Car Safety Car Seats and Belts As children grow, it’s important to select a car seat that fits them (size and age). Installation is important – not all car seats fit in all cars and incorrect installation reduces the seat’s ability to keep children safe. Rear-Facing (Birth – 2 years): These seats have a harness and position your child so he/she is facing the back of the car. This is the safest position to protect your child’s neck and spinal cord. There are three types of rear-facing car seats: rear-facing only seat, convertible seat and the 3-in-1 seat. If you have an infant rear-facing only seat, your baby may outgrow that seat by 7-8 months. You should then buy a convertible seat and keep the child rear-facing until age 2, or until he/she reaches the height and weight limit allowed for the seat. Forward-Facing (Over 2 years): Your child is ready to ride in a forward-facing seat when he/she has outgrown their rear-facing seat. These seats have a harness (five-point r