{"id":2898,"date":"2024-07-30T09:50:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T08:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2898"},"modified":"2025-01-20T15:02:46","modified_gmt":"2025-01-20T15:02:46","slug":"car-seat-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stoneacre.co.uk\/blog\/car-seat-guide","title":{"rendered":"Car Seat Guide – Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Let\u2019s face it, we all want to keep our children safer, and since most children travel in a car daily, it is hardly surprising that journeys are one of the areas we want to make sure they are kept safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With stricter car seat legislation and more car seats on the market than ever before, it can be difficult knowing where to start, especially as new parents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help we\u2019ve put together a comprehensive guide which details current car seat legislation, available car seat options, information on fitting car seats and tips on choosing the right child car seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Car Seat Rules<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best place to start when looking to buy a child car seat\nis to familiarise yourselves with the current child seat rules:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • By law, you must use a car seat for every single journey\nuntil your child is 12 or is 135cm tall, whichever comes first. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Children over 12 or above 135cm must wear a seatbelt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Babies must travel in a rear-facing seat until 15-months old (if using an i-size seat)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Children over 15 months old can legally travel forward-facing, although it is recommended you keep your child rear-facing for as long as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Recent updates mean that manufacturers can no longer make backless boosters for children shorter than 125cm or weighing less than 22kg. This doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s illegal to travel your child in a backless booster if you already own one, you just will no longer be able to buy one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    The legislation gets updated regularly, so you must keep up to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Man<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Types of Car Seats<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Rear-facing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Designed for infants and toddlers from birth to approximately four years old, rear-facing car seats offer superior head and neck protection in the event of a frontal collision. These seats prioritise safety by keeping the child’s delicate head and spine in a protected position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Front-facing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Suitable for children from approximately nine months to twelve years old, forward-facing car seats provide flexibility as your child grows. These seats offer a balance of safety and comfort, accommodating children of varying sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Booster seat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Used for older children, booster seats elevate the child so the adult seat belt fits properly. They come in two types: high-back boosters with headrest and backrest support, and backless boosters<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Different child car seat regulations <\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    There are two different regulations in car seats; i-Size (or UN R129) and ECE R44\/04 car seats. i-Size seats use the height of children to classify car seats whereas ECE R44\/04 uses weight to divide car seats into different groups. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In 2018, new legislation was introduced meaning only i-Size complaint car seats can be sold. However, if you have a non-i-Size car seat you can still use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    i-Size Car Seats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    i-Size is a European child seat standard designed to keep children rear-facing up until 15 months old. These changes are largely due to Swedish research which has shown that rear-facing child seats can offer up to 75% more protection in the event of a car accident. i-Size seats are legally required to have side impact protection to minimise injury in the event of side impact. What\u2019s more unlike conventional child seats, i-Size child seats are classified by height rather than weight, as it is thought to be easier for parents to relate to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    i-Size seats currently require the use of on ISOFIX base. Using ISOFIX mountings increases the likelihood of the child seat being fitted correctly. In fact, a study from Mothercare found that 94% of parents correctly fitted the car seat using ISOFIX mounts compared to a mere 20% when using a seatbelt. Read more about seat belt laws in the UK here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    ECE R44\/04 car seats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Non-i-size car seats (ECE R44\/04) are divided into three main groups, depending on the age and weight of a child:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Car Seat Groups<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Car seats are categorised into groups based on a child’s weight. It’s important to note that while weight is a general guideline, a child’s height and age should also be considered when choosing a car seat.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Group 0+:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Suitable for newborn babies up to approximately 15 months or 13kg. These car seats are rear-facing and offer maximum protection for a baby’s delicate neck and spine. Many can be used as part of a travel system, clipping onto a pushchair frame.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Group 1:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Designed for children from approximately 9 months to four years old or weighing between 9kg and 18kg. These car seats can be rear or forward-facing, offering flexibility as your child grows.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Group 2:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Suitable for children from around four to six years old, weighing between 15kg and 25kg. These are typically high-backed booster seats that provide additional support for your child.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Group 3:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    For children aged approximately four to twelve years old, weighing between 22kg and 36kg. These are booster cushions that raise the child to a position where the adult seat belt fits correctly.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

