Are booster seats really necessary?
Are booster seats really necessary? Booster seats, car seats and seat belts are equally effective at saving the lives of children, while booster seats top the others at reducing minor injuries specifically among children ages 8-12, according to new research. The study warned against moving children too early into booster seats and adult seat belts. What age or weight does a child not need a booster seat? All children whose weight or height exceeds the forward-facing limit for their car safety seat should use a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle seat belt fits properly, typically when they have reached...