I kept Tehya rear facing until she was a little over 12 months old. Even then she was only just 8kgs. By this age and time she was starting to get bored of being rear facing but I am so glad that I kept her this way. It was a non issue for me.
I wanted to buy Noah the MR when it was time for him to go into a booster, but unfortunately money didn't allow for it, and DP went out and got another brand. I am considering buying one for Tehya, but atm she still fits nicely into her S&S carseat. It's so cozy for her and I love that she can still sit in it semi reclined, she often falls asleep in the car (when she's not spewing !!)
LOL Fletch, we did the same thing - Meridian and then Maxi Rider so bub could have the Meridian. I am a fan of both, it has worked well for us. Except, if we decide on no3, a third seat won't fit with those 2, so will have to look at other options.
We turned Jack around when he was not much over 8kgs as he was getting bored and wanting to face forward. At the time, I knew that it was recommended to wait until 12kgs, but I didn't know why so did it anyway. This time I have done much research and am appalled that I didn't do it earlier. If I had there is no way I would have turned him so soon. With Tom, I will try keeping him occupied with books/toys etc before resorting to turning him before 12kgs. Unlike Jack he often cries in the car anyway, so it is probably less of an issue anyway.
Has anyone read the stats in Sweden where they have bigger rear facing seats and keep kids in them until 4yo? It's amazing how much safer that is.
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