At What Age Can Babies Use Car Seats?

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Infants should be at least six months old before using a car seat. Here are the relevant details: 1. Infant carrier car seats: Suitable for newborns up to 15 months old (or infants weighing between 2.2 kg and 13 kg). These typically feature a rocking base and handles, allowing them to double as portable carriers. 2. Convertible car seats (rear-facing and forward-facing): Designed for newborns up to 4 years old (or children weighing 2.2 kg to 18 kg). While lacking rocking, portability, or stroller compatibility features, these seats can be securely installed in vehicles for long-term use. 3. Combination car seats: Appropriate for children aged 1 to 12 years (or weighing 9 kg to 36 kg). These serve as dedicated seats for toddlers (ages 1 to 4), and can later be converted by removing the built-in harness to use the vehicle's adult seat belt, extending usability until age 12.