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Keep Your Child in an Infant Car Seat Rear Facing

Insuring that your child is in a car seat for infants rear facing is the safest option. Children should only be able to switch to a forward-facing car seat when they have reached the weight and height limitations of their current car seat.

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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 provide support and support to their head and neck. "Since their spines aren't ossified yet, it's important to keep the force of a crash off their heads and necks," explains Purva Grover, MD, director of Cleveland Clinic Children's Pediatric Emergency Departments. In a frontal collision the baby's head can hit the seat in front of them. This can cause whiplash that is extremely painful or even fatal. In a rear-facing seat the impact is absorbed and absorbed to the rear of the vehicle. Adele says, "It feels like a hug." In addition, the child's legs are tucked into their car seat, which prevents them from being thrown forward against the rear of the seat or any other surface of the vehicle. "This prevents them from colliding with their own body, which can cause internal injuries," she explains.

Many parents are against ERF because they fear their child may become bored or uneasy. My son Lukas has never been uncomfortable or bored. He prefers to sit rear-facing since the seat reclines and allows him to read a book or watch TV while doing so.

However, if you have an older child who is resistant to being in a rear-facing seat because of leg length or any other reason, try to convince them that it's the most secure way for them to travel. Explain that the child is able to remain in the convertible or all-in one car seat so long as the height or weight limit is not over.

Also, make sure to secure your child in a rear-facing car seat using the lower anchor system or seat belt. Don't allow them to wear bulky clothing such as winter coats as they could be swollen during a crash, causing the harness straps to loosen and place your child at risk for injuries. Use the Pinch Test when fitting your child's harness.

Convenience

Many parents prefer to keep infant car seats facing rear as long as possible because they are more user-friendly and more mobile than convertible seats. If you keep your child rear-facing, they may have to be placed in a bassinet or crib for nap or at bedtime. This could mean waking the baby who was sleeping which isn't optimal. However, the advantages of rear facing are greater than any inconvenience.

The headrest is lower for preemies and newborns than for full-term babies. This reduces the force of an accident and ensures that the chest clip of the harness is below or at the shoulders, not at the neck. This is especially important for premature babies, who have weaker bones and aren't ossified due to pregnancy or birth.

The rear-facing position also allows you to see your baby much better than when they are facing forward. This allows you to easily observe their behavior and ensure that they are comfortable and happy. The majority of infant car seat in front seat car seats come with built-in baby mirrors that can be adjusted to see your child from almost every angle.

Once your baby outgrows their car seat as infants, or reaches the height or weight limit set by the seat manufacturer, you can switch to a convertible or an all-in-one car seat that allows them to remain rear facing until they are at least two years old. Some have even higher rear-facing limits than rear-only cars, meaning they can be used for longer.

Convertible car seats or all-in one seats are known for being multi-functional. They can be used in rear-facing, forward-facing or as belt positioning boosters. They typically also come with a large base at the back of your car making them easier to set up and remove. These seats are more expensive than car seats for infants that can be used only once, but they will last longer and will save you money over the course of time.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children ride rear-facing until the maximum height and weight limits that are set by the car seat manufacturer or until they reach at least two years old. Many children are outgrowing their rear-facing rotating infant car seat seat before age two, but don't be tempted to switch them around earlier. It's safer to be patient.

Weight Limits

All infant car seats come with weight and height limits that you need to be aware of. Most infant car seats have a weight limit of 30 to 35 lbs and a height limit of about 30 inches, depending on the model. When your child has reached the limit, you can move up to the next level of safety. You can either choose an adjustable seat that allows your child to sit forward or rear-facing, or an all-in-one car seat.

Apart from a height and weight limit, there are other indicators that indicate your child is ready for the next step in a car seat, such as their comfort level while riding rear facing. You can find these signs in your child's behaviour and compare it to other children similar to yours in their car seats. You can also seek assistance from certified child safety specialists at a car seat inspection station, which are often run by local government agencies or community-based organizations.

Keeping your infant rear facing as long as possible is safest for them, and it's easy to understand why parents are hesitant to move their kids around until they're mature. You can avoid this temptation by making sure that your child's car seats is properly installed and don't switch them to a front-facing seat before they're ready even if their weight or height is within the limits of their existing seat.

Contact a certified child passenger technician if you have any concerns regarding your child's ability to be ready for the next phase of car seats or if you are concerned that you may not install the car seat correctly. These specialists can be found through community groups, local government offices and child passenger safety programs. You are able to locate one near you by looking online or by contacting your local health department or public safety agency. There are also car seat check events that are mobile that will visit your workplace or at home to ensure that you have the correct equipment and are making use of it properly.

Installation

The correct installation of a car seat is essential for its effectiveness. The NHTSA states, with regret, that nearly half of car seats are installed incorrectly. This includes rear-facing seats. The best way to ensure that your child's car seat is correctly installed is to study the manual and have it professionally verified by a certified vehicle safety technician.

The first step when installing a rear-facing infant car seat is to check the angle. You can verify the angle of the base on the side or in the user manual to make sure it is safe for your child's weight.

It is also important to ensure that the head of your baby is positioned correctly in the seat. Babies have large heads and soft necks, and a forward-facing posture could put pressure on their necks and spine during a crash. In a rearward-facing collision the back of a car seat absorbs most of the crash force. This protects the baby car seat’s neck and spinal cord.

When your child has reached the limit of weight or height of the infant car seat it's time to move over to a convertible car seat or all-in one car seat. These can be used in a rear-facing orientation up until the front-facing limit. If you decide to move to a convertible or an all-in-one car seat, make sure that the new model has a higher rearward facing limit. Older models have lower limits.

Parents who frequently transport their children in cars will be able to pick an infant car seat that is able to be removed and attached to a stroller. It can be difficult and time-consuming to move your car seat and stroller into and out of your vehicle each time, particularly when you have a baby. If you're willing to invest the extra time each time to do it done, this could be a viable alternative for many families. Make sure to think ahead and pick a day when you will have plenty of time to spare.