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Can an Infant Car Seat Be Placed in Front Seat?

When children outgrow their infant car seats, they can change to convertible or all-in one car seats. These car seats can be used rear or forward-facing, but they must to meet certain age and weight requirements.

Car seats should not be placed in front of a vehicle seat equipped with airbags, as the force of the air bag can be lethal for children and babies.

1. The 1.5 Inch Rule

Many parents wonder if an infant car seat may be placed in front of the vehicle driver's seat. The answer is always no. The reason is very simple: If a crash happens and the child is involved, they could get their head struck by an airbag, especially if they are in the front seat. The result is that the airbag can cause harm or even death to the infant.

Infant car seats are only designed to be rearward-facing. In a crash the back of the seat will be positioned against the back of your vehicle seat. This provides the best security for the infant.

In addition, the rear-facing newborn car seat insert seat safeguards the head and neck of your child more than a forward-facing car seat, which provides only minimal head and neck protection. The headrest also prevents the child from falling off the shoulder straps during a crash, and the harness keeps the chest clip in place above your child's shoulders.

It is important to keep in mind that there are ZERO reported instances of children riding forward-facing seats breaking their legs when they hit the rear of the vehicle seat. This happens when a kid's feet rise and are sucked into the back of the seat and put a great deal of stress on the bones of the leg. This is not something you should put your child at risk of.

There are numerous programs in the US that offer infant car seats at a discount or for free for parents who meet the requirements. This is a great opportunity to get your child in a safe car seat before they grow out of it. It can be used for many years.

The majority of newer infant car seats have a base that they click into and out of, making them much easier to use than older models. This feature is especially useful for families with young children, as you can keep the car seat in place and ready for use even when you change vehicles.

Before you take your child's seat make sure that the car seat back will touch the vehicle seat's back by locating the center of the seat and measuring with a tape to determine. This space can be checked using a variety of things, such as the blade of a key or length wireless earbuds. Examine the directions for the car seat as well as the owner's manual for your vehicle to determine whether the angle is adjusted to remove the space.

2. Harness Position

In baby car seats, bouncers, swings strollers, as well as other equipment for children, infants and preemies could get into a dangerous situation with their chests pressed against their chins. In a crash, they may be injured by the chest clip or crushed by straps of the harness that are too loose or have not been placed over their shoulders. Check that the straps are placed just below the shoulders of the child and then, when they are up, they should be over their shoulders. Adjust them to prevent this. The straps should be tight enough to squeeze the fabric together. This is known as the Pinch Test. Bulky outer layers like winter coats can hinder this, so be sure to remove them before buckling your child in their seat.

The chest clip is designed for a crash, but it can cause compression to the neck of a child if it's too low or are too loose. It is also essential that the chest clip not located in the neck opening of the collar - the buckle should be placed at the armpit level.

In the event of a crash, rear-facing infants are likely to slide up the seat and the harness straps need to be able to support the child's head and neck. It is essential to put the straps on the shoulders. If the straps are too high they can slip over the baby seat's ears or go through the neck opening and if they are too loose they can move toward the child's nose.

Ensure the shoulder straps are over the shoulders of your child and they fit comfortably. Infants may require an infant insert (often included in the car seat) to raise their shoulders until they can reach the slot. Some infant car seats have angle indicators or adjustors to aid you in this. You may also want to check the instructions included with your seat.

3. Rear-Facing Only

While some parents may be tempted to turn their infant car seat around to face forward because of their child's legs being too short in the rear-facing position, there is really no reason why you should. The rear-facing position is safer than the forward-facing position because in the event of a collision, the baby's body will press against the seat, and their neck and spine will be supported. Forward-facing children's bodies are thrown backwards by the vehicle and could cause serious injuries.

Many infant car Seat in front Seat car seats also include an angle indicator built in so that you can ensure the seat is properly installed. It is also important to ensure that your child's head rests flat against the seat and the harness straps are positioned over their shoulders, not under their arms or twisted. To check whether the harness is tight you should be able to squeeze a small amount of material around the shoulder of your child. It is also essential to check the strap that holds the crotch to be sure it is in line with the armpits and not at the waist. It is also recommended to read the instruction manual for your infant car seat so you are aware of how to properly use it.

Most manufacturers recommend that children ride rear-facing in their car seats until they are at least one year old, or until they reach the weight and height limit of their particular car seat. Certain states have laws that require babies to remain rear-facing until they reach the age of two years old.

If you have a vehicle with only one back seat, you can install the infant car seat in the middle so you are able to easily see your child's reflection in your rearview mirror without having to lean back. It's also helpful to place the car seat on the driver's side, so you do not have to walk all the way around your car every time you need to take your child into or out of their car seat.

If you have a vehicle with two rear seats, you can place the infant car seat on either side as you don't place it behind the passenger side airbag. If you must decide between installing an infant car seat on the left or right side of your vehicle, put it on the driver’s side.

4. Booster Seats

Children who have outgrown their infant car seat due to weight and height will require an additional booster until the car's seat belt is fitted properly. This can only happen when they are at a minimum of 4 feet 9 inches tall and have reached the top of their headrest (check the seat manufacturer's recommendations for exact measurements).

Booster seats assist in positioning the lap and shoulder belt properly. They also limit the distance that a child's neck moves during collisions, which reduces the risk of injury. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death of children aged 4-8, and head motion is the main cause.

If a booster is not properly used, the lap portion can slide across a child's abdomen and cause serious injuries if an accident occurs. This can be prevented by using a booster equipped with lap belt guides that stop the lap belt from climbing over arm rests or sliding on a child's stomach.

Many boosters have small handles or armrests, or guide slots that help put the lapbelt flat on a child's top legs. This ensures that the lapbelt starts and stays on the hipbones of a child's strength instead of slipping up into their soft abdomen area in the event of an accident.

Some booster seats are designed with a seat belt locking mechanism to keep the seat belt in place when children are sitting in it, and this can help to prevent the lap belt from moving over a child's abdomen. This will keep the seat belt from being pulled upwards over a child’s face. This could cause airway obstruction and hypoxia, and neck strain.