HOW LONG ARE CAR SEATS GOOD FOR?
Want peace of mind when you're transporting precious cargo? Strap your little one in for the ride with one of our safe and sound baby car seats. Check out each type below to help you figure out the best model for your family and how long you should use them.
Do car seats expire? The answer is yes! Each car seat and brand has its own unique features, so it’s important to check the user manual. It contains essential information like the expiration date for features and other safety instructions.
Why do car seats expire? Why do car seats expire? Whether through general usage or regular wear and tear, car seats will get old over time. It’s best to refer to the expiration date as an overall guideline as to when it’s about time to change out an old car seat for a new one. Also, as safety technology continues to advance, current models will eventually become outdated.
WHAT TYPES OF CAR SEATS ARE THERE?
Infant Car Seats
- Designed for infants up to 2 years old
- The best fit for newborns and babies
- Can be used for children 4 to 40 pounds
For tiny tots and growing toddlers, rear-facing car seats are required. With soft, padded seats and supportive foam, your little one is sure to ride relaxed. Consider infant car seats with a lightweight construction and unique click-and-go system that makes installation easy. Make sure to upgrade to a new, larger seat as your child grows in height and weight.
Convertible Car Seats
- Designed for infants and toddlers
- Must be installed rear-facing for children up to 50 pounds
- Can be installed forward-facing for children at least 2 years old
Choose a convertible car seat that grows with your child. Go with an option that converts from a rear-facing infant seat to a forward-facing model, or choose a design that transforms into a booster seat for the ultimate multi-purpose essential.
Booster Seats
- Designed for children at least 4 years old and as old as 9 years old
- Weighing at least 40 pounds and up to 80 pounds
Opt for a booster seat for those in-between years when your child has outgrown a toddler car seat but is not quite big enough to wear an adult seat belt. Give kids a comfy lift in the car with shock-absorbing models from our top brands like Graco. Want more info? Don't forget to read all the included safety materials for information on age and weight requirements, plus recommend uses.
All-In-One Car Seats
- Designed to grow with your child from infant to toddler and beyond
It’s the one car seat you’ll need from baby’s first car ride to when they’re ready to wear a seatbelt! With even more uses than a convertible esign, an all-in-one car seat can be used rear facing and forward facing with a harness, and as a high-back booster and eventually a low-back booster seat that can be used with a seatbelt.
Car Seat & Stroller Travel Stystems
- Designed to go from the stroller straight to the car
Keeping convenience in mind, car seats and stroller travel systems feature a single seat that fits into the stroller and a separate matching base for the car that the seat can easily be secured in. It’s perfect for parents who are always on the go and help them to take baby along for the ride with minimal disturbance to baby’s sleep.
