http://www.babyonthego.co.uk Baby Car Seats UK - Groups With all those different types of booster seats / baby car seats UK, its no wonder why parents get confused. Choosing the right car seat for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make for your child. A car seat is also the most important product to own if you have a child due to safety reasons. A child seat should always be used when they are riding in the car if they are under 135cm and under 12 years old. A car seat is something you will need for your child from the day they are born. You will need to buy one before you have your baby so that your child is able to get home from the hospital. When it comes to buying child car seats many people wonder what all of the groups mean and what booster seats / baby car seats UK to choose? *Please see the video for a list of the different car seat groups* All children under 12 who are under 135cm have to use a child seat when riding in a car. This rule came into place in September 2006. Drivers can be fined an on the spot charge and can be fined even more in court if they do not comply with the new regulations for child car safety. Always make sure you pick a child car seat that is suitable for your child by using the information above. This information is always usually shown in the description of the car seat, so be sure you know your childs weight and height before buying a car seat. Also consider which type of car seat you would like your child to use. Some of the types are rear facing infant car seats (the safest type of car seat for infants), forward facing child car seats, convertible car seats, and booster seats and cushions. Take a look at our car seats for sale and read the descriptions to ensure the seat you choose is suitable for your child. It is very important for your childs safety that you pick a car seat that is suitable for them.