Kids Should Be Rear-Facing Until 2 Years Old

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has recommended that children stay rear-facing until 2 years old, changing its previous recommendations. “AAP News,” the official newsmagazine of the academy, states that research shows that toddlers are five-times safer rear-facing than forward facing. Previously, the AAP recommended that children stay rear-facing until 1 year old and 20 pounds. For more information, or to have your child’s car seat checked, please contact Bill Craig at 428-3236, Erica Work at 336-6277, or Joni McSpadden at (360) 708-5057.