Car seats play an important role in keeping babies safe while on the road and it is a legal requirement to use them. When it comes to car safety for children, choosing the right car seat is crucial as it can significantly reduce the risk of injury or death in the event of a car collision. The type of car seat you need change as you little one develops as it depends on your child's age, weight and height.

For infants up to 2 years old, a rear-facing car seat is recommended because it provides the best protection for their head, neck, and spine in the event of a crash.

As babies grow, they will need to transition to a forward-facing car seat with a harness and tether. This type of car seat is designed to protect children in the event of a collision by distributing the force of the impact over the strongest parts of their body. A forward-facing car seat with a harness is appropriate until they reach the height and weight limit of the seat.

Then it's time to move on to a booster seat that uses the car's seatbelt until the child is tall enough to use the seatbelt alone.

It's important to check the car seat's expiration date and to replace it if it's been involved in a crash or if it starts to show signs of wear and tear.