How Do You Choose A Safe Car Seat?
Car seat guidelines, recommendations, and safety standards have changed dramatically over the years. Whether you are pregnant and need to buy a car seat for a newborn, or have a toddler who is ready to transition to a larger car seat, shopping for a car seat can be time consuming and confusing. Follow these steps to guide yourself through the process of choosing a safe car seat for your child. INFANTS Choose a rear-facing car seat if you have an infant. Babies’ necks are not strong enough to support their heads in the event of a head on collision. A rear-facing car seat provides babies with the extra support and safety that their little bodies need. Most rear-facing car seats accommodate babies until they weigh 20 pounds, but some seats, such as the Graco Snugride 32, accommodate children up to 32 pounds and 32 inches, so you can keep your child rear-facing longer. TODDLERS/PRE-SCHOOLERS Upgrade to a forward-facing car seat when a child is over 20 pounds and more than one year old. Onc
