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Keep Your Child in an Infant Car Seat Rear Facing

Keep your child in a car seat that is rear facing is the safest option. Children should only be moved to a car seat that faces forward when they reach the maximum weight and height of the seat they are currently in.

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Safety Benefits

Rear-facing infant car seats are the most secure choice for newborns and small babies. This is because they support and cradle their necks and heads. "Since their spines aren't fully ossified yet, it's important to keep the force of a crash off their necks and heads" says Purva Grover, MD, director of Cleveland Clinic Children's Pediatric Emergency Departments. In a frontal crash the baby's head could strike the seat in front of them, creating whiplash that could be fatal or severe. In a rear-facing car seat, however, the impact is absorbed by the seat and then dissipated in the back of the newborn car seat insert. Adele says, "It feels like a hug." In addition, the child's legs are secured into their car seat, which prevents them from being thrown forward against the back of the front seat or any other surfaces in the vehicle. "This stops them from hitting their own body, which can cause internal injuries," she explains.

Many parents avoid ERF because they think their child will be uncomfortable or bored. My son Lukas has never been bored or uncomfortable. In fact, he prefers to ride backwards because the recline feature allows him to stretch his legs while reading a book or watch tv.

If you have a child who is reluctant to be rear-facing because of their length of legs or other reasons, convince them that this is the best infant car seat option. Explain that they can stay in their convertible or all-in-one car seats as long as they do not exceed the height or weight limits that are set by the seat's manufacturer.

Make sure you secure your child in a rear-facing car seat with the lower anchor system of the vehicle or a seat belt. Do not let them wear bulky clothing, such as winter coats. These can compress when a collision occurs, which can cause the harness straps to become loose. This puts your child at risk of injury. Always use the Pinch Test to ensure a secure fit.

Convenience

Many parents prefer to keep their infant car seats rear-facing for as long as is possible, as they are simple to use and are more portable than convertible car seats. However, having your child in a rear-facing seat could mean that they need to be put in an infant crib or bassinet during nap times or times of bedtime. This could mean waking the child who is sleeping, which is not ideal. However, the benefits of rear facing outweigh any inconvenience.

Preemies and newborns are smaller than full-term infants which means that the headrest of their car seat is lower. This reduces the impact of an accident. It also ensures that the chest clip of the harness is below or at the shoulders, and not at the neck. This is especially important for premature babies, who have weaker bones and still aren't ossified due to pregnancy or birth.

The rear-facing position allows you to see your baby much better than a forward-facing position. This allows you to observe their behavior, and ensure they are content and happy. Many baby car seats have built-in baby mirrors that can be adjusted to view your child from almost every angle.

Once your baby outgrows their car seat for infants, or attains the weight or height limit set by the manufacturer of their seat you can move to a convertible or an all-in-one car seat that will allow them to remain rear facing until they reach two years old. Some have even higher rear-facing limits than rear-only seats, meaning they can be used for longer.

Convertible car seats or all-in-ones are well-known for their versatility. They can be used in rear-facing, forward-facing or as a belt positioning booster. They are also simpler to install and remove due to their large base at the back of your car. They're more expensive than single-use infant car seats, however, they last longer than a standard infant seat and will save you money in the long run.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children ride rear-facing to the maximum height and weight limit that are set by their car seat manufacturer or until they reach at minimum two years old. It is common for children to outgrow their rear-facing infant car seat in front seat car seat before they turn two years old. However, it's better to wait.

Weight Limits

You should be aware that all infant car seats have weight and height restrictions. The majority of infant car seats have a maximum weight limit of 30 to 35 lbs and a height limit of about 30 inches, based on the model. When your child has reached these limits, it's the time to move on to the next stage of safety. This could be a convertible car seat that can be switched between forward and rear facing, or an all-in-one seat that allows your child to ride in a rear-facing position until they reach the maximum height and weight recommended by the manufacturer.

There are other aspects aside from the weight and height limit that can indicate if your child is ready to make the next step in a car seat. One of these is their comfort level when riding backwards. You can identify these signs by watching your child's behavior, and then looking at other children in their car seats. You can also ask for help from certified child safety experts at a car seat inspection station, which are often run by local government agencies or community-based organizations.

It is best to keep your rotating infant car seat rear-facing as long as you can. This is why many parents wait until their children are fully mature before allowing them to turn around. It's possible to avoid this temptation if you make sure that your child's car seat is installed correctly and don't change them to a front-facing seat before they're ready even when their weight or height is near the limits of their current seat.

If you're unsure whether your child is ready to move on to the next stage in their car seat or you're worried you might not have installed their current car seat in a correct manner contact a certified child safety technician. These experts are available through community groups, local government offices, and child passenger safety programs. You can search for one near you, or contact your local public safety agency or health department. There are also car seat check events that are mobile that will visit your home or workplace to help ensure you have the proper equipment and are using it correctly.

Installation

A car seat needs to be properly installed to be effective. The NHTSA has found that almost half of car seats are installed incorrectly. This includes rear-facing seats. The best way to make sure that your child's car seats are correctly installed is to go through the instructions, and after that, have them checked by an accredited car safety technician.

The first step when installing an infant rear facing car seat is to determine the angle. You can examine the angle of the base on the side or in the user manual to ensure it is safe for your child's weight.

Also, ensure that the baby's head is correctly positioned in the seat. The forward-facing position can create pressure on the neck and spine of babies due to their hefty heads and soft necks. In a rearward-facing collision, a car seat's back absorbs the majority of the collision force. This helps protect the baby's neck and the spinal cord.

When your child has reached the limit of weight or height of the infant car seat, it is time to switch over to a convertible car seat or all-in-one seat. These seats can be used in a rear-facing position to the front-facing limit. If you decide to move to a convertible or all-in-one car seat, ensure that the new model has a greater rearward-facing limit. Older models have lower limits.

Parents who frequently transport their infants by car will find it convenient to pick an infant car seat that is able to be removed and connected to strollers. The only downside to this is that it can be time-consuming and difficult to maneuver the car seat and stroller into and out of your vehicle each time, especially with infants. This can be a good infant car seats option for a lot of families, if they are willing to spend the time to do it right every time. Be sure to plan ahead and select a day when you will have plenty of time to spare.