As a parent, your number one concern is the safety of your child especially in a moving vehicle. It is important to choose the right car seat for your child depending upon your type of vehicle and the size/age of your child. After you have chosen the car seat it is important to install it correctly. Many police departments have experts in car seat installation and would be a good resource in case the installation is challenging for you.
Infants should always ride rear-facing until they are atleast one year old AND atleast 20 pounds.
Toddlers, once they meet the requirements listed above, can be moved forward facing but must reamin in the backseat of the vehicle.
School-aged children will graduate to a booster seat. A child should remain in a booster seat until the safety belt fits them according to the safety manual. A child is usually between the ages of 8-12 (depending upon the child's size) when he/she can move out of a booster seat.
Once a child has outgrown their booster seat they should remain in the backseat of the vehicle until they are atleast 13 years old. Of course, they should always wear the lap and shoulder belt.
If you travel via airplane with your children it is important to check the carseat and make sure it it air travel compliant. Check with your airline if you are concerned about your car seat as regulations do exist.
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