How long can your kids last in this before they are too tall? I heard that it doesn't work well for a booster?
841230
i havent tried it as a booster yet- my son just turned FF.it is pretty tall tho. i would follow the guidelines of the car seat which should be posted.
841231
Both of my boys are still rear-facing even though the oldest is about to turn 4. Height limits for rear-facing 44" and forward-facing 57".
841232
Rear facing or FF? I'm not sure on the FF but my daughter just turned three and is pretty tall for her age and still fits RF. We actually have another seat now but I enjoyed the Diono.
841233
My son is only 43" so he isn't in the booster yet but has plenty of room to grow. The website says 57" and 120lbs is the max. so not sure why that wouldn't work for a booster. I'm sure it is give or take if your child has a long torso and shorter legs vs. a shorter torso and longer legs. So even though my son isn't using this as a booster yet I'm planning on using it for that and don't see a problem with it. Hope that helps. I know every child is different but I've found this seat to be awesome so far. (my plan is to keep my kids in these seats until they are ready to go without a seat and booster) My son is only 43" so he isn't in the booster yet but has plenty of room to grow. The website says 57" and 120lbs is the max. so not sure why that wouldn't work for a booster. I'm sure it is give or take if your child has a long torso and shorter legs vs. a shorter torso and longer legs. So even though my son isn't using this as a booster yet I'm planning on using it for that and don't see a problem with it. Hope that helps. I know every child is different but I've found this seat to be awesome so far. (my plan is to keep my kids in these seats until they are ready to go without a... » Read More My son is only 43" so he isn't in the booster yet but has plenty of room to grow. The website says 57" and 120lbs is the max. so not sure why that wouldn't work for a booster. I'm sure it is give or take if your child has a long torso and shorter legs vs. a shorter torso and longer legs. So even though my son isn't using this as a booster yet I'm planning on using it for that and don't see a problem with it. Hope that helps. I know every child is different but I've found this seat to be awesome so far. (my plan is to keep my kids in these seats until they are ready to go without a seat and booster) « Show Less
841234
The seat is outgrown as a booster at the same time as the harness. That's why it doesn't make a great booster. If you harness to the max, the child's shoulders will already be almost to the headwings so they won't fit any longer to use it as a booster. The R120 will last a little longer as a booster since it doesn't have the wings, but not by much.
573043
My grandson is slightly taller than that and it is fine for him. I believe you adjust it for height. How long it will work for is another question.
728637
We haven't done this because I really value the super sturdy nature of the design. We always have at least two kids in there and our huge 7 year old (78 pds!) always leaning over the side. He is so tall he probably doesn't need to be in it but refuses to get out, etc.
286174
I don't think so. I waited until my boy was more than 3 years old before transferring him to this booster. You may want to look into front-facing seats that can be used from around a year old that has higher weight limits. It will cost a bit more but it will be worth it if you can use it for several years.
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i bought it a while ago soon after my son turned 2. we use it at the kitchen table when making art projects. i still use his high chair when eating since he does not resist sitting it in still. i think if i sat him in the booster seat i would have a mess on my floor :-) my son sits very well in this seat - he is 2 1/2 years old, weighs 28 pounds, and (I'm not totally sure on his height) is a little short for his age. i feel that this booster seat will last at least 2 more years for him. fyi...i saw this exact seat at Walmart the other day for just over $10. You could probably go there and see if they have it in order to see it first-hand. i bought it a while ago soon after my son turned 2. we use it at the kitchen table when making art projects. i still use his high chair when eating since he does not resist sitting it in still. i think if i sat him in the booster seat i would have a mess on my floor :-) my son sits very well in this seat - he is 2 1/2 years old, weighs 28 pounds, and (I'm not totally sure on his height) is a little short for his age. i feel that this booster seat will last at least 2 more years for him. fyi...i saw this exact seat at Walmart the other day for just over $10. You could probably go there and... » Read More i bought it a while ago soon after my son turned 2. we use it at the kitchen table when making art projects. i still use his high chair when eating since he does not resist sitting it in still. i think if i sat him in the booster seat i would have a mess on my floor :-) my son sits very well in this seat - he is 2 1/2 years old, weighs 28 pounds, and (I'm not totally sure on his height) is a little short for his age. i feel that this booster seat will last at least 2 more years for him. fyi...i saw this exact seat at Walmart the other day for just over $10. You could probably go there and see if they have it in order to see it first-hand. « Show Less
732611
I think my daughter started using it at 13 months because the high chair was taking up too much space. As long as they are sitting up on their own and don't have a problem trying to escape from their chair you should be fine. Mine said 2+ on the package I believe
2131717
I feel like you will have a problem with height before weight. My son used it until right before a year. Then he was too tall and it wouldn't go any higher.
