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Car seats come in a variety of sizes and shapes, but each one is designed to safeguard children according to their age. Children should be in their car seat until they are at the limit of the manufacturer's weight or height. Then, they are able to use a booster until the belts of their vehicle fit properly typically when they are between 10 and 12 years old, or 4 feet 9 inches tall.

When you are searching for a new seat look for features like fabrics that are resistant to staining and removable pieces that are machine washable. Hardware that is easy to clean should also be taken into consideration.

Rear-facing

Rear-facing car seats are designed to hold infants and toddlers, shielding their delicate spines and necks in the event of a collision. They are also safer since they spread the force of impact across a larger surface area which reduces injuries to the spinal cord.

Parents are often tempted to shift their children into forward-facing car seats before they're ready, however the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends to keep them rear-facing as long as is possible. The manufacturer will inform you when your child is ready to move forward.

Children's heads are large relative to their bodies and still developing, making them particularly vulnerable in a crash. In reality the head of a child could generate up to 25 times the force of their bodyweight in an accident -- more than enough to cause fatal injury. This is why children are at risk for fatal head trauma when they sit in a front-facing car seat.

Many parents believe that their children have stronger necks and can make the transition to a car seat facing forward sooner. But it's important to remember that a 95th percentile baby isn't any more powerful than the 5th percentile child, and no amount of teen push-ups will change the fact that. In the case of a car accident the head of a bigger child will likely be hit with greater force. This could result in injuries to the spinal cord and brain.

When your child has outgrown their car seat for infants, you can convert them to convertible cars that let them stay rear-facing up until they reach their maximum weight or the height limit. Typically, children be the first to reach their height limit, so it's important to pay close attention to the car seat manufacturer's instructions on when to switch to forward-facing mode.

When your child reaches the weight limit or height of their convertible car seat, it's time to put them in a booster seat. The majority of booster seats come with an integrated angle indicator that tells you when the seat is properly installed and is ready to switch to face forward. It is recommended to use a booster seat in the back of your vehicle, and only with a lap belt (never a shoulder belt) to ensure the best protection for your child in the event of a crash.

Forward-facing

Many parents are enticed by the idea of change their children's car seats when they grow older, because it seems more convenient. But they must remember that rear-facing seats are safer for children.

Having a baby car seat face forward in car seats puts their necks in danger in a crash because the head can be thrown by force against the seat in front and could cause permanent injury to the spine. Whiplash can happen even in the event that the neck muscles of the child are strong. This is particularly the case for children with smaller necks, like infants under one year old.

A child facing in the direction of the driver is more likely hit his head on the dashboard, or even a glass in an accident. Depending on the kind of crash is occurring and how fast the car is moving, the head could be pushed against the seat. This could result in fractures to the skull or spinal chord.

The current safety standards demand that kids remain rear-facing until they attain 20 pounds and one year old age. The reason for this 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 crash.

The harness and tether aid in keeping the child's head steady and reduce neck strain. Furthermore the rear-facing child is less prone to head injuries since the impact is cushioned by the body of the seat.

If you have a baby less than a year old in a convertible car seat or an all-in-one seat that can be changed from forward-facing to rear-facing be sure to follow the manufacturer's guidelines about when it is safe for your child to be facing the front. 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 particular seat.

Once your child has outgrown the rear-facing car seat limitation, they can be in a forward-facing car seat that has a harness and tether until they reach the top weight limit or height allowed by the car seat's manufacturer. Once they've surpassed this, it's time to move into the booster seat.

Seat booster

There is no age limit or height when children can safely stop using booster seats. The booster seat should be used until the child's 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. It also places the shoulder portion of the belt in a way that it lies close to but not over the chest. The lap part of the belt should rest across the thighs, not on the stomach. Booster seats come with a built-in belt guide to help ensure the belt is correctly positioned.

Booster seats are available with or without backrests. The most common booster seat is the high-back type, which provides neck and head support for children. This is a great option for vehicles that have low backs and no headrests. Backless boosters are cheaper but they don't offer neck or head support. Some all-in one boosters let you switch between boost and harness modes. They are suitable for children weighing up to 65 pounds in harness mode, and up to 100 pounds as a booster.

Certain boosters have a lower anchors system (LATCH) that hooks to the vehicle's lower anchors and a tether in the event that it is available. Others require the seat belt to secure them in their place. Review the instruction manual for your vehicle to see if you can use the lower anchors in your vehicle, and then read the instructions for booster seats to learn how to use them.

Some parents might be tempted to move their 30-pound, 3-year-old child into an adult car seat for newborn seat since the child is getting too tall to fit into a harness seat. It's risky to "graduate" the child from a harness. If the belt is too loose, children can be seriously injured or even die in an accident.

Back seat

All children should sit in the back of a car as long as they can using a child safety seat or booster seat that has been properly installed. Children who are too big for a rear facing car seat, or have exceeded its weight and height limits and should be switched to a forward facing child restraint using a harness until they reach the maximum height for this type of seat.

After your baby has outgrown an infant car seat you can transfer them to convertible car seats or an all-in-one car seat with the option of rear-facing. These seats can typically be used for up to two years, or until your child is over the seat's height and weight limit. Install the car safety seat on the middle seat of your vehicle. It is secured using the lower anchor system and seat belt.

When your child outgrows their rear-facing car seat and is tall enough, they can be put in a front-facing child restraint fitted with a harness and tether. The majority of these seats can be used until 57 inches tall or until your child outgrows the maximum height and weight recommendations of the seat. You can determine the height and weight of the car seat is by reading the instructions of the manufacturer, or by examining a tag attached to the seat.

All older children should be seated in a booster seat or a vehicle's lap belt as much as possible. If they can't, they should use the middle back seat restraint. In addition, they should not sit in the front seat if there is an active air bag. Sitting children in the front seat can increase the risk of being injured during an accident, as the impact forces are stronger on their smaller bodies.

You can bring your child to an inspection station or a car seat clinic for assistance in 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 flaws. Then, you can purchase one that is compatible with your vehicle and your child's size. If you are unable to test the seat, see if it has a return policy.