You’re driving home from work, your kids are in the backseat and you have a decision to make. You can either turn the car seat to face them or you can keep it facing the front. Which is the right decision? The answer is: It depends. Here’s why: Turning the car seat to face your child allows them to see what’s going on outside, while keeping them safe in case of an accident. It also gives them a better view of the world and could help instill a love for cars and travel. On the other hand, turning the car seat so that your child is facing forward provides protection during accidents and keeps them comfortable. Additionally, this position limits how much time they can spend looking out the window and could instead encourage them to focus on their surroundings.
When Babies Can Start Riding In The Car
When babies can start riding in the car
If you’re wondering when your baby is ready to ride in the car, it’s typically recommended that they are able to sit up unaided, hold their head up and maintain neck control. These milestones should come gradually over several months; once they’ve achieved them, you can start putting them in the car seat without any safety concerns. Here are a few more pointers to keep in mind:
– Make sure the car seat is installed correctly and there is enough room for your baby to move around and breathe.
– Keep a close eye on your child while they’re traveling in the car and make sure they remain safe and comfortable by following these tips:
– Place them facing forward or rearward so that they stay as calm as possible.
– Keep an eye on theirjamin levels (temperature, breathing, heart rate) at all time
When Toddlers Can Ride In The Car
Toddlers can ride in the car with proper restraint, typically starting at around 12 to 16 months old. Older toddlers may be able to use a child safety seat, but they should only be used if it is appropriate for their age and size. If your toddler is taller than 32 inches or is over 50 pounds, then they may not fit properly in a standard child safety seat. Instead, they might need a booster seat or an adult-sized car seat.
When Preschoolers Can Ride In The Car
Preschoolers can ride in the car safely when they are secure in an appropriate car seat and wearing a properly fitted safety belt. infant seats that are rear-facing should remain used until at least age 2, and children should not ride in the front seat of a car until they are at least 4 years old and taller than 40 inches. When riding in the car, preschoolers should be kept entertained by listening to music or watching a movie or TV show on DVD or streaming service, playing games like “Simon Says” or “Candy Land,” or looking out the window.
When School-Age Kids Can Ride In The Car
When school-age kids can ride in the car
When school-age kids can ride in the car depends on their age, weight and size. For children younger than 12 months old, they must be seated in a rear-facing car seat or harnessed in a child safety seat. Larger children over 12 months old can ride in a forward-facing car seat, but they must be secured by a tether system or an appropriate lap belt. All children ages 3 and older should use a seat belt and shoulder harnesses if they are riding in the front passenger seat.
When Teens Can Ride In The Car
There’s no one right answer to this question – it depends on your child’s age, size, and weight. But generally, by the time your teen is 12 or 13 years old and has reached a weight of around 70 pounds (32kg), they can usually ride in the passenger seat without craning their necks. If your child is still too small or light, you may need to use a carseat belt system with them in the rear seat. And if they’re older and heavier, you may be able to move them up to the front seat. Just make sure that they’re secure in a seatbelt – even if they’re only sitting in the back!
When Older Kids Can Ride In The Car
If your child is at least 8 years old, they are ready to ride in the car without a safety belt. Children this age can sit in the center of the seat, using an appropriate child harness. Make sure the car seat is installed properly and use the safety belts if needed. If your child is over 4 feet 9 inches tall, they’re too big for a child harness and will need a seat belt.
How to Safely Turn Your Car Seat
When you are ready to turn your car seat, take the time to do it safely.
1. Check the car seat manual to see when your seats are supposed to be turned.
2. Watch these safety tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics:
-Always use properly installed car seats and belts;
-Don’t put children in unsafe positions;
-Keep children as close to their parents or guardians as possible while travelling in cars; and
-Ensure that kids who are using child passenger restraints are fit properly and safe for the activity being undertaken.
Conclusion
If you have a new baby, you likely know that turning the car seat is an important part of keeping your child safe while traveling in the car. However, it can be difficult to know exactly when you should turn the seat and when you shouldn’t. In this article, we’ll provide guidelines on when to turn the car seat based on age and weight. Finally, be sure to check our guide on how to install a safety harness for infants for more information on keeping your child secure in the car.