How Old Should a Baby Be to Use a Car Seat?

[Ellie]

Babies can only sit up completely at around seven months old, so they can use a car seat only after seven months. Below is an introduction to car seats: 1. A car seat refers to a seat secured to a vehicle's seat, serving as a restraining and protective accessory device. Terms such as safety seat, child safety seat, child car seat, and car protective seat all refer to this type of safety seat. 2. Car seats are designed with ergonomic features that match children's body shapes, fully accommodating the physiological characteristics of children at different ages, ensuring exceptional comfort and fit. Additionally, following principles of child psychology, these seats use appropriate materials, patterns, and surrounding shapes to provide children with a sense of security and being enveloped.

[McCole]

I remember when our little one was born, we started using an infant car seat right away. The baby began using it on the day we brought them home from the hospital, and it can be used with a specialized rear-facing installation for babies weighing around 2.5 kg. The key is to protect the baby's spinal development since newborns have fragile bones, and rear-facing installation helps absorb impact forces to prevent injuries in case of a crash. Doctors recommend using it until at least around 1 year old, then switching to a convertible seat and continuing with rear-facing installation until over 2 years old. When installing, strictly follow the instructions, ensure the harness isn’t too loose, and check it before every trip. I’ve seen some friends holding their kids while driving, and during sudden braking, it almost led to an accident—really a reminder that car seats are essential from day one. Choose a high-quality brand that meets safety standards, and don’t skimp on important details for the sake of saving money. Safety first—preventing accidents is the best gift for your child.

[McTimothy]

As a parent of a three-year-old, I can tell you from personal experience that the right time to start using a car seat for your baby is from the moment they are born. Right after our son was born, we bought a rear-facing infant seat and used it to safely transport him home from the hospital. He cried for a while at first, but he got used to it. The key is to choose a seat based on weight and height—infant-type seats are for weights around 2-10 kg, then switch to a convertible seat. Keep them rear-facing until at least age 2, avoiding an early switch to forward-facing. Car seats really work—during one rear-end collision, the seat protected him from injury. I advise new parents to prepare a seat in advance, install it securely, and not worry about the baby being uncomfortable—safety always comes first. Also, regularly check for wear and tear, like stitching or buckles, and don’t take it lightly. In short, using a car seat from the day your baby is born is both a responsibility and an act of love.

[DiColin]

When should babies start using car seats? From birth, it's a must! Newborns weighing approximately 2kg can use rear-facing infant seats. This is the safety standard to avoid risks of premature forward-facing or holding in arms. Upgrade to appropriate models as they grow until after 4 years old. Simply put, use from birth and maintain rear-facing until 2 years old.