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Keep Your Child in an Infant Car Seat Rear Facing

Insuring that your child is in a car seat that is rear facing is the safest option. Children should only be transferred to an infant car seat that faces forward once they have reached the weight and height limits of their existing seat.

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Safety Benefits

Rear-facing infant car seats are the safest option for newborns and young babies. This is because they support and cradle their necks and heads. "Since their spines aren't ossified yet, it's important to keep the force of a crash off their heads and necks," says Purva Grover, MD, director of Cleveland Clinic Children's Pediatric Emergency Departments. In a frontal collision, the baby's head is likely to hit the seat infront of them. This can cause whiplash that can be severe or even fatal. In a rear-facing seat the impact is absorbed and dissipated at the back of the car. Adele says, "It feels like a hug." Additionally the child's legs are secured into their car seat, which prevents them from being thrown forward by the rear of the seat or other vehicle surfaces. "This prevents a collision with their bodies, which causes internal injuries," she explains.

Many parents are opposed to ERF because they fear their child will be bored or uncomfortable. My son Lukas has never been uncomfortable or bored. He prefers sitting rear-facing since the seat reclines and allows him to read or watch TV while doing so.

However, if you have an older child who is resistant to being in a rear-facing seat due to of leg length or other reasons Try to convince them that it's the safest method of travel for them. Explain that they are able to stay in their convertible or all-in one car seats as long as they do not exceed the height or weight limits set by the manufacturer of the seat.

Make sure you secure your child in a rear-facing car seat using the lower anchor system of the vehicle or a seat belt. Don't allow them to wear bulky clothing like winter coats, since they can compress during a crash, causing the harness straps to loosen and put your child at risk of injury. Use the Pinch Test when fitting your child's harness.

Convenience

Many parents prefer to keep their infant car seats facing rear for as long as they can because they are easy to use and more mobile than convertible car seats. If you choose to keep your child rear-facing, they may have to be placed in a crib or bassinet at nap or bedtime. This may require waking up the lightweight baby car seat who is sleeping, which is never the best option. However, the advantages of rear facing are greater than any discomfort.

The headrest is lower for preemies and newborns than for full-term babies. This reduces the force of an impact and also ensures that the harness' chest clip is at or below their shoulders, not at their necks. This is particularly important for premature babies who have weaker bones and still aren't fully ossedified from pregnancy or birth.

The position that faces the rear allows you to observe your baby more clearly than the forward-facing position. This allows you to monitor their behavior and ensure that they are comfortable and content. The majority of infant car seats come with a built-in mirror that can be adjusted so you can view your child from any angle.

You can choose a convertible car seat or an all-in one seat to keep your child rear-facing until they reach the maximum weight or height limit. Some even have higher rear-facing limits than the rear-only seats that means they can be used for longer.

All-in-one or convertible car seats are known for their flexibility. They can be used rear facing or forward facing, as well as belt-positioning boosters. They typically also have a large base in the back of your car making them easier to set up and remove. They're more expensive than single-use infant car seats however, they last longer than an infant car seat and can 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 the car seat manufacturer or until they reach at minimum two years old. It is normal for children to outgrow their rear-facing infant car seat by the time they turn two years old. But, it's always better to hold off until they reach the age of two.

Weight Limits

You should be aware that all infant car seats come with weight and height restrictions. The majority of 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 are able to move 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.

There are other factors apart from the weight and height limit that can tell you if your child is ready to make the next step in a car seat. One of these is their comfort level when riding in a rear-facing. You can look for these indicators by observing your child's behavior and looking at other children in their car seats. You can also ask for assistance from a certified child passenger safety experts at a car seat inspection station, which are often run by local government agencies or community-based organizations.

Remaining rear-facing for your infant for as long as is possible is the most secure option for them and it's easy to understand why parents are hesitant to move their children around until they're mature. You can avoid this temptation by making sure that your child's car seat is installed correctly and doesn't change to a front-facing seat before they are ready, even when their weight or height is near the limits of their current seat.

You can contact a certified child passenger technician if you have any questions about your child's readiness for the next stage of car seats or if you are worried that you might not installing the car seat correctly. These specialists can be found through community organizations, local government offices, and child safety programs. You can find one near you by searching online or calling your local health department or public safety agency. Mobile car seat check-in events can be held at your workplace or at home to make sure you have the right equipment and are using it correctly.

Installation

A car seat has to be installed correctly in order to be efficient. Unfortunately, the NHTSA states that nearly 50% of car seats are installed incorrectly (and this includes rear facing). The best infant car seat way to make sure that your child's car seat is correctly installed is to read the manual and have it professionally examined by a certified car safety technician.

The first step to install a rear facing infant car seat is to test 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. Forward-facing positions can create pressure on the spine and neck of babies with their heavy heads and soft necks. In a rear-facing collision the back of a car seat absorbs the majority of the crash force. This helps protect the baby's neck and spinal cord.

Once 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. They can be used in a rear-facing position until the front-facing limit. If you decide to move to a convertible or all-in-1 car seat, ensure that the new model has a higher rearward-facing limit. Older models have lower limits.

If you choose an infant car seat that can be removed from the car and then reattached to strollers, this is a great option for parents who want to take their infants into and out of the car frequently. The only downside to this is that it can be time-consuming and difficult to move the stroller and car seat in and out of your vehicle each time, especially with a newborn car seat. However, if you are willing to invest the extra time each time to get it done, this could be a viable alternative for many families. Plan ahead and pick the day you will have plenty of spare time.