American Academy of Pediatrics now advises to keep toddlers in rear-facing car seats until 2 . The AAP says that children should be kept rear - facing, but not for long periods of time because it can lead to a higher risk of head injuries and other health problems later on. Squished legs ? ` But given everything else that needs to happen in a well-child visit , sometimes this message gets left behind . Kids who have only been rear-faced will most likely not be bothered .
American Academy of Pediatrics now advises to keep toddlers in rear-facing car seats until 2 . The AAP says that children should be kept rear - facing, but not for long periods of time because it can lead to a higher risk of head injuries and other health problems later on. Squished legs ? Kids who have only been rear-faced will most likely not be bothered .