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Why You Should Consider a Forward Facing Infant Car Seat Children younger than one year should NOT ride facing towards the forward. In a crash, their weak neck muscles can stretch and cause serious injury. Instead switch to FF when your child is at the maximum height or weight limit of the seat they are currently in (or the minimums for a new seat). Please review your car seat instructions. Safety In the case of a collision, infant car seats are designed to protect your child's head and neck. The forward-facing position could also prevent your child from crashing their head against the back of the car seat, which could result in serious injuries. All forward-facing infant seats feature five-point harnesses. They can secure the child by pulling the straps. The carrier shell is lined with energy-absorbing foam EPS for better impact protection. Some also have a canopy to provide shade from the sun. The most effective infant car seats include an adjustable angle adjuster and an angle indicator. This allows you to determine the right angle for your child's neck in order to stop it from slipping over in the event of collisions. The top tether strap is attached to the tether anchor on the vehicle and comes from the top. It's important to keep it in mind that your child may not require a switch to a forward-facing car seat until they reach the top weight and height allowed listed in the instruction manual of the seat you're using. When your child is 20 lbs and one year, it's time to make the switch. Children and toddlers younger than one year have soft, loose muscles in their necks that can cause whiplash if they are involved 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 safeguard the necks of children less than one year old by cushioning their head. When Pushchairs And Prams move to a forward-facing car seat they should remain in a convertible or all-in-one seat that has a strong rear-facing weight and a height limit. They shouldn't be moved to a booster seat until they have met the high back or backless booster seat age and height requirement, which usually means at around the age of 4 or 5. You can see the difference in these carseats when you watch these crash videos but remember that the video is slow-motion. If a child is moving too fast, they may be injured. Comfort A forward-facing infant car seat allows your baby to enjoy a comfortable ride and stay secure during a crash. The seat features a soft headrest, body support cushion, and an EPS energy-absorbing foam shell that will keep your child safe from impact. The seat also comes with a five-point harness with easy one-pull tightening and a movable front center adjuster to ensure your child is properly positioned. A retractable canopy protects your child from sun. The seat can be locked to the belts of the vehicle for safety. It also comes with a clip to lock the buckle secure even when the seat isn't being used. If your child complains of discomfort or appears to slump forward during sleep It could be due to the angle of the car seat is too low. You can remedy this by placing tightly folded towels on the front of the car seat to lift it up more. If this still doesn't help, you can bring your baby to Rockridge Kids to have us assess the angle of their carseat. It is crucial to remember that children aren't ready to stand up and face forward until they are at least 20 pounds and one year old (their necks aren't strong enough to withstand a force that is applied to them by a collision if they were to fall forward on their own). Some experts suggest taking longer to wait since the bones and muscles of children are more malleable. Many parents choose to buy convertible car seats that lets their infants move rearwards until they reach maximum weight or height limits. This allows parents to enjoy the benefits a rear-facing seat for a longer period of time. It is also easier for them as they can easily change their child's position from rear-facing to forward-facing when the child grows out of it. The Graco 4Ever Convertible car seat is a convertible 4-in-1 car seat that lets your child use the seat for a period of 10 years. It can be converted from rear-facing infant (up to 40lbs) to forward-facing harness and high-back seat (30-100 lbs) and then to a backless belt-positioning seat (40-120 lb). The Smart Fit system makes it easy to put in. You can move the headrest and harness together without re-threading. Convenience A forward-facing infant car seat is a fantastic option for traveling with a child who is young. It lets you view your child's face while driving and allows everyone else in the family to ride in the car without disturbing your baby or toddler. This type of car seats can be used with strollers which makes it easier for you to get your child into and out of the vehicle when going to the shop or running errands. Even when your child is at the age at which they can switch to a car seat that faces forward it is better to keep them in a rear-facing seat for as long as you are able to. If you view it from the standpoint of crash tests, children's head is safer in a frontal crash if they are facing backwards. This is because the whole body — including the head neck, torso, and head is held by the car seat's back when they face in this direction. Check the instructions of the manufacturer to see the time you can rotate the seat of your child. There will be the weight and height limit that you shouldn't go over, as well as specific rules regarding things like the crotch buckle's position. These limits are meant to ensure the safety of your child as they grow. Another thing to consider is if you have an automobile with Tether anchors for your car seat. If you do, ensure that the strap is correctly installed and connected to the vehicle's anchor points according to the instruction in the seat's manual. Last but not least, make sure that the shoulder straps of your child's harness are at or just below their shoulders, and are not too low or high. This will affect how they are restrained during an accident. A convertible car seat is a great choice for parents with multiple children or who plan to have more children. It's a convertible car seat that can be used as a rear-facing infant 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 spent much time deciding the right one. However, as they age and begin to outgrow their car seat for infants you might be wondering if it's the right time to switch them around. While the idea of having your baby face forward could be thrilling, there are important safety considerations that you should keep in mind. Children should be rear-facing until they reach the maximum height and weight limit for their particular car seat. Be aware that children are very different in size and age, so you should never base the decision to change to a forward-facing car seat on some specific date on the calendar or when they've reached their maximum legroom. It may appear that a child is larger in a rear facing car seat, but that does not mean that it's safe to turn your child around. Their bones and spine aren't fully developed. It is recommended that you keep your child rear-facing until they are at least one year old. certain infant car seats come with an integrated reminder to keep them there. This is because children under one don't have enough neck muscles that can be able to withstand a collision with a frontal force that could cause serious spinal injuries. Many infant car seats are not only secure, but also simple to use. These include bases that stay in the car and snap out and in to allow you to carry your baby from car to stroller or back, and they often pair with a frame stroller as part of the travel system. If you're about to transition your baby to a forward-facing convertible car seat, be sure to do so correctly by following all of the manufacturer's instructions and checking the car seat for tightness. The car seat should not move more than one inch from side to side or from front to back, when installed correctly. The harness straps should be placed at or above the shoulders of your child. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the installation of your car seat, contact an approved safety technician in your area or the manufacturer of the car seat.