No, convertible car seats are not created specifically for convertibles, though you could still use them in one. They are probably one of the most convenient car seats; you can use them for years. Read on for our best convertible car seat picks.
More about Convertible Car Seats
When it comes to classifying car seats (yes, there ''is'' a classification), it all depends on the direction the seat will face and its size. There are four groups, and convertible car seats fall into the group 0+.
* These seats usually have a chassis that is attached to the car by the adult seat belt.
* They can also be attached to a pram or push chair.
* Convertible car seats start off as rear-facing, as experts believe that is the safest position for the child and affords better protection for their little noggins.
** The American Academy of Pediatrics goes so far as to state that one should keep their child in a rear-facing seat for as long as possible, until they either outgrow the weight limit or until their little noggins are peeping out over the top of the shell. If your child looks like he or she is doing the permanent splits, it's time to change the seat's position.
* Once it becomes physically difficult to continue having your child in a seat that is rearfacing position.
* Eventually, the car seat can become a booster seat for your little tyke.
* Stick with a seat with a 5-point harness, as that would be a lot safer than one with an overhead shield.
* Probably not the best choice for your newborn, unless you get a car seat that has low bottom harness slots. The higher ones wouldn't really strap your baby in as safe as you would want.
* Depending on who manufactures the car seat, some have a weight limit of up to 65 lbs, but all seats have at least a 30 lb weight limit.