2105371
No booster is appropriate for any child under 40 lbs. The Bubblebum is a great option for squeezing between 2 other seats, etc, but if they don't fit in it and sit in it properly, it is not safe. I concur with all the other answers already posted...
1165816
We have been considerign purchasing this, can anyone attest to the true smaller size this posts. I just bought a Nissan Versa and thought 3 kids would fit comfortably in the back seat (not quite). We currently have the Evenflo Triumph, Fisher Price Safe Voyage booster, and an 11 year old that gets squeezed wherever she fits. The kids are actually 3, 9, and 11. The 9 year old still needs the booster-he is only 60 pounds. I am considering purchasing this car seat but only if I can get all three kids comfortable in the back seat. This would replace the Triumph.
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Our son started using it close to 5 mo. At first he was tip toeing a little so we put a pillow underneath him. Now he's at 17 pounds and close to 6 mo. I guess takes a little learning from the little one to get use to it. Now, he jumps in it like crazy and he has learned to swivel and turn. He can stay in it for about 30 minutes then gets bored. I'd say it's a good pre walking gym to have. Develop those leg muscles etc etc. However I think when little ones get to start walking I don't think they'll care much about jumpers. So I'd day you'd get a good 6 mo out of it give or take. Hope that answered it... and its just my opinion. Aloha and happy babying. Our son started using it close to 5 mo. At first he was tip toeing a little so we put a pillow underneath him. Now he's at 17 pounds and close to 6 mo. I guess takes a little learning from the little one to get use to it. Now, he jumps in it like crazy and he has learned to swivel and turn. He can stay in it for about 30 minutes then gets bored. I'd say it's a good pre walking gym to have. Develop those leg muscles etc etc. However I think when little ones get to start walking I don't think they'll care much about jumpers. So I'd day you'd get a good 6 mo out of it give or take. Hope that... » Read More Our son started using it close to 5 mo. At first he was tip toeing a little so we put a pillow underneath him. Now he's at 17 pounds and close to 6 mo. I guess takes a little learning from the little one to get use to it. Now, he jumps in it like crazy and he has learned to swivel and turn. He can stay in it for about 30 minutes then gets bored. I'd say it's a good pre walking gym to have. Develop those leg muscles etc etc. However I think when little ones get to start walking I don't think they'll care much about jumpers. So I'd day you'd get a good 6 mo out of it give or take. Hope that answered it... and its just my opinion. Aloha and happy babying. « Show Less
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I don't know how old your child is, but they recommend a 5 point harness as long as possible and in our state boosters are supposed to be used until 8 or they meet the height/weight requirements. With this seat you would definitely get several years in the 5 point as well as a booster after that. I can't remember exactly, but I think this seat has a 6 yr expiration date so it should last someone most if not all of the child's "car seat life". :-)
1960505
One of my two year olds is 36lbs and 36in tall. It fits him. I would like for there to be more room to grow, but it should fit for a while. I've thought about adding to it myself to make it bigger. It wouldn't be that hard. I think these were worth the money. I hope this helped. :)
44903
I think our little one was about 18months when we got it but she's always been a little on the tall side. I highly recommend it!! If you get it and feel she's not ready for it yet just store it until its time. It really is worth the investment!
1246713
It only works rear-facing and forward-facing with a 5 point harness. It is not a belt positioning booster, but it can last an older child for quite a while... up to 65lbs and 54in. According to the CDC growth charts, the average 7 year old (50th percentile) is about 50lbs and 48in.
2077672
I would say from the time that they are able to sit up with minimal support to around the time they are pulling up. My daughters were using it from 4 1/2-5 months to about 9 months so about 4 months. After that it's not as practical.
1131788
Hi there. I have used it for my 2yr old since he was around 25 pounds and it worked fine. The seat comes with an extra lining/padding for the seat, intended for keeping the child firmly in place which I used for like 2 weeks and never needed it again.Alternatively look at the britax marathon or whatever the newer version is called. It will not last that long buy then again whenever you need a booster, these are pretty inexpensive. Hope this helps. Best
576681
Yes, it will work fine....our son is 22 lbs. and it works great! Plus it can transition to be used as just a booster once he's old enough.