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Infant Car Seat - What You Need to Know

Most baby car seats can be detached from their base, and slid into a stroller that is compatible for easy transportation. This feature makes them very popular with parents who are planning to take frequent trips outside of the city.

Regardless of which type of car seat you pick make sure your child is dressed in clothes that allow the harness straps to fit comfortably over their hips and shoulders. Large blankets and clothes can make it difficult to find a snug fit.

Rear-Facing

Infant car seats (also called convertible car seats with an open rear position) are designed to accommodate newborns and children as high as the weight and height limits set by the manufacturer. They are typically equipped with an infant insert to ensure that the head of a baby is securely in the shell of the seat.

The AAP and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommend that babies ride rear-facing until they reach their weight or height limits for car seats, whichever comes first. Certain convertible and all-in-one car seats let your child ride rear-facing for longer up to age 4 or 5.

The majority of manufacturers design their car seats with a reclining angle that can be adjusted to keep the baby's head from sliding backwards when the car is stopped. It is necessary to read your car seat's manual to determine how to adjust the reclining angle, or watch a video by an influencer for your car seat to learn how to do it. Do not place your baby in bulky clothing such as coats or blankets. They could impede an appropriate fit of the harness and hinder airflow around their neck and chest.

Many parents are hesitant about changing their child's rear-facing position to forward-facing. They fear that the force of the crash could cause the baby's legs to be ejected from their feet, or that their neck and head may be violently thrown forward in an impact from the side. It's important to keep in mind that the rear-facing position provides more protection than the forward-facing one.

A video made by a car seat influencer depicts an infant in a forward facing car seat being violently tossed around in a crash simulator. The head injury that results is awe-inspiring. However, the video of the same accident from the rear-facing car seat is not nearly as bad as the head of a child is within the shell of the car seat.

If your state requires you to put your child in the opposite direction, do not follow it. This does not line up with best practices. That is why the AAP and NHTSA now agree that children should remain rear-facing until they hit their maximum height or weight limit for the car seat, whichever is first.

Forward-Facing

Infant car seats are designed for infants and newborns. Harnesses are used to secure them into the seat. Parents may be able adjust the recline angle of the headrest and stroller attachments, based on the model of car seat. Most infant car seats are designed to accommodate a maximum weight and height and the majority of children will outgrow them before they are ready to switch to a forward facing car seat.

While it's understandable that parents want to turn their child around as soon as possible, the current standard mandates that children who are less than one year old of age must remain rear-facing in car seats until they reach 20 pounds and 1 year of age. This is because infants' neck muscles aren't strong enough for the whiplash that comes with a rear-end crash which happens when a child turns to the side in the event of a crash.

If a baby is thrown forward in a frontal crash, the spinal chord can be stretched and strained, resulting in paralysis or even death. If a child is seated backwards in the car, the neck bones stay together and are protected by the straps of the harness, which help prevent this type of injury.

In addition, infants facing the rear are less likely to be placed in the back seat of the car in an accident. They're also less likely to be injured by the seat belt that extends across their chest, as opposed to their necks, in the event of a collision.

With these risks in mind It is crucial for parents to follow car seat safety rules and ensure their child is using the right car seat for their height. Take a look at the car seat instructions from the manufacturer and your vehicle's owner's manual before making a choice. It's also a good idea to visit a certified car seat technician in your area for professional help and advice.

When a baby grows out of their car seat, he or she can change to convertible car seats. The seats start in the rear-facing mode and then switch to forward-facing once they reach their weight and height limits. Once they reach the recommended weight and age they can move to a booster using lap-sash seatbelts.

Convertible

Many new parents are confused in deciding between an infant car seat newborn (Suggested Reading) car seat and convertible seats. Both have their advantages but which is best car seats for your family? A convertible car seat is a great option for a durable infant car seat.

Convertible infant car seats change from rear-facing to forward-facing when your child grows. This allows them to fit children from the age of infancy to the end of elementary school, based on the model you select. Some have higher weight and height limits in the rear position than infant car seats, allowing them to be used for longer.

Make sure that the convertible car seat is equipped with removable infant inserts that will ensure a comfortable fit for your child. The firm padding raises the infant's torso so they can fit into the smallest slots in the straps, and pushes them forward slightly to prevent their head from sliding back against the harness straps or the buckle on the crotch of the seat (which puts them at risk for positional asphyxia).

Some infant car seats come with handles to make it easier to move between vehicles. Other car seats can be plugged into strollers, forming a travel system. This feature makes it easy to move from your car to your stroller without disturbing your baby for trips to the store mall, the doctor's office, or visits.

Your child will eventually outgrow their infant car seat. This could happen when they reach their weight or height limit. Most experts agree it's time to upgrade to a convertible car seat when your child's head is within 1 inch of the top edge of the seat. Consult your seat's instruction manual to make sure your child is prepared.

While convertible car seats might appear more expensive initially than infant car seats but they can be more affordable in the long term because you'll be capable of using them for many years. Some models also come with lower anchors which allows for a simpler installation. This could help reduce the chance of injury in an accident.

Safety Ratings

When shopping for an infant car seat, safety should be foremost in your mind. All lightweight baby car seat car seats must meet the safety standards of the federal government, but some exceed the norm to provide additional assurance for parents.

Premium features like anti-rebound bars as well as no-rethread adjustable harnesses are a great way to ensure that your child's safety is kept in mind. Load legs that brace the seat's base and reduce the force of the event of a crash, are also available.

One way to find out the safety of an infant car seat is prior purchasing it is to review its crash test ratings and reviews. However it is important to remember that the most crucial factor in determining how safe an infant car seat is how it's used. According to our conversations with NHTSA engineers, the majority of crashes that involve infant car seats are caused by improper use -- or in the case of an inadequate installation or improper restraint of a childand not the actual performance of the seat in the event of a crash.

To ensure that you're using a car seat for your infant properly, search for one that has a clear instruction manual and plenty of indicators that show it's secure and level, including bubbles on the base that inform you EXACTLY where to position the seat. When you install the seat, tighten the straps around the baby's chest and abdomen. The ratcheting sound it makes when you tighten is a good indication.

Also, when you're out and about with your child in car seats, don't leave it unattended, even when you're just going to the shop or taking a short trip to the park. Apart from being a terrible idea in a crash, leaving an infant car seat or carrier on a hard surface outside the vehicle is a risky option that could result in falls and injuries. Seats and carriers that are prone to tipping over or roll could also hit and injure babies or, worse yet they could even suffocate them.

While the decision between an infant car seat and convertible car seats newborn seats or an all-in-one car seats may seem like it's all about the cost, keep in mind that you will need a booster seat at some time. To save money over the long term, choose a convertible or all-in one car seat that gives you more options and last longer than a car seat for infants.