I'm definitely no expert, and you know I don't typically try to make my blog "educational", but here's some information I've found helpful. This message board has some excellent info and links on the importance of rear facing. One portion in particular says:
"The AAP recommends leaving the car seat in the rear facing position until the maximum weight limit for RF’ing is reached: “It is best for children to ride rear-facing as long as possible to the highest weight and height allowed by the manufacturer of their convertible seat.”Here's a link directly from the AAP about the importance of keeping children rear facing as long as possible.
He's gotten a little fussy in the car lately, so I very briefly entertained the idea of turning him around, but his safety is most important, and I believe this is definitely the safest choice! I've been asked about his comfort and where he'll put those long legs of his. I'm not too worried about this yet, but we'll cross that bridge when/if he seems uncomfortable! Until then, it's rear-facing for us!
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Good for you! I am neurotic about carseats. I even get teased about it! Zeke is five and still in his 5 point harness, which I plan to keep that way for as long as possible. Like continuing to rear-face, remaining in a 5pt, once you do forward face, is far safer than a booster (assuming that the seat is designed to hold a heavier and taller child). Anna Kate is still rearfacing and I plan to keep her that way until she outgrows the seat (35lbs on the model I have). Of course she is little for her nearly 23 months, but she has never seemed uncomfortable. She doesn't know the difference! If it helps you to stay strong, kids fuss forward facing too!
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