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Revision as of 21:33, 22 January 2017
- Rear Facing
- >=2 years, OR
- Maximum weight for car seat (~40-65lbs)
- Forward facing
- >= 4 years, OR
- Maximum weight for car seat (~65-80lbs)
- Booster & rear seat
- >=4'9" height, OR
- 8-12 years
- Front seat
- >=13 years
| Age | Type of Car Seat | Position | Comments |
| <2 years old | Infant-only or convertible car seat | Back seat, rear-facing | If child height or weight > seat limit, go to next weight up |
| 2-8 years old | Convertible or combination car seat | Back seat, forward-facing | If child height or weight > seat limit, go to next weight up |
| 8-12 years old | Booster seat | Back seat | If child height or weight > seat limit (usually 4' 9"), go to next weight up |
| 12-13 years old | Lap and shoulder seat belt | Front or back seat |
References
AAP 2011. http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/pediatrics/early/2011/03/21/peds.2011-0213.full.pdf