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 !!)