Before traveling, place your child in an appropriate, correctly installed car safety seat and fasten the five-point harness.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends using a rear-facing car safety seat for children until they are at least 2 years old or until they reach the height and weight limits allowed by the car safety seat manufacturer.
It's crucial that all vehicles your child rides in, including those driven by caregivers, grandparents, and any cars you own, have this type of seat installed correctly. Additionally, pay attention to other aspects of car safety seats.