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Do I Need a Convertible Car Seat?

by ANB Baby Sales 11 Nov 2021

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If you’re looking for a new car seat for your baby, you’ve probably come across a wide range of baby car seat models, designs and sizes. Finding the right one that will suit your baby can feel quite overwhelming, especially when it comes to choosing the type of car seat your baby needs: an infant or convertible car seat.

Like every parent, at this stage, you’ve most likely asked the important question “do I really need a convertible car seat?”. Well, the short answer is “yes”. You’ll definitely need one.

When you will need it fully depends upon your personal preferences which we will address further in this guide. However, before we dive into why and when you need a convertible car seat, let’s first explore the benefits.

Benefits of Convertible Car Seats

A convertible car seat is a child travel seat that can convert from a rear-facing to a forward-facing position. They are great for parents who are looking for a long-term car seat solution that will last throughout the years. 

Some advantages are that convertible car seats
  • have a longer span of usability
  • are more cost-effective over time
  • have an enhanced sturdiness and solid built
  • provide added protection from head contact compared to infant car seats
Some disadvantages are that convertible car seats
  • are heavyweight and lack portability
  • are not compatible with strollers or an all-in-one travel system

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When to use or switch to a convertible car seat

The great thing about convertible car seats is that they can be used rear-facing for the first few years of your little one’s life. This means that convertible models that meet all the newborn requirements are safe to use from birth. This makes these types of baby car seats the perfect option for parents who are looking to save money and want a car seat that will essentially grow with their child.

Some parents start off with an infant car seat and then choose to switch to a convertible car seat when their baby gets older. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends transitioning your baby from the infant seat to a rear-facing convertible seat, once they meet the minimum height or weight requirement which is around 22 to 35 lbs (when your child is one year old).

Due to infant car seats being lightweight and portable, this is usually the preferred option for parents who want an all-in-one travel system that allows them to attach their car seats to their baby strollers.

Conclusion

Whether you choose to use a convertible car seat from birth or later down the line when your baby is older fully depends on your own preferences. If you want a portable car seat that converts into a travel system, you’ll need to start off with an infant car seat. However, if you rather wouldn’t want to spend money buying a new car seat within a year or two, a convertible one would be the perfect option.

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