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Why You Should Consider a Forward Facing Infant Car SeatChildren younger than one year old should not ride forward-facing. In the event of a crash neck muscles may be stretched and cause serious injury.Instead, switch to FF when your child reaches the height or weight maximums of the seat they are currently in (or the minimums required for a new seat). Make sure you read the instructions for the car seat.SafetyCar seats for infants are designed to protect the head and neck of your child in the event of an accident. The forward-facing position could also help prevent your baby from crashing their head against the hard back of the car seat which could result in serious injuries.All infant car seats that face forward come with five-point harnesses that hold the child in place with just one pull, tightening the strap. the carrier shell is lined with EPS energy-absorbing foam to provide enhanced impact protection. Some have an umbrella that protects from the sun.The best infant car seats will have an adjustable angle adjuster and an angle indicator. This lets you determine the right angle for your child's neck in order to stop it from slipping over in the event of an accident. The seat also comes with a top tether strap that connects to the top of the car seat. It then hooks onto the tether anchor in your vehicle. It's important to keep in mind that your child might not require switching to a forward-facing car seat until they reach the top weight and height allowed listed in the instruction manual for the seat you are using.When your child reaches 20 pounds and one year old is the right time to make the switch. Infants and toddlers younger than one year have soft, loose muscles in their necks that can cause whiplash if involved in an accident. In frontal collisions (the most serious and frequent kind) they are more likely to suffer serious neck injuries. When children younger than 1 year are riding in a rear-facing car seat their heads are cushioned by the car seat and shielded from sudden movements that can cause neck strain.When kids move to an forward-facing car seat they should use a convertible or an all-in-one car seat that has a high rear-facing weight and a height limit. They shouldn't be moved to an adult car seat until they have met the high back or backless booster age and height requirements for the seat typically around age 4 or 5. These crash videos will demonstrate the differences between carseats. But remember, the footage has been slowed. A child can be injured if they move too quickly.ComfortA forward-facing infant car seat keeps your child safe and secure during an accident. The seat has a comfortable headrest and a body support cushion and an EPS energy-absorbing shell to shield your child from the impacts. The seat comes with a five-point safety harness which can be tightened by only one pull, and a center-front adjuster. This will ensure that your child is positioned correctly. A retractable canopy helps protect your child from direct sunlight. For safety, the seat is designed to be secured with the vehicle's seat belt and has an adjustable clip that holds the latch buckle secure when not in use.If your infant complains of discomfort during a trip or appears to slouch forward during sleep, the seat's angle may be too low for them. You can fix this by placing tightly rolled towels underneath the front of the car seat to raise it higher. If this does not work, bring your child to Rockridge Kids and we will check the angle of the car seat.It is important to remember that children are not 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 applied to them by a collision if they were to fall forward on their own). Some experts recommend staying a bit longer, because the muscles and bones of children are more flexible.Many parents decide to purchase a convertible car seat, which allows their babies to travel backwards until they reach the maximum weight or height limit of the seat. This lets parents enjoy the benefits of a rear-facing seat for a longer period of time. It is also easier for parents as they can easily switch their child's seat from rear-facing to forward-facing when the child grows out of it.The Graco 4Ever Convertible car seat is a four-in-one convertible car seat that lets your child use the seat for a period of 10 years. It can be converted from a rear-facing infant (up to 40 lbs) to a forward-facing harness and high-back seats (30-100 lb), to a belt-positioning backless seat (40-120 lbs). The Smart Fit system makes it easy to put in. You can move the harness and headrest together without having to re-thread.ConvenienceWhen traveling with a young infant, a forward-facing infant car seat is a great choice. This allows you to see your child as you drive and the rest of your family can enter the car without disrupting your baby or toddler. This type of car seat can be used with a stroller which makes it easier to carry your little one in and out of your car to go to the store for groceries or other chores.But that even if your child is old enough to move to a forward-facing car seat, it's best to keep them rear-facing as long as possible. From the standpoint of crash tests, children's head is more secure in the event of a crash if they are facing backwards. This is because the entire body -- including the head, neck, and torso is held by the back of the car seat when they're facing in this direction.Check the instructions of the manufacturer to determine when you can rotate your child's seat. You will find that they have an upper and lower limit, as well as specific guidelines regarding things like the crotch strap's location. These limits are intended to protect your child's safety as they grow.You should also think about whether your vehicle is equipped with Tether anchors. If so, make sure that the tether is correctly installed and tied to the anchor points of your vehicle according to the instructions in the manual. Lastly, you'll want to make sure that the harness shoulder straps are at or just above your child's shoulders and not too high or low because this can affect the way they are restrained in a crash.A great option for parents with more than one child or plan to have more, is convertible car seats. It is a convertible car seat that can be used as a rear-facing infant car seat and then moved to a forward facing seat once your child has reached the height or weight limits of the rear-facing position.infant carrier seat for your baby was a must-have for your child and you spent much time deciding the best one. As your child gets older and outgrows their infant car seat you may wonder if it is time to flip the seat around.While the idea of having your child face forward can be thrilling, there are important safety considerations that you must keep in mind. Kids should remain rear facing until they reach the maximum height and weight limit for their particular car seat.Keep in mind that children vary in terms of size and age. Don't base your decision on a specific date on the calendar, or if you think they have reached their maximum legroom. Children may appear larger in a rear-facing car seat but that doesn't necessarily mean that it's safe for turning them around, as their spine and bones aren't fully developed yet.It is recommended that you keep your child rear-facing until they are at least one year old. certain infant car seats have a built-in reminder to keep them there. This is due to the fact that children under one year old do not have enough neck muscles to withstand a frontal impact, which could result in serious spinal injuries.In addition to being secure, many infant car seats come with convenient features that make them simple to use. Some of them have bases that snap in 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're ready to move your child to forward-facing convertible car seats ensure that you do so correctly by following all of the manufacturer's instructions and then examining the car seat for tightness. When installed properly, the car seat shouldn't move more than one inch side to side or from front to back, and the harness straps must be at or above your child's shoulders. If you have questions or concerns about the fitting of your car seat, call a certified safety technician in your locality or the car seat manufacturer.