Are there car seats for infants and toddlers?

There are three basic types of car seats for infants and toddlers: rear-facing, forward-facing and convertible, which convert from rear to forward-facing.

At what age do you switch to a toddler car seat?

When choosing a seat for your newborn, there are two paths you can choose from: either to use an infant carrier from approx. 0-1 year, followed by a toddler seat until approx. 4 years; or to use a 2-in-1 seat from 0 to approx. 4 years.

What are the different car seat stages?

Car Seat Stages: 4 Stages of Car Seat Use

  • Stage 1: Rear-facing car seats. Rear-facing car seats should be used until your child is at least 2 years old.
  • Stage 2: Forward-facing car seat. Forward-facing car seats are usually used until the child reaches, at least, five years old.
  • Stage 3: Booster seat.
  • Stage 4: Seatbelt.

How long can you use Graco infant car seat?

seven to ten years
Depending on the model, Graco car seats typically last from seven to ten years. A majority of the Graco infant car seats expire seven years after the date of manufacturing. Most of the convertible car seats expire ten years after the date of manufacturing.

Can a 1 year old sit forward-facing?

While 1 year and 20 pounds used to be the standard for when to flip car seats around, most experts now recommend using rear-facing child seats until children outgrow the top weight and height recommendations of the car seat manufacturer. This means your child may be rear-facing until well beyond their second birthday.

Do 4 in 1 car seats have bases?

All-in-One Car Seats Most will rear-face from 4 or 5lbs – 50lbs and up to 49″. Majority will have a forward-facing harness weight of up to 65 lbs and up to 49″. Most will function as a booster from 40 – 120 lbs and from 44″ – 63″. These seats do not have a removable base.