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Five Infant Car Seat Rear Facing Lessons From The Professionals
Keep Your Child in an Infant Car Seat Rear Facing

Keeping your child in a car seat for infants facing rearwards is the most secure option. Children should only be transferred to an infant car seat that faces forward when they reach the weight and height limits of their existing seat.

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Safety Benefits

Using an infant car seat rear facing is the safest option for newborns and babies because it holds and supports their head and neck. "Since their spines aren't ossified yet, it's important to keep the impact of a collision 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 is likely to hit the seat infront of them. This can result in a whiplash that can be severe or even fatal. However, with a rear-facing car seat the impact is taken up by the seat and then dissipated by the back of the vehicle. Adele says, "It feels like a hug." The child's legs can also be placed into the car seat to keep them from being thrown against the rear of the seat or any other surface in 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 believe their child is bored or uncomfortable. My son Lukas has never been uncomfortable or bored. In fact Lukas prefers to ride backwards because the recline feature lets him stretch his legs while reading an article or watch TV.

If you have children who are reluctant to face the rear due to their length of legs or other reasons convince them that this is the best option. 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 that are set by the seat's manufacturer.

Be sure to secure your child in a rear-facing car seat with the lower anchor system of the vehicle or a seat belt. Avoid letting them wear bulky clothing such as winter coats. They can expand during a crash, causing the straps of the harness to loosen. This puts your child at risk of injury. Make sure to use the Pinch Test when fitting your child's harness.

Convenience

Many parents prefer to keep infant car seats rear-facing for as long as they can because they are less cumbersome and more mobile than convertible car seats. However, having your child in a rear-facing seat may mean they have to be put in an infant crib or bassinet during nap times or bedtimes. This may require waking up the sleeping baby, which is never ideal. The security advantages of rear-facing far outweigh the inconvenience, however.

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

Additionally the rear-facing position offers an excellent view of your baby than forward-facing. This allows you to monitor their behavior and ensure that they are happy and comfortable. Many infant car seats have a built-in mirror that can be adjusted so that you can observe your child from any angle.

When your child is no longer in their car seat for infants, or attains 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 models even have higher rear-facing limits than rear-only seats that means they can be used for longer.

Convertible car seats or all-in-ones are well-known for their versatility. They can be used in rear-facing, forward-facing or as a belt positioning booster. They also usually have a larger base in the back of your car which makes them easy to install and remove. These seats are more expensive than infant car seat s that can be used once, but they will 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 and up to at least two years old. Many children grow out of their rear-facing infant car seat before the age of two, but don't be tempted to change them earlier. It's better to be patient.

Weight Limits

All infant car seats come with weight and height limits you need to be aware of. The majority have a maximum weight of 30 to 35 pounds, and an upper height limit of around 30 inches or so, based on the model. When your child has reached the limit, you can move up to the next level of safety. You can choose a convertible seat that allows your child to ride either forward or rear-facing or an all-in-one car seat.

Apart from the weight and height limit, there are other indicators that indicate your child is prepared for the next phase of car seats, such as their level of comfort while riding rear facing. You can observe these signs in your child's behavior and compare it with other children similar to yours in their car seats. You can also seek help from certified child passenger safety technicians at a car seat inspection station which are often operated by local government agencies or community-based organizations.

Keep your infant rear-facing for as long as you can is the best option for them, and it's easy to see why parents are reluctant to turn their kids around until they're fully grown. It's possible to avoid this temptation by making sure that your child's car seat is properly installed and don't switch them to a front-facing car seat before they are ready, even when their weight or height is close to the limits of their existing seat.

If you have questions about whether your child is ready for the next car seat stage or you're concerned that you may not have installed the car seat correctly Contact a certified child passenger safety technician. These experts can be found through community groups, local government offices and child passenger safety programs. You can search for one near you or call your local public safety agency or health department. Mobile car seat check-in events can be held at your office or home to make sure you have the right equipment and are using it correctly.


Installation

The correct installation of a car seat is essential for its effectiveness. The NHTSA has found that almost half of car seats are set up incorrectly. This includes rear-facing seats. The best method to make sure that your infant car seats are installed correctly is to read through the manual, and then have them checked by an accredited car safety technician.

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

Also, ensure that the baby's head is positioned correctly in the seat. The forward-facing position can put pressure on the neck and spine of infants with their large heads and soft necks. In a rear-facing crash the back of the car seat absorbs most of the crash force, which protects the baby's delicate neck as well as spinal cord.

Once your child has reached the weight or height limit of the infant car seat, it's time to change over to a convertible car seat or all-in-one seat. They can be used in a rear-facing position up until the front-facing limit. Make sure to purchase a new infant car seat that has an increased rear-facing limit when you decide to switch to this type of seat, because older models have lower limits.

If you choose an infant car seat that can be detached from the car, and then re-attached to strollers, this is an ideal option for parents who wish to transport their infants in and out of the car often. The only downside to this is that it can be time-consuming and difficult to maneuver the car seat and stroller into and out of your car each time, especially with infants. If you're willing to invest the extra time each time to get it right, this could be a viable option for many families. Plan ahead and pick the day you will have plenty of spare time.

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