The Forgotten Transition: Why Choosing the Right High Back Booster Seat Matters
The Forgotten Transition: Why Choosing the Right High Back Booster Seat Matters
As parents, we often spend a lot of time researching and choosing the first car seat. We look at weight limits, installation methods, safety features, and how long it will last. Then we move on to the second stage, again carefully comparing specs, reading reviews, and asking for advice.
But when it comes time for the final transition - from a toddler seat to a high back booster, it’s easy for that same careful process to get overlooked. Life gets busy, our little ones seem so grown up already, and the decision can sometimes feel rushed or like a simple checkbox to tick.
I know because I did it!!!!
Before working at Bella Baby, I bought six high back booster seats for my twins. It might seem excessive, but with the school run and three different regular cars they’d be travelling in, it was the most practical solution at the time. I needed to make sure they were safely secured no matter which car they were in. I trusted what I was told in store. They fit, the weight was right, and the price was good. I never thought to ask about comfort or side impact protection. And that’s okay, but now I know better.
It was only when I needed to transition my daughter to a high back booster and started researching what I should get for her that I realised how many options were out there. It felt a bit daunting at first. I had a chat with the fabulous Sandra, our Dundrum store manager, and after just a few quick questions, she narrowed it down for me straight away. Her recommendation made complete sense and showed me how important it is to understand what suits your child and your lifestyle, not just what fits or is available.
Real Life Experience: A Family Holiday Changed Everything
This summer, we took our three kids on a family road trip to France. Long hours in the car, ferry crossings, naps on the go. The kind of journey where you really notice what works and what doesn’t.
Cybex generously provided us with three car seats to put to the test on this trip
Two CYBEX Solution T i-Fix seats for our six-year-old twin boys
One CYBEX Solution G2 i-Fix Foldable for our 3-year-old daughter
These seats changed everything.
One of our twins has always struggled with long car journeys. He gets anxious, restless, and unhappy, and we just assumed that’s the way he was.
But with the Solution T, we saw a different child. Calm, relaxed, and most importantly, comfortable.
It turns out, his previous seat simply wasn’t supporting him properly. Once we switched to Cybex, the anxiety we had accepted as normal was significantly reduced.
And yes, that hit me with a wave of mum guilt, but also with relief. Now we know better, and so many other parents deserve to know this too.
Why the Right High Back Booster Matters
This stage of your child’s journey is just as crucial as the newborn days. A high back booster isn't a step to overlook. It’s easy to think of the high back booster stage as just the final step - your child looks so much bigger now, after all. But while they’ve outgrown their toddler seat, they haven’t outgrown the need for protection.
A high back booster still plays a vital role in keeping your child safe and properly supported in the car. It ensures the seatbelt fits correctly, adds side-impact protection, and offers comfort for every school run, road trip, and sleepy car nap.
What really stood out to us about the Cybex Solution range:
· Comfort that lasts: The ventilated design kept our little tester cool and comfy, even during warm summer days.
· Built-in peace of mind: Advanced side-impact protection and an adjustable headrest that grows with your child.
· Not just safe - genuinely comfortable: A thoughtful design that kids are happy to sit in, even on longer journeys.
· Travel-friendly: The foldable G2 model was a game-changer for holidays and super easy to move between cars.
What Other Parents Are Saying
I brought this up with other parents at the school gate and most admitted, reluctantly, that they hadn’t thought much about their booster seat choice either. They went with what fit, what was in stock, or what seemed reasonably priced, And that’s exactly why I wanted to share our experience. Because once you know, you know!
What’s Next: Helping More Parents Get It Right
We're excited to host a Cybex Car Seat Event in our Dundrum store on Friday, 15th August! Joining us for the day is the fabulous Debbie from Cybex, who'll be in-store offering live demonstrations, expert advice, and answers to all your Cybex car seat questions.
The event continues throughout the weekend, with exclusive offers available in-store and Bella Baby’s own car seat experts on hand to help you find the perfect fit for your little one.
Thinking about upgrading to a booster or curious about this often-overlooked stage? Explore our carefully curated Cybex range now!