Our family just moved to North Carolina and as of Sept. 1 this year it will be mandatory to have a latch installed car seat. Our son just turned 1 year last Sunday (July 28) and we are in the process of frantically replacing his infant seat!! He does not exceed the weight as he is only 17 lbs.-2oz. (a peanut), but he has now exceeded the height at 29 1/2"!

My question is: I know all the books/laws/manufacturers say that he must remain "rear-facing" until 20lbs., but what about when he exceeds the height? I'm sure this is a dumb question, since it would only make sense for him to face forward so that his feet aren't folded up against the back seat, right?! :)

2nd: What car seat do you all recommend since now I have to have a latch? We own a 2001 Saturn L-series wagon which have the tethers but I'm not certain about the latch.

Please help! We need a seat now!!

Thanks!
Amy