How Much Should a Baby Weigh to Face Forward in a Car Seat?
You should keep your baby rear-facing in a car seat until they weigh at least 40 pounds or reach the maximum weight limit set by your car seat’s manufacturer. Rear-facing protects their head, neck, and spine better, especially since babies have larger heads compared to their bodies.
Most convertible seats allow rear-facing up to 50 pounds or more, which means your little one can stay safer for longer. If you want to know more about when and why to switch, there’s some additional important info to take into account.