What age of children should use child safety seats?
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Children under 12 years old should use child safety seats. The age groups for using child safety seats are as follows: 1. Newborn - 9 months: Suitable for newborns and infants weighing up to 9 kg (approximately 9 months old). 2. Newborn - 4 years: Seats suitable for newborns up to 4 years old. 3. 9 months - 4 years: There are also seats suitable for children from 9 months to 4 years old. 4. 9 months - 6 years: Seats suitable for children from 9 months to 6 years old. Depending on the age characteristics, the functional features may vary. For example, infant seats are often designed as portable carry cots, which should be noted when purchasing.
The use of child safety seats depends on the child's age and weight. As a father of two who has been through this, newborns up to 15 months or weighing under 20 pounds should use rear-facing seats to protect their spine—never install them forward-facing too early. Next are forward-facing seats, suitable for children aged 1 to 4 or weighing between 20 to 40 pounds, making sure the shoulder straps are adjusted to shoulder height—not too high or too low. For children over four years old weighing more than 40 pounds, use a booster seat to elevate their height until they reach over 145 cm, after which they can use the car's seatbelt. Safety first—ensure the seat is securely installed in the car. I recommend buying a new seat rather than using a second-hand one to avoid aging and failure. Regularly checking the manual and adjusting according to weight changes is crucial, as these details can prevent injuries in accidents.
