommended that children ride in their car seat until they've reached the manufacturer's weight or height limits, and then use a booster seat until vehicle belts are properly fitted, usually when they attain 4 feet 9 inches tall or age 10-12.

When looking for a new seat, look for features such as fabric that is resistant to stains and pieces that can easily be machine-washed. Hardware that is easy to clean is also considered.

Rear-facing

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

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

Children's heads are large relative to their bodies, and are developing, which makes them more vulnerable to crash. The head of a child is capable of generating 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 of the ages of 5 and under are at the greatest risk for fatal head trauma when they sit in a car seat that is facing the front.

Many parents believe that their children have larger necks and can make the transition to a car seat that faces forward faster. It is important to keep in mind that a baby who is in the 95th percentile of their age isn't stronger than a child who's 5th percentile, and that no amount of push-ups by teens can change that. In the event of a car accident, the head of a larger child is likely to be struck with much more force, which can cause spinal cord and brain injuries.

When your child outgrows their infant car seat, you can switch to a convertible car seat that allows them to stay rear-facing until they reach their maximum height or weight limit. Children usually reach their height limit first. Therefore, it is important to follow the instructions from the manufacturer of your car seat on when you can switch them to forward-facing mode.

When your child is at their convertible car seat's weight or height limit, you'll have to transition them into an adult booster. The majority of booster seats come with a built-in angle indicator that will inform you that the seat is installed and is ready to switch to face forward. Use a booster only at the back of your vehicle and always wear a seat belt (never shoulder belts) to ensure the best protection for your child.

Forward-facing

Parents are often enticed to change their baby's car seat as they get older, simply because it's more practical. But they must keep in mind that rear-facing is safer for children.

A baby who is facing forward in car seats puts their necks at risk in a crash, because the head can be thrown back by force against the seat's front and could cause permanent injury to the spine. Even if a child's neck muscles are strong enough, it is still possible to experience whiplash. This is especially true for younger children, such as infants.

A child facing towards the front is more likely to hit his head on the dashboard or even a glass in the event of a crash. Depending on the nature of the crash and the speed at which the car is moving, the head can be forced into the seat and break the skull or spinal cord.

The current safety standards mandate that kids remain rear-facing until they reach both 20 pounds and one year old age. The reason is that children who are younger 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 in place, reducing neck strain. Furthermore, a rear-facing child is less likely to suffer head injuries because the impact is cushioned with the body of the seat.

If you have a child less than a year old in a convertible car seat or 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 not a tether is needed and what the maximum weight and height are for the particular seat.

When your child is past the rear-facing limit of a car seat, they can be in a forward-facing car seat with tether and harness until they reach the top height or weight limit allowed by the car seat's manufacturer. Once they've outgrown it it's time to travel with a booster.

Booster seat

There is no age or height limit that children are able to safely stop using booster seats. The booster seat should be used until the child's vehicle belt fits properly. This could happen anywhere between 8 and 13 years old.

A booster helps a child increase their height so that they can sit upright in the car. The shoulder portion of a belt is also positioned so that it is close to the chest, but not above. The lap part of the belt should rest on the thighs, not the stomach. Booster seats come with a built-in belt guide to help ensure the belt is positioned correctly.

Booster seats can be purchased with or without backrests. The most popular type is a high-back booster that provides neck and head support for children. It is a great option for cars with low seat backs, and no head rests. Backless boosters are less expensive but they do not provide head or neck support. Certain all-in-one boosters allow users to switch between harness and booster modes, making them suitable for children who are in harness mode up to 65 pounds and then as a booster seat for about 100 pounds.

Some boosters come with a lower anchors (LATCH) system that connects onto the vehicle's lower anchors and a tether if one is available. Others require the seat belt to secure them in their place. You can check the owner's manual for your vehicle to determine if you can use the lower anchors. Also, read the instructions for the booster seat to learn how to use it.

Parents may be enticed to let their 3 year old, 30 pound child immediately go to a booster seat since they're getting too tall for the harness car seat. It's dangerous to "graduate" children from to a harness. If the belt is loose, children can be seriously injured or even die in an accident.

Back seat

All children should have the child safety seat or booster seat correctly installed as long as they can. Children who are too large for a rear-facing car seat, or have exceeded the weight and height limits and should be switched to a forward facing child restraint with harness until they reach the maximum height allowed for this type of seat.

When your baby is no longer in the infant car seat, they can be transferred to a convertible, or an all-in-one car seat with an open rear-facing position. These seats are usually good for two years, or until the child reaches the maximum height and weight of the seat. Install infant car seats uk on the middle of your vehicle. It is secured using the lower anchor system and seat belt.

If your child has grown out of their rear-facing seats, you can place them in a forward-facing restraint that has a harness. These seats are usually used until the child reaches the height of 57 inches or exceeds the maximum weight and height guidelines for the seat. The manufacturer's instructions or a sticker on the car seat will let you know the height and weight it can support.

If it is possible it is recommended that all children over the age of 5 use a booster seat or lap belt. If not you can use a back seat restraint that is located in the middle of the back seat. Also, they should not sit in front if the airbag is active. Placing children in the front seat can increase the chance of being injured during an accident because the force of impact is greater on their smaller bodies.

It's a good idea to take your child to a local car seat clinic or inspection station for assistance in choosing and installing the right child safety seat for them. They can also find out whether your car seat has been recalled for flaws or safety concerns. You can then purchase one that is suitable for your vehicle and child's height. If you're unable to test a seat prior to purchasing ensure that it comes with a return policy.