Infant Carrier Car Seats (Newborn)

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• Why is it absolutely necessary to use a car seat for your child?
  When properly installed in the vehicle, the child safety seat reduces the risk of serious injury to the child in the event of a collision on the road. Under the Road Transport Act 1978 and the Motor Vehicles (Safety Seat-belts) (Amendment) Rules 2019, the regulation for the CRS has been made official in Malaysia and published by the Road Transport Department (JPJ). The regulation of privately owned motor vehicles came into effect on January 1, 2020. According to the regulations, child restraint systems (CRS) used in Malaysia must be compliant with the UNR standard (R44 or R129), and children must either weigh less than 36 kg , have a height that is less than 136 cm, or be younger than 12 years old.
  
  Seat belts are intended for use by adults. In the event of an accident, children shorter than 150 cm won't be properly secured and supported. As a consequence of this, young children who ride in vehicles with only seat belts rather than appropriate car seats are at an increased risk of suffering severe injuries in the event of an accident.
  
  A baby who is less than two years old does not yet have full development of their neck and spine. In addition to this, the bones in their skulls have not completely fused together yet. Because of this, they are at an increased risk of sustaining brain injuries as a result of head trauma if they are not properly restrained during the collision. Your child will be protected from injury in the event of an impact from any direction if they are secured in a child safety seat that has been correctly installed and is being used.
• What exactly does it mean when a car seat is categorised as a group 0, 1, 2, or 3?
  According to European safety standards known as ECE R44.03 or ECE R44.04, child car seats are divided into categories based on their maximum allowable weight capacities. You will be able to select the car seat that offers the greatest level of support and protection for your child if you are aware of the weight group that the seat belongs to. The various weight categories for car seats, along with the ages that correspond to them, are listed below.
  
• Types of Car Seats: What Are They?
  There are typically three different kinds of car seats: 1. Infant car seats 2. Convertible car seats 3. Booster seats
  a) Car seats for infants
  The term "infant car seat" refers to a specific type of car seat that is designed to accommodate newborns and younger babies. When installed in a vehicle, an infant seat always faces the back of the vehicle and can be used beginning at birth until your child reaches the maximum height or weight limits of the seat, which typically occurs around one year of age. The base of infant car seats is where the seat attaches. Because the base remains mounted in your automobile and the seat can be clicked in and out, it will be much simpler for you to place and remove your infant from the automobile.
  
  b) Convertible Car Seats
  Convertible car seats can accommodate children of varying heights and weights, and they can be rotated to face either the rear or the front of the vehicle. Convertible car seats are designed to face the rear of the vehicle for infants and young children, but they can be turned around to face the front of the vehicle when the child reaches the maximum height or weight limits for riding in the rear-facing position. A child can ride safely in a convertible car seat from the time they are born all the way through their preschool years and beyond. Infant car seats tend to be lighter and more compact in size than their convertible counterparts. Convertible car seats don't have a base that they attach to; rather, they install themselves directly into your vehicle using either the seat belt or the LATCH system. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children, or LATCH, is an acronym for this safety system. It is a system that consists of built-in straps and hooks on a car seat as well as anchor hardware in your vehicle, and its purpose is to make the process of installing a car seat safer and easier. Convertible car seats are unable to be attached to strollers due to their size and weight, and they are not intended to be moved frequently from one vehicle to another.
  
  c) Booster Seats
  Just as the name suggests, a booster seat raises a child's seating position in the car. This guarantees that the regular lap and shoulder belts in your vehicle will cross over your child's body at the appropriate points in order to safely hold them in place. Booster seats are intended to be used by children who are at least 18 kg and have reached the age of four years old. There are two varieties of booster seats: those with a high back and those without. Booster seats with high backs are comparable to car seats in that they have a bottom and a back and are of a smaller size than car seats. The shoulder belt of your car can be adjusted to the proper size using this guide. Boosters without backs only consist of a seating surface. They are designed to provide the additional height that is required in order for your little one to be securely buckled in.
• When is it time to upgrade your car seat?
  The car seat should be used until the child reaches the maximum height or weight allowed for that particular model. If your child meets the weight requirement but not the height requirement, you will need to make the switch, and vice versa.
• Is it alright to purchase the car seat before the baby is actually born?
  Absolutely, in point of fact, that is the wise thing to do. For safety reasons, expectant mothers shouldn't try to install the car seat on the way to the hospital. Choose your car seat and practise installing it in various locations and with the seat belts or lower anchors in the fourth or fifth month of your pregnancy, when it will be more comfortable for you to climb into the back seat. You will only be able to practise with the seat belt or lower anchors, as rear-facing-only car seats do not have a top tether. Find out how to properly harness your infant. Start by fiddling with the harness straps using a teddy bear. Make sure your baby's first trip, and all future trips, are safe by following the instructions for the car seat and the vehicle. Educate anyone who will be transporting your baby on the proper use of your car seat.
• Exactly how long do car seats last before they need to be replaced?
  The typical lifespan of a car seat is 6-10 years. The car seat's make, model, and manufacturing date should all be clearly labelled somewhere on or within the plastic shell. A quick piece of advice: snap a picture of the label with your phone and keep it close by.
• How can I keep this car seat in good shape so it lasts a long time?
  Use the car seat's recommended cleaning method. Keep it in a dry, cool place when it's not in use. Avoid using chlorine bleach, corrosive cleaners, and the iron. Unless instructed to do so, never wash or dry a harness or pad in a machine.
• Some Extra Tips for Child Safety Seats
  
  • Always buckle up children younger than 13 years old and keep them in the back seat. It is the location that will protect them the most in the event of an accident.
  • Investing in a brand-new car seat is the better option if you don't know very much about the previous owner of the used one you're considering purchasing and don't want to take any chances.
  • You should never put a car seat that is facing the rear in front of a passenger seat that has an active airbag (i.e. never place it in the front seat).
  • Never use a cushion as a replacement for a booster seat because cushions are prone to sliding off, which can cause the child to fall out of the seat and increase the risk of suffocation by the seat belt.
  • When installing a car seat, you should always consult the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the car seat (check the height and weight limits) and read the owner's manual that came with the vehicle.