Christi
07-02-2002, 01:29 PM
Hi Toby!
I'm considering getting a Britax RA or King for my 18 month old (26lbs.). I tried him in the RA and I really liked it. However, his head was only a good 2-3 inches from the top. He wouldn't be able to use the top should harness yet though. Can you use the RA when their head is above the actual seat? I've looked and I don't see a height requirement.
So, I'm worried that I'll get the RA only to have him outgrow it all too soon! We do plan on having more children and I'll absolutely use it with them, but I want to have him in the seat for awhile. (the convertible car seat that I have right now has the bar that comes in front and I really want to stop using it NOW. BUT, once we get rid of it, we will not have another option for child #2 when it's time to go from the infant carrier to a convertible car seat.) Can you tell I'm trying to do some family planning in terms of making the best choice for our money being spent? :) So this is why I'm considering the RA more than the King.
My question to you is this: Would you recommend getting the RA regardless of the height situation? or should I consider the King?
I sure appreciate your information and help! I've read your posts and you are doing a great service to parents who are concerned about their child's saftey! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Christi
I'm considering getting a Britax RA or King for my 18 month old (26lbs.). I tried him in the RA and I really liked it. However, his head was only a good 2-3 inches from the top. He wouldn't be able to use the top should harness yet though. Can you use the RA when their head is above the actual seat? I've looked and I don't see a height requirement.
So, I'm worried that I'll get the RA only to have him outgrow it all too soon! We do plan on having more children and I'll absolutely use it with them, but I want to have him in the seat for awhile. (the convertible car seat that I have right now has the bar that comes in front and I really want to stop using it NOW. BUT, once we get rid of it, we will not have another option for child #2 when it's time to go from the infant carrier to a convertible car seat.) Can you tell I'm trying to do some family planning in terms of making the best choice for our money being spent? :) So this is why I'm considering the RA more than the King.
My question to you is this: Would you recommend getting the RA regardless of the height situation? or should I consider the King?
I sure appreciate your information and help! I've read your posts and you are doing a great service to parents who are concerned about their child's saftey! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Christi