Are backless booster seats safe?
Are backless booster seats safe? Yes, backless booster seats are safe. They serve to position your child so they can be protected by a seat belt. Backless booster seats may be as safe as high back boosters, though there aren't many studies comparing the two.
Is 7 too old for a booster seat?
8 – 12 Years Keep your child in a booster seat until he or she is big enough to fit in a seat belt properly. For a seat belt to fit properly the lap belt must lie snugly across the upper thighs, not the stomach. The shoulder belt should lie snugly across the shoulder and chest and not cross the neck or face.
Should my 5 year old be in a car seat or booster?
4 – 7 Years Keep your child in a forward-facing car seat with a harness and tether until he or she reaches the top height or weight limit allowed by your car seat's manufacturer. Once your child outgrows the forward-facing car seat with a harness, it's time to travel in a booster seat, but still in the back seat.