Almost without realizing it, your son has grown so much that he has no baby at all! The car seat has run out small, it's time to buy another one. Do not wait until you can barely buckle it and your feet and head protrude too much to change it. You need one of "older", which consist of a booster seat and a comfortable backrest and safely combine groups 2 and 3 for children between 15 and 36 kilos (approximately between ages 4 and 12). What should you consider to choose it?
Size and weight determine the choice
When buying a chair of this type for your child the most important thing is that it suits the weight and size, don't be guided by age. The appropriate weight categories are specified on the orange approval label.
The Oasys 2-3 Fixplus car seat grows with the child: the backrest is adjusted in height and width to adapt to the child's growth, so it will be worth it until the child can do without the retention system when it reaches 1.35 cm height, although its use is recommended up to 1.50 cm.
A backrest with side shields
It is important that you choose a chair with a backrest, because almost all of them incorporate side shields that reduce the risk of damage to the head and chest in the event of a side crash. Another reason to opt for a child restraint system with backrest is that it integrates guides that position and immobilize the seat belt on the child's shoulder.
Secure and firm installation with FIXPLUS
When you go to buy a chair of "seniors" also consider how it is anchored to the seat. As important as choosing an approved and quality chair is that it is correctly and firmly attached to the seat. To achieve this stability, a solution is the FIXPLUS system: Oasys 2/3 FixPlus provides for the combined use of safety straps and rigid FixPlus connectors, which ensure greater stability in the car.
Finally, look at the details: if the elevator cover can be removed for washing, if it incorporates coasters or if it reclines in several positions, for example. Go buy the chair with the child to see if it fits your size and let him choose the color!
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