A capsule that's compatible with your stroller can replace a bassinet attachment. A capsule can be easily removed from the car and carried. While both options are equally safe, there are some pros and cons to consider. If you have a new arrival on the way, you may be wondering whether you should buy a capsule (which can only be used for around six months) or go straight to a convertible car seat which can be used from 0 to 4 years. We strongly advise against using a booster cushion (with no back or side protection), however it's not illegal to use one that met Australian standards at the time it was manufactured. Modern-day versions have high backs and sides to provide side-impact protection and support for sleeping children. It's designed for children aged from four to around eight years old and some simply sit on top of the adult seat, while others may also have an additional tether. These models can serve as the only car seat you purchase for your child's life, however it's important to consider if the seat will continue to suit your lifestyle for the entire period (they can be quite bulky) as well as the effect of wear and tear over an eight-year period.īooster child car seat - 4 years to 8-10 yearsĪ booster seat is also forward-facing, but is usually slimmer than a forward-facing car seat and is used with an adult seatbelt rather than an inbuilt harness. Some even convert again to a booster seat by having a removable harness. They differ from a single mode forward-facing seat as, after four years, they can be converted from a harnessed front-facing seat to a booster seat used with an adult seatbelt.Ġ to 8 years These seats let your child face rearward for 12 months, and convert from rear facing to forward facing. 6 months to 8 years These forward-facing seats can be used as soon as your baby is no longer legally required to be rear facing. Some models allow for children to be rear-facing for 12 months, while others offer up to 2.5 years, which is often preferred because of the increased safety of the rear-facing position. 
The options for convertible car seats include:Ġ to 4 years Suitable for newborns, these car seats can be converted from rear facing to forward facing as your child grows.
They may also be more cost-effective depending on what model you choose. The main benefit of convertible car seats is that some allow young children to face rearward for longer. While one option is to start your baby in a capsule and progress to a forward-facing seat then a booster seat, some may prefer to use a convertible car seat which can change modes to allow for longer periods of use. The same car seat in forward-facing mode. Forward-facing convertible car seat - 0 years up to 8 years.
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