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  "title": "Infant car seats for newborn and premature babies: size limits",
  "question": "Which rear-facing infant car seats suit newborn or premature babies, and what size limits does each one have?",
  "answer": "Chicco KeyFit 30: The seat is designed for infants from 4 to 30 pounds and up to 30 inches tall. Techs report the low harness slots and optional inserts let the seat fit small babies well, including a 4-day-old 6 lb baby, while still leaving growing room; the newborn positioner must be removed by 11 lb.\nChicco KeyFit 30 ClearTex: Designed for infants between 4 and 30 pounds and up to 30 inches tall.\nChicco KeyFit Max ClearTex: Use only with a child whose weight is between 4 and 30 pounds and whose height is 32 inches or less.",
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