Graco Junior Maxi R44 Highback Booster car seat with cupholders, Suitable from approx. 4 to 12 years (15-36kg), Black fashion

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When it comes to actually choosing the style and design of your child’s booster seat, the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center suggests incorporating your kiddo’s opinion into the process. “Kids who are old enough to ride in a booster seat are also old enough to have an opinion about some of the comfort and style choices. Kids are more likely to ride in a booster seat without complaint if they have had a voice in choosing the seat," a rep from the center tells us. Good for any time a child is riding in someone else’s vehicle; taxi, Uber, friend’s parents, family member, etc. The most important thing you will need to consider when choosing a booster seat is your child’s height, weight, and general readiness to transition from a five-point harness front-facing seat to a booster seat.A representative from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) tells us that parents should “keep your child in a forward-facing car seat with a harness and tether until he or she reaches the top height or weight limit allowed by your car seat’s manufacturer.” Of course, you will also want the booster seat to fit your style (color, patterns) preferences and meet your budget constraints. That's a lot to ask, and no booster car seats actually meet all of these criteria! When your child reaches around age four and has grown out of their first-stage car seat, it's tempting to think that you no longer have to invest in a proper car seat.

Used car seats could have hidden damage from an accident that you don't know about and could therefore be unsafe for your child to use. Booster seats use the car's seatbelt to keep kids safe and strapped in, unlike car seats for younger kids that use a five-point harness. This seat is safe for children between 40 and 120 pounds and up to 63 inches tall. It comes in multiple colors, and the cover is machine washable.

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The combination booster car seat is a bit different, as it includes the 5-point harness for smaller children and then transitions to a belt-positioning booster (using the vehicle's safety belts). The combination booster car seat is sometimes called a combination harness2booster car seat, a 2-in-1 booster, or a harness booster, and is useful for parents who want to go directly from an infant car seat into a front-facing car seat that will transition eventually to a booster.

You can also buy booster seats that have several recline positions. This is useful for younger children who still need to nap, especially on longer journeys. Fortunately, we've been reviewing booster seats for over 10 years, and we don't always agree with our robot overlords! If we made our own booster seat, here is what it would look like: Converts from a rear-facing car seat to a forward-facing car seat with harness to a booster seat as the child grows But, did you know that by law, children have to travel in a suitable car seat until age 12 (or 135cm tall – whichever happens first)? Parents will enjoy the ease of installing and transporting a booster seat compared to a bulky car seat. This booster seat only weighs 9 lbs so even children can easily move it around or carry it inside as needed.

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If there’s a spill, the seat cover easily zips off and is safe to toss into the washing machine. The seat is equipped with seat belt guides, so you will always be assured your child is securely fastened in. It also has a 10-position adjustable headrest, uses the LATCH system to secure it to the car, and even has pop-out armrest covers. Evenflo offers a two-in-one car booster that transforms from a five-point harness to a belt-positioning car seat. It's perfect for children who are four years old and up, and it can accommodate from 22 to 110 pounds. Your little one can enjoy its support for a long time, and you can install and transfer it between multiple vehicles with ease. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends children stay in a booster seat until they are big enough for a seat belt to fit them properly and/or once they’ve reached the height or weight limit for the booster. Once you’re confident that it’s time to make the move, keep in mind that every booster seat sold in the U.S. must meet all federal safety standards, so no matter what, when they are installed and used properly, they will keep your child safe. That being said, specific designs vary and you’ll want to choose the one that is best suited for your vehicle, child, and your family’s lifestyle.

Isofix fittings are a must for safer journeys. This is when a car seat is connected directly to a car's chassis using build-in Isofix connectors for a more secure fit. The Evenflo seat features a lightweight design that doesn't come at the expense of safety. Meeting all the federal crash test standards, this booster is highly supportive. It's specially designed to absorb impacts and protect children in case of accidents. Furthermore, the seat features high-quality materials that are easy to clean and maintain. It's also extra-padded for a better fit and more comfort on extended use. Why Use a Booster Car Seat? Though many parents do skip from a convertible car seat directly to using the vehicle's seats and seat belts, this is not recommended by the NHTSA because the booster seat positions the child correctly for using the lap and shoulder belts. Without the booster car seat, the child's lap and shoulders will be too low and the seat belt will not fit properly, posing a substantial safety risk. You can learn more about proper seat belt positioning here, and you can find out how different booster seat models hold up in crash tests using the Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance’s compliance database. Readiness The best booster car seats offer superior safety, comfort, versatility, and ease of use without breaking the bank. Most importantly, the booster seat should be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, and be properly sized to your child's age, height, and weight.Worryingly, the study also found that a fifth of parents rarely use a car seat or booster seat for their child.

Why We Like It: With a very cool-looking, compact design, this booster seat also positions the seat belt correctly on kids' legs. The booster car seat is the perfect way to ensure safety when your child outgrows the convertible car seat but isn't quite ready to use the vehicle's seat and seat belt without extra support.Children this size will find the booster seat provides a comfortable ride with firm foam for support and soft cushioning for comfort. The adjustable headrest and armrests helps children find a relaxed riding position. It has 6 different headrest positions and adjusts easily with one hand. The booster has 15 inches of depth on the seat so children have room to sit.