This new seat raises her up higher so she can see out the window at all the exciting things (I think this new found adventure is helping to promote the new adventure in pointing to things as well). This new seat also has more room, more padding, and more options for a comfortable and safe ride, including...brace yourselves, people...a detachable pillow and a cup holder!! :)
And for those of you just dying to know...Yes! Sierra is still rear-facing. By law she has to stay rear-facing until she is 1 year of age AND 20 pounds. However, research has shown that a child who is rear facing is much safer during a frontal collision; Because of this research, we intend to keep Sierra rear-facing for as long as possible.
The American Academy of Pediatricians recommends that children remain rear-facing as long as possible, and note that having a seat this is rear-facing can reduce injuries and deaths. After all, motor vehicle crashes are the #1 overall cause of death for children 14 and under.
For additional resources on this topic (especially if you have a baby that weighs more than an average
infant) check out these web sites:
*One thing I found interesting on the AAP website was this statement,
"For optimal protection, pediatricians should counsel parents of most children (those who weigh more than 12 lb at 4 months of age) to encourage use of a convertible car safety seat that will accommodate them rear facing at higher weights."
Sierra's new car seat accommodates children up to 35 pounds rear facing. No one ever "counseled" us on upgrading to a bigger seat for our little "chunky monkey." Praise God that we were not involved in any accidents and we were kept safe. However, I am alarmed at the number of people that didn't / don't know the facts (us included) and aren't aware of the safety suggestions put out by the experts.
As always, we believe that God is in control at all times and we continue to pray a hedge of protection around our sweet baby girl; furthermore, we are thankful for God's design and man's ability to create the safest seat possible for our little pumpkin.
HAPPY RIDING!!! :)
2 comments:
I'm sure you will keep her facing rear as long as you can. Sierra will let you know when enough is enough because she will get bored. It's so much more interesting once the little one can face forward.
Love,Aunt Sharon
She gets cuter in every picture you post! And I can't believe how big she's getting! :-) Thanks for the info on car seats; Carey and I will have to check it out!
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