Experts recommend the following types of car seats based on a child’s age and size: Rear-Facing Car Seats: Ideal for young children, these seats cradle the child during a crash to protect their neck and spine. Infant Car Seat: Designed for newborns and small babies, typically used until they outgrow it before their first birthday.

With ‘Child Passenger Safety Week’ in full swing, parents and caregivers can expect an increased amount of communication as it pertains to child safety.

Car seats provide critical protection for kids in the event of a crash, but they're only effective when used and installed correctly.