A car seat is necessary when you have a child. This is why when you have a new baby or you're shopping for a new car seat, there are a few things you need to consider to get the best option for your money.
It really depends on what you want the car seat for. You might want a one time purchase that will be good right until the child will need to use something else as it grows. This is when a convertible seat is perfect to use. Or you might want a seat that can be easily carried with you while the child is sitting in it. An infant carrier will do just fine in this case.
Another important aspect is where the toddler will be facing when sitting in the car. Many babies cannot sit in a reversed position as they might get sick. However rear facing is the safest position at least until the baby is 1 year old. Even hospitals and various law enforcement agencies focus on babies having to sit in a rear-facing seat until they are one year old and reach 20lb. However most of the car seats are made to hold up to 30lb so if your baby reaches 20lb before becoming 1 year old, this is not a problem.
As you can see there are several aspects that are important to take into account before purchasing a car seat for your toddler. Age is important, weight is also important and the way the seat will be used is also an essential factor in the purchasing decision. Of course price should not be completely ignored either as you can find good cheap seats, however buying a really good quality one might warrant a higher price.
A small child still needs their diapers changed. This is why it is important to have at home a good quality baby changing pad. When on the road, however, make sure that you always have with you a diaper caddy in your car, that holds all the necessary items needed for changing those soiled nappies.
