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Original poster

To forward face 15 month old

155 replies

Ohtoeisme · 20/09/2024 15:58

I know from the point of view of an accident we aren’t as safe; the problem is she has become car sick when rear facing and apart for it being unpleasant for her it’s also a choking hazard.

I don’t think I’m being unreasonable but I am worried about judgement, stupid really. I guess I’m wondering if you would judge!

OP posts:
KeyWorker · 20/09/2024 16:07

I was under the impression that direction of travel made no difference to motion sickness. It is significantly safer to rear face as long as possible. Choking is only an issue if unconscious, babies are very good at protecting their airway, hence why they have a forward and sensitive gag reflex.

Ponoka7 · 20/09/2024 16:07

It can be whatever comes first. The greater risk is choking, unless you are driving at speed/in icy conditions. So go with the choice that eliminates that.

LostittoBostik · 20/09/2024 16:06

It's age first but weight as a second important criteria. So don't forward face an extremely light 18 month old. And it's illegal to turn a heavy 12 month old forward

Original poster
Ohtoeisme · 20/09/2024 16:02

Thanks, is it age or weight related or whichever comes first?

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Didimum · 20/09/2024 16:00

The law is over 15 months or over 9kg. Don’t allow anyone’s judgement affect you.