Our Review of the
Safety 1st Continuum
Our recommendation: From birth until the seat is outgrown (average 6-7 years old)
A 3-in-1 car seat that can be used rear-facing, forward-facing, and in high-back booster mode
From birth (for average/large newborns) or after the infant seat is outgrown
Stand Out Features of this Car Seat
Seat is good for you if
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Use caution if
Quirks to be aware of
Child Fit Information
Installation Information
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Specifications
Safety 1st
Product Information
Weight: 12.5lbs
Width: 18.5"
Highest Harness Height: 16.5"
Rear Facing Limits
Height: 19-40"
Weight: 5-40lbs
Head Height Rules: at least 1″ below the top of the headrest
Lower Anchor Connectors Weight Limit: 40 lbs
Forward-Facing Limits
Height: 29-45"
Weight: 22-50lbs
Head Height Rules: ears must be below the top of the headrest
Lower Anchor Connectors Weight Limit: 40lbs
No Back Booster Limits
Highest Belt Guide Settings
18.5"
High Back Booster Limits
Height: 43-52"
Weight: 40-80lbs
Head Height Rules: ears must be below the top of the headrest
Other Important Details
Newborn Fit
fits well, but it can be challenging to make the needed adjustments
Expiration Limit
10 years
Crash Replacement Policy
replace after a moderate to severe crash
Harness
no-rethread, except for the newborn setting
Lock-off
no
Vehicle Seat Protector
This brand allows a thin towel between the child car seat and the vehicle seat.