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Keep Your Child in an Infant Car Seat Rear Facing

The safest way to keep your child in an portable infant car seat car seat that faces rearwards is to keep them there. Children should only be moved to an infant car seat that faces forward when they reach the limit of their weight and height in the seat they are currently in.

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Safety Benefits

Utilizing a car seat for infants rear facing is the most secure option for newborns and babies due to the way it holds and supports their neck and head. Purva Grover MD director of Cleveland Clinic Children's Pediatric Emergency Departments, explains that since their spines aren't fully ossed, it is crucial to keep the force from the crash away from their heads and necks. In a frontal crash the head of a child would hit the seat in front of them, creating whiplash effects that can be fatal or severe. In a rear-facing car seat, the impact is absorbed by the seat and then dissipated in the back of the vehicle. Adele says, "It feels like a hug." In addition, the child's legs are put into their car seat, which prevents them from being thrown forward by the back of the front seat or any other surface of the vehicle. "This helps to prevent collisions with their own bodies, which can cause internal injuries," she explains.

Many parents avoid ERF because they fear their child will be uncomfortable or bored. My son Lukas has never been bored or uncomfortable. He prefers sitting in the rear since the seat reclines and allows him to read, or watch TV while he does so.

If you do have an older child who isn't keen on being in a rear-facing seat due to of leg length or any other reason try convincing them that it's the most secure way for them to travel. Explain that they can remain in their convertible or all-in one car seats as long as they do not exceed the height or weight limits set by the seat manufacturer.

Be sure to secure your child in a rear-facing car seat tightly by using the vehicle's lower anchor system or seat belt. Don't allow them to wear bulky clothes such as winter coats as they can compress in a crash and cause the straps of the harness to become loose, putting your child at risk of injury. Always make use of the Pinch Test to ensure a tight fit.

Convenience

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

Newborn babies and preemies are smaller than full-term newborns, so the headrest of their car seats is lower. This reduces the force of an impact and also ensures that the harness's chest clip is placed below their shoulders instead of at their necks. This is particularly important for premature babies, who have weaker bones, and haven't ossified from pregnancy or birth.

Additionally, the rear-facing position provides a much better view of your baby than the forward-facing position. This lets you monitor their behavior, and ensure they are comfortable and content. Most infant car seat swivel car seats come with built-in baby mirrors that can be adjusted to view your child from almost any angle.

When your child is no longer in their infant car seat, or is at the weight or height limit recommended by the manufacturer of their seat, you can switch to a convertible or all-in-1 car seat that will allow them to remain rear facing until they reach two years old. Some rear-facing car seats have limits that are higher than rear-only car seats which allows them to be used for longer.

All-in-one or convertible car seats are known for their versatility. They can be used rear facing or forward facing, as well as belt-positioning boosters. They are also easy to set up and take down because they are built with a large base that is located at the rear of your car. These seats are more expensive than car seats for infants that can be used once, but they'll last longer and save you money over the course of time.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children ride rear-facing to the maximum height and weight limit allowed by the car seat manufacturer or until they reach at least two years old. Many children grow out of their rear-facing infant car seat before the age of two However, don't be enticed to switch them around earlier. It's safer to keep it in the rear for a while.

Weight Limits

You must be aware that all infant car seats come with weight and height limits. The majority of infant car seats have a maximum weight limit of 30 to 35 lbs and a height limit of around 30 inches, depending on the model. When your child has reached the limits, you can move up to the next level of security. You can opt for a convertible seat that permits your child to be forward or rear-facing, or an all-in-one car seat.

There are other aspects, besides the weight and height limits, which can help you determine whether your child is ready to go up a level in a car seat. One of them is their comfort level riding rear-facing. You can observe these signs in your child's behaviour and compare it to other children similar to them in their car seats. You can also ask for assistance from a certified child passenger safety specialists at a car seat inspection station, which are often run by local government agencies or community groups.

It's recommended to keep your child rear-facing for as long as you can. This is why a lot of parents wait until their children are grown before turning them around. You can avoid this temptation if you make sure that your child's car seat is properly installed and don't change them to a front-facing car seat before they are ready, even when their weight or height is close to the limits of their current seat.

If you're unsure whether your child is ready for the next stage in their car seat or you're concerned that you may not be installing their current car seat correctly contact an accredited child safety technician. They are available through community groups such as hospitals, local government offices, and child safety programs. You can search online for a specialist near you, or contact your local public health or safety department. Mobile car seat check-in events can be held at your office or home to ensure that you have the right equipment and are using it correctly.

Installation

The correct installation of a car seat is essential for its effectiveness. Unfortunately, the NHTSA estimates that more than half of all car seats are installed incorrectly (and this includes rear facing). The best way to be sure that your infant car seats are correctly installed is to read through the manual, and after that, have them assessed by a certified vehicle safety technician.

The angle check is the first step in installing an infant car seat that faces rearwards. Check that the base of the car seat is in a safe position for the weight of your baby, which you can find on the the base of the base or in the user manual.

Also, make sure that your baby's head is in the right angle in the seat. The forward-facing position can put pressure on the neck and spine of babies due to their hefty heads and soft necks. In a rear-facing crash the back of the car seat absorbs most of the crash force, which shields the baby seat's delicate neck and spinal cord.

When your child is at the weight or height limit of the infant car seat it's time to move to a convertible seat or all-in one car seat. These can be used in a rear-facing position until the front-facing limit. Make sure you purchase a new infant car seat that has more rear-facing capacity if you switch to this type of seat as older models have lower limits.

Parents who frequently transport their children by car will find it convenient to pick an infant car seat that is able to be removed and attached to strollers. It can be difficult and time-consuming to move your stroller and car seat in and out of the vehicle each time, particularly when you have a baby. If you're willing to take the extra time each time to do it right, this can be a great option for a lot of families. Make sure you plan ahead, and choose a day when you will have plenty of time spare.