FAQ About Baby Car Seats

The age at which babies change car seats depends on the type of car seat they are currently using.

Infants start in a rear-facing car seat, which they can use until they reach the maximum weight or height limit for that particular car seat. Most infant car seats have a weight limit of around 22 to 35 pounds, and a height limit of around 29 to 32 inches. Babies typically outgrow their infant car seat by the time they are around 1 year old.

Once babies outgrow their infant car seat, they should transition to a rear-facing convertible car seat, which can be used until they are around 2-3 years old, or until they reach the maximum weight or height limit for that particular car seat.

After that, babies can move on to a forward-facing car seat with a harness, which can be used until they are around 4-7 years old, or until they reach the maximum weight or height limit for that particular car seat.

Finally, children can transition to a booster seat, which can be used until they are around 8-12 years old, or until they are big enough to use the car's seat belt without a booster seat.

It's important to check the specific weight and height limits for each car seat, as well as the manufacturer's recommendations, to ensure that your child is using the appropriate car seat for their age, weight, and height.