    It’s important to remember that these are general guidelines, and it’s always recommended to follow the specific instructions and weight limits provided by the car seat manufacturer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Booster seats<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    In 2017, new legislation was introduced regarding booster\ncar seats. Since then, manufacturers have not been able to produce backless\nboosters for children shorter than 125cm or weighing less than 22kg. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Research found that backless boosters put small children at\nincreased risk of injury in the event of a collision. Small children are not\nheld securely in a backless booster seat, the seatbelt does not cross their\nbody at the right points to secure them correctly and they are offered no side\nprotection in the event of a side-impact collision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    However, the 2017 legislation does not state it is illegal to travel your child in a backless booster if you already own one, but bear in mind this is not the safest option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Rear-facing travel<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Travelling babies and young children rear-facing is still\nrelatively new to the UK. However, other European countries, such as Sweden,\nhave been advocating the benefits of rear-facing travel for some time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Travelling babies and young children rear-facing has been\nfound to offer more protection and reduce the risk of serious injury in the\nevent of a car accident. Until 15-months of age, children\u2019s necks are not fully\ndeveloped, so they are not able to withstand the force of a collision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Rearward-facing car seats help to spread the forces of a collision over a greater area of your child\u2019s body, leading to less pressure on the neck, which reduces the chance of serious injury. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    New UK law states babies must be kept rear-facing until they are at least 15 months old if travelling in an i-size car seat. Although in countries where rear-facing travel for young children is common practice, like Sweden, children often continue to travel rear-facing until they are around six.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Baby<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Where should you position a car seat in your car?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The position of the car seat in the car can affect how safe the child is when travelling. But bear in mind, the available car seat positions can be dictated by the car, i.e. not all cars offer Isofix points on the middle seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Front passenger seat <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    You can place a child seat in the front passenger seat as long as the front passenger airbag is switched OFF. Travelling a rear-facing child seat in the front seat with the airbag activated is illegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You should also bear in mind that travelling a child in the front passenger seat may be more distracting for the driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Rear seat behind the driver <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Usually, this rear seat will have an Isofix mounting point so from that aspect is safe to use, however, it is best to avoid this seating configuration if possible as it could mean getting your baby or child out of the car on the roadside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Rear seat behind front passenger <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    This seat is ideal; most cars have an Isofix mounting point in this seat, and you are less likely to be getting your child out of the car on the roadside if parking on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Rear middle seat <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If your car’s middle seat has a middle Isofix mounting point or has a three-point seatbelt (for non-Isofix car seats), then it is the safest place to travel your baby or child. It is the furthest from the side of the vehicles, so in the event of a side impact accident, your child is less likely to be affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Fitting a baby or child car seat in the car<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    No matter which car seat you choose, it is imperative that\nyou fit the car seat following the manufacturer guidelines to ensure it is safe\nfor your child to travel in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The majority of retailers are happy to offer advice on how\nto fit a car seat and many will even show you how to correctly fit the seat in\nyour vehicle before you buy it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Here are some tips when fitting different car seats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Child car seats fitted with car\u2019s seat belts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    A child car seat that is secured using the car\u2019s seat belt, you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • make sure the seat belt passes through the\ncorrect guides on the child seat, it should go through the blue lines if using\nthe seat rear-facing or the red lines if front-facing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • push your weight into the child seat as you\ntighten the belt to make sure there is no slack in the belt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • check the seat belt buckle is not resting on the\nchild seat frame<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Additionally, if the child seat has a lever or button to tighten the seat belt, make sure you use this to get the seat belt as secure as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      If the car seat has a lock-off device, this should be put in place once the seat belt has been threaded through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Isofix Child Seat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      These car seats are fitted by slotting connecting arms into Isofix points built into the car. An additional top tether or supporting leg may also be used to prevent the restraint system from tilting or rotating on impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      When the connecting arms are slotted into the Isofix mounts,\nyou should hear an audible click once pushed in far enough. Some seats also\noffer a visual indication, which turns from red to green once the connecting\narm is correctly slotted into place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      If the seat has a top tether, you should make sure this is connected. While if you are using a seat with a supporting leg, you should make sure the leg is adjusted, so the car seat is braced against the floor. <\/p>\n<\/div>

      \"car<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

      With all car seats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Make sure that the car seat you choose is compatible with the car you use<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Make sure if you remove the seat you replace it again correctly<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Never modify a child car seat or adapt the car seat belt to make a car seat fit. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Securing your child in a car seat<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Seats with an integral harness<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        With seats that have an integral harness, you should ensure\nthe top of the harness is around two-centimetres below the shoulder of a child\nin a rear-facing seat and approximately two-centimetres above in a\nforward-facing seat. The buckle of the harness should not over the child\u2019s\ntummy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        The harness should be fairly tight to keep your child\nsecure. As a general rule, you should be able to get just two fingers between\nyour child\u2019s chest and harness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Always remove your child\u2019s coat or outdoor clothing before\nstrapping them in, as this can affect how the harness fits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Seats with an impact shield<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Car seats secured by an impact shield or cushion are usually\nsecured using the car\u2019s seat belt, so it is important to follow the fitting\ninstructions carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Booster seats and cushions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        When using a booster seat the car\u2019s seat belt will usually go around both the child and the booster seat or cushion. The seat belt should be worn as tight as possible and should placed be in the correct position i.e. the lap belt should go over the pelvic region, not the stomach and the diagonal strap should rest on the child\u2019s shoulder and not be tucked under an arm or behind their back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \"Man<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        Tips for buying a child car seat<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        • Do your research, and find out if any car seats aren\u2019t compatible with your vehicle, most car seat manufacturers have a list of cars that their seats can be used with.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • If you have any questions, you should make a note of them, so that when you visit a retailer you don\u2019t forget anything.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Check reviews and see what other parents have to say.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • If you want an Isofix car seat, you should make sure your vehicle has Isofix mounting points (most cars post-2001 do).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Buy the right size child car seat for your child. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Buy from a reputable retailer as they can offer advice on different options and even show you how to fit the seat in your car. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Never buy a second-hand car seat unless you know its full-history and can be certain it has not been involved in any collisions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Try different car seats in your car, to see which work best good car seat retailers will encourage you to do this.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Choose a seat that fits with your lifestyle. If you will be lifting the seat in and out a lot, you might be best opting for a lightweight seat that can be lifted out easily.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • If wider family members will be regularly using the same car seat, you need to make sure the seat is compatible with their car too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          Find the Right Car Seat for You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Some great car seat retailers out there are willing to spend time trying to get the right seat for you and your little one. Remember, some seats will not fit or are not compatible in certain cars so it\u2019s important you double-check this before purchasing. Good retailers will show you how different seats fit in your car, as well as give demos on how to correctly fit the seat before you take it away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Remember the safety of your child is of paramount importance so never feel rushed into making a decision. Take your time to find a child seat that is right for both you and your little one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Hopefully, this guide has offered some helpful hints and tips on buying a child car seat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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