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Why You Should Consider a Forward Facing Infant Car Seat

Children younger than one year are not allowed to ride forward-facing. In the event of a crash weak neck muscles can stretch and cause serious injury.

Instead change to FF when your child reaches the weight or height limits of the seat they are currently in (or the minimums required for the new seat). Please review your car seat instructions.

Safety

Infant car seats are made to safeguard the neck and head of your child in the event of an accident. The forward-facing position can also help prevent your baby from crashing their head against the hard back of the car seats newborn seat which could cause serious injuries.

All infant car seats that face forward have five point harnesses that ensure the child's safety with just one pull tightening, and the carrier shell is lined with EPS energy-absorbing foam that provides better protection from impact. Some come with a canopy to provide shade from the sun.

The best infant car seats will come with an adjustable angle adjustment and an angle indicator. This allows you to determine the right angle for your child's neck to prevent it from flopping over during an accident. The top tether strap is attached to the vehicle's tether anchor and is positioned from the top. You should keep in mind that you may not need to change your child's seat to a forward-facing car seat until is at the maximum weight and height specified in the manual for the seat.

When your child reaches 20 lbs and a year old, it's time to switch. Toddlers and babies under one year old have loose, soft neck muscles that can cause whiplash in an accident. In frontal collisions (the most severe and common type) they are more likely to suffer serious neck injuries. Rear-facing car seats shield the neck of children under one year old by cushioning their head.

When children transition to a forward-facing newborn car seat insert seat they should use a convertible or all-in-one seat with a high rear-facing weight and a height limit. The child should not be placed in the booster seat until they have reached the height and age requirements for a high-back or a backless booster, which is usually around age 4 or 5 years old. These crash videos will help you understand the differences between carseats. But keep in mind that the video has been slowed. If a kid moves too fast, they may be injured.

Comfort

A forward-facing infant car seats keeps your child safe and comfortable in the event of an accident. The seat features a soft headrest, a body support cushion, and an EPS energy-absorbing foam to keep your child safe from a collision. The seat also features a five-point harness with easy one-pull tightening and a movable front center adjuster to ensure your child is properly positioned. A retractable sun canopy helps protect your child from the sun. To ensure safety the seat is designed to lock with the vehicle's seat belt and comes with an locking clip that keeps the buckle securely fastened when not in use.

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

It is vital to keep in mind that children aren't yet ready to take on the world until they weigh at least 20 pounds AND one year old (their necks aren't sturdy enough to withstand the force that would be applied to them in a crash in the event of falling forward on their own). Some experts suggest waiting longer, because the bones and muscles of children are more malleable than those of adults.

Many parents opt to purchase convertible car seats that allows their babies to be rear-facing until they reach their maximum weight or height limits. This lets parents enjoy the benefits of a rear-facing seat for a longer amount of time. It can also make it easier for parents as they can easily change their child's position from forward-facing to rear-facing as the child grows out of it.

The Graco 4Ever Convertible Car seat is a four-in-one convertible car seat that allows your child to use the seat for up to 10 years. It can be converted from a rear-facing infant (up to 40 pounds) to a forward-facing harness as well as a high-back seats (30-100 lb), to an unbelt-positioning seat that is backless (40-120 lb). It's simple and easy to install using the Smart Fit system that allows you to move the harness and headrest together, without re-threading.

Convenience

A forward-facing infant car seat is a great option if you're traveling with a toddler. It lets you see your child's face while driving and allows all of your family members to ride in the car without disturbing your infant carrier seat or toddler. This type of car seats can be used with strollers, making it easier to get your child in and out of the vehicle while you are at the grocery store or doing other chores.

Even if your child has reached the age where they can change their car seat to one that is forward-facing, it is safer to keep them in a rear-facing position as long as you are able to. From the point of view of crash tests, a child’s head is safer in the event of a crash if they face backwards. This is due to the fact that when facing backwards the entire body, including the head, neck and torso, are cradled in the car seat's rear.

Check the instructions of the manufacturer to determine how you can rotate your child's seat. They will often have an upper weight and height limit you shouldn't go over and also specific rules for things like crotch buckles. These rules are designed to protect your child as they develop.

Another thing to take into consideration is if you have a vehicle with Tether anchors for your car seat. If so, ensure that the tether is correctly fitted and connected to your vehicle's anchor points according to the instructions in the manual. Also, make sure that the shoulder straps of the harness of your child are at or just below their shoulders, and not too high or low. This can affect how they're secured in the event of the event of a crash.

An excellent option for parents who have multiple children or are planning to have more, is a convertible car seat. It is a one-stop car seat that can start off being used as an infant car seat that faces rearwards before moving your child to a forward-facing position when they're old enough and have reached the weight or height limit for the rear-facing car seat.

Style

The baby car seat was a must-have item for your child, and you spent a lot of time choosing the right one. As your child gets older and outgrows their infant car seat you might wonder if it's time to flip the seat around.

While the idea of having your child face forward is exciting, there are some important safety factors to consider. Children should remain rear-facing until they reach their car seat's maximum weight and height limits.

Be aware that children differ in size and age. Don't base your decision solely on a particular date on the calendar or if you think that they have reached their maximum amount of legroom. It may seem that a child is taller in a rear facing car seat, but that doesn't mean that it is safe to turn them around. Their bones and spine aren't fully developed.

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 year old do not have the strength of their neck muscles to withstand the force of a frontal collision, which can cause serious spinal injuries.

Many infant car seats are not only secure, but also simple to use. Some include bases that snap into and out of the car and allow you to transport your child from the car to a stroller, and back. They are often part an overall travel system.

If you are ready to transition your baby from a rear-facing convertible seat to a forward facing one, make sure you adhere to the guidelines provided by the manufacturer and verify 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 be placed at or above the shoulders of your child. If you have any concerns or questions, talk to a certified car seat safety technician in your area or contact the car seat manufacturer.