| Age/Weight | Car Seat |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 year and at least 20 pounds | Use a rear-facing car seat. Though most laws and written advice indicate a 1 year and 20 pound requirement, infant seats are now typically rated to 22 pounds or more, and many convertible seats have rear-facing limits as high as 35 pounds. It’s best to leave children rear-facing as long as possible up to the weight and height limits for your seat. |
| From 1 year and at least 20 pounds to about 4 years and 40 pounds | The point where you can transition to a forward-facing seat, but it’s best to keep kids rear-facing as long as the seat will allow (see above). When using a forward-facing safety seat, use it with a 5-point harness and attach the top tether strap. Check the weight and height limit for your seat. |
| From about 40 pounds to at least 80 pounds and 57 inches tall | Use a booster seat with the car’s safety belt. There are some seats in this weight range that still allow you to use the five-point harness. |
| Up to age 13 | Ride in the back seat using a safety belt. Front-seat air bags can injure children. |
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