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While convertible car seats do
not have the convenience fac-
tor of doubling as a carrier, they
are made to be used rear-facing
and front-facing, which means
they can be used a lot longer
than infant car seats. If value
outweighs convenience, the con-
vertible car seat is an excellent
choice. This option makes sense
for parents who plan to use a
swing over a carrier, anyway.
When it comes to choosing a seat for the last duration, the 3-in-
1 is it. It extends past the rear-facing and front-facing stages to
eventually become a big kid's booster seat. The practicality of the
style might seem like a no-brainer, but this is a bulkier, heavier
seat. It's also highly unlikely to remain in pristine shape after
enduring the infant and toddler stages.
Some big kids (and parents) can't wait to ditch the clunky
old baby seat and get something that makes them feel a
bit more grown-up. A standard booster seat takes up less
room, is easy to install, and is fairly inexpensive. They're
also lightweight enough for kids to carry, giving mom and
dad one less thing to worry about.
The 3-in-1 Car Seat
For Big Kids
Graco 4Ever DLX 4 in 1 Car Seat
Infant to Toddler Car Seat
TOP
PICK
Graco TruboBooster Backless
Booster Car Seat
TOP
PICK
Graco 4Ever 4-in-1 Car Seat featuring
TrueShield Side Impact Technology
TOP
PICK
Safety 1st Grow and Go
3-in-1 Car Seath
$
BUDGET
FRIENDLY
The Convertible Car Seat
Graco SlimFit
3-in-1 Car Seat
$
BUDGET
FRIENDLY
