How many months old can a newborn sit in a car seat?
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Infants should be at least six months old before they can sit in a car seat. Although infants can only use car seats after six months, there are various types of car seats available. The selection of infant car seats is as follows: 1. Under one year old: Infants weighing less than 10 kilograms should choose a rear-facing infant car seat (carrier). 2. One to three years old: Children weighing between 10-20 kilograms should opt for a fully-enclosed car seat. 3. Three to ten years old: Children weighing 15 to 36 kilograms should use a booster car seat. Different age groups of infants require different types of car seats to ensure safer and more comfortable rides, giving parents greater peace of mind.
I remember we started using a car seat for our baby right after birth. In fact, newborns can ride in a car seat from 0 months old, but it must be a rear-facing seat specifically designed for infants. At that time, I chose an infant carrier that met national safety standards, which could be directly fixed to the car seat to protect the baby's head and neck, as their bones are still very soft, and rear-facing installation helps cushion impacts. Initially, I was a bit worried that it might be uncomfortable for him, but the doctor recommended using it for short trips and checking that the seatbelt was properly secured each time—not too loose or too tight. Later, after reading some safety guidelines, I learned that this significantly reduces the risk of injury in accidents. Now, every time we go out, I make sure the seat is installed correctly, including adjusting the angle to prevent shaking during sudden braking. In short, the earlier you start using it, the better—don’t wait until they’re a few months old.
