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Why You Should Consider a Forward Facing Infant Car Seat

Children younger than one year should NOT ride facing forward. In the event of a crash neck muscles that are weak can stretch and cause serious injury.

Instead, switch to FF when your child is at the weight or height limits of their current seat (or the minimums for the new seat). Please review your car seat instructions.

Safety

maxi-cosi-cabriofix-i-size-baby-car-seat-0-12-months-max-12kg-lightweight-car-seat-newborn-3-2kg-large-sun-canopy-extra-padded-seat-fits-most-maxi-cosi-pushchairs-essential-black-1114.jpgIn the case of a collision, infant car seats are designed to protect your child's neck and head. The forward-facing position could also help prevent your baby from hitting their head on the hard back of the car seat which could cause serious injuries.

All infant seats with a forward-facing feature five-point harnesses, which secure the child by simply pulling the straps. The shell of the car seat is lined with energy-absorbing foam EPS to offer better protection from impact. Some have an umbrella that protects from the sun.

The best infant car seats will include an angle indicator as well as an adjustable angle adjuster which allows you to determine the ideal angle for your child's head to stop them from falling over in a collision. The seat also has an upper tether strap that connects to the top of the car seat and connects to the tether anchor within your vehicle. It is important to remember that you may not need to switch your child to a forward facing car seat until he / is at the maximum weight and height as stated in the manual of the seat.

When your child is 20 lbs and one year is over, it's time to change. Babies and toddlers under one year old have loose, soft neck muscles that can cause whiplash when they are in an accident. They are more likely to sustain serious neck injuries when they travel in a frontal crash (the most common and severe type). If children under the age of 1 are riding in a rear-facing car seat their head is cushioned by the car seat and protected from sudden movements that could cause neck strain.

When children move to a forward-facing car seat, they still need a convertible or an all-in-one that has a high rearward weight and a height limit. They shouldn't be moved to a booster seat until they reach the high back or backless booster age and height requirements for the seat which is usually around age 4 or 5. It is evident the difference in these carseats when you look at these crash videos, but remember that the video is reduced in speed. A child could be injured if they move too quickly.

Comfort

A forward facing infant car seat for travel car seat allows your infant to ride comfortably and be secure in an accident. The seat comes with a soft cushion for the headrest and body as well as an EPS energy-absorbing cover to protect your child from collision. The seat also comes with five-point harnesses with simple one-pull tightening and an adjustable center front adjuster to ensure your child is correctly positioned. A retractable canopy helps protect your child from direct sunlight. The seat can be locked to the belts of the vehicle for safety. It also has a clip to lock the latch buckle fastened when the seat isn't in use.

If your child complains of discomfort or seems to slump forward during sleep, it may be because the angle of the car seat is too low. This can be corrected by placing a towel that is tightly folded underneath the front of your car seat. If this doesn't help, you can bring your baby to Rockridge Kids to have us assess the angle of their car seat.

Be aware that children should not face forward until they weigh at least 20 pounds and are one year old. Their necks are still not strong enough to withstand the force of a collision, if they were to fall forward on their own. Some experts recommend waiting even longer, because the muscles and bones of children are more flexible than those of adults.

Many parents opt to purchase a convertible car seat that allows their children to move rearwards until they reach their maximum weight or height limits. This lets them enjoy the benefits of a rear-facing car seat for much longer and is easier for parents as they can simply move their child from the rear-facing position to the forward-facing one when their child is no longer in the position.

The Graco 4Ever 4-in-1 Convertible Car Seat offers your child 10 years of car seat use in just one seat, ranging from rear-facing infant (4-40 lbs) to forward-facing 5-point harness and high back booster (30-100 lb) to a backless belt-positioning booster (40-120 lb). The Smart Fit system makes it easy to install. You can move the harness and headrest together without having to re-thread.

Convenience

When traveling with a young infant, a forward-facing infant car seat is an excellent choice. It allows you to watch your child while driving and the rest of your family members can get into the car without disturbing your toddler or baby car seat. This type of car seat can also be used with a stroller which makes it easier to carry your little one in and out of your newborn car seat insert for trips to the grocery store or other errands.

However that even if your child is old enough to transition to a forward-facing car seat, it's better to keep them rear-facing for as long as possible. If you view it from the perspective of crash tests, children's head is more secure in a frontal crash if they are facing backwards. This is because the entire body -- including the head as well as neck and torso is supported by the seat's back when they face in this direction.

Read the instruction manual of the manufacturer to see the time you can rotate your child's seat. They will often have the weight and height limit that you should not go over as well as specific rules regarding things like the crotch buckle's position. These guidelines are designed to safeguard your child as they grow.

It is also important to consider whether your vehicle has anchors for tethers. If yes, ensure that the tether is installed and tied to your vehicle's anchor points according to the instructions in the manual. Additionally, you'll need to make sure that the shoulder straps of your harness are placed at or just above the shoulders of your child and not too low or high in order to affect how well they are secured in the event of the event of a crash.

A great option for parents with several children or are planning to have more children is a convertible car seat. It's a convertible car seat that can be used as an infant rear-facing car seat and then converted to a forward-facing car seat when your child reaches the weight or height limits of the rear-facing position.

Style

The car seat for your baby was a must for your baby and you've spent a lot of time choosing the right one. As your child grows older and outgrows their car seat for infants, you might be wondering if it's time to turn the seat around.

While the idea of facing your child forward is thrilling, there are a few important safety considerations to keep in mind. Children should remain rear-facing until they reach the maximum weight of their car seat and height limits.

Keep in mind that children vary in terms of size and age. You shouldn't base your decision solely on a particular date on the calendar, or if you think that they have reached their maximum length. A child may appear bigger in the rear-facing car seat however, that doesn't mean it's safe to turn around, as their spine and bones aren't fully developed yet.

Some infant car seats have an alarm built-in to remind that your child to remain rear-facing until they're one year old. This is because children under one don't have strong enough neck muscles to withstand the whiplash of a collision with a car in front, which can result in serious spinal injuries.

Many infant car seats are not only safe, but they are also simple to use. Some of them have bases that snap into and out of the car which allows you to take your child from the car to a stroller and back. They are often part the travel system.

If you are ready to switch your child's rear-facing convertible seat to a forward-facing one, be sure to adhere to all the instructions given by the manufacturer. Also, make sure you check the tightness of your car seat. The car seat should not move more than one inch from side to side or front to rear when properly installed. The harness straps should also be at or above the shoulders of your child. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the installation of your car seat, call a certified safety technician in your locality or the manufacturer of your car seat.

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