Five Things You've Never Learned About Best Car Seats For Newborns

The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A car seat that is suitable for infants is essential. Suitable from birth to 13kg, they typically are used in conjunction with a pushchair to create the travel system. They are also equipped with an easy-to-lay flat design to provide the best sleeping position for babies.

The law stipulates that your baby must be rear-facing up until the age of nine months, or 135cm. We recommend using an iSize (also known as R129) or ECE R44-approved child seat equipped with ISOFIX and provides side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Kore i-Size Booster Seat for Toddlers Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth an examination if you're in the market for an iSize infant car seat that will protect your child from birth until when they're ready to upgrade to an adult booster. It's one of the only R129-approved seats that can be used from birth and also provides full protection in a rear-facing position up until 7 years of age and is an investment that will last for the life of your child.

i-Size approval accounts for more than just front-impact tests, but also side impact testing too so make sure to check this with any model you're considering buying. It's also important to take into consideration other aspects, including the ease of installation and if it's compatible your vehicle. Innovative safety features won't work effectively if they're not fitted properly.

The design of the Pebble Pro is sleek and stylish, with a soft fabric covering that's machine washable for easy cleaning. There's a plush cushion for your infant and a the seat liner is reversible to ensure comfort. It's an ergonomic handle with ergonomically designed grips that make it comfortable to carry and lift.

As you can see from the images the base for this car seat can be affixed directly to your vehicle with either the Isofix connectors or with your vehicle's seatbelt. It is recommended to make use of the FamilyFix i-Size base for a simpler installation and to ensure i-Size compliance. The base can be used in conjunction with Maxi Cosi accessories such as footmuffs, seat covers and sun shades to provide warmth or protect your child from the sun.

This car seat is well designed and has many attributes that make it an excellent choice. It also has the iSize approval, excellent crash test results in every category, and comes with a myriad of other features. The compact fold takes up only a little space in the trunk, it has a 5-point safety harness, ergonomically designed carry handle, and 10 headrest positions for your newborn with memory foam. The seat is also compatible with a variety of travel systems and pushchairs, including the FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream ISize

The Silver Cross Dream i-Size is one of the latest products from the range of the company and is a luxury option that comes with an infant insert for your precious bundle. This car seat is i-Size approved and provides your child with maximum longevity from birth, with rear facing up to 18kg and with a high level of side impact protection due to its unique Motion Safe system. Its rotating seat design makes it easy to get your baby in and out, while the built-in easy lock ISOFIX ensures that it is securely locked in place too.

For infants from birth to 12 months (to 85cm) This model has been designed with comfort in mind. with bamboo fabric that is soft and comfortable and Silver Cross premium branding. The insert for newborns will keep your baby snug in a safe and comfortable position. It has removable sections you can adjust to the growth of your child and a headrest with five positions that ensures a comfortable fitting. The seat was awarded the AGR-2022 certificate of approval – a top award for infant car seats – and is compatible with Silver Cross prams or pushchairs to create an entire travel set (adapters are sold separately).

Similar to the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless that means you can use it with the ISOFIX connectors or the seat belt of your vehicle. The unique ISOFIX installation system is easy to use and takes only a few minutes to install. It is a great option for parents who frequently change cars or share a family car or use taxis and drivers.

It's worth noting that this model is more expensive than the maxicosi cabriofix, but it's still one of our top picks because it looks fantastic and has a simple 360-degree swivel base, and an easy three-level recline feature plus a removable newborn inlay. It's also iSize-approved and has a high crash test rating and is a top safety pick by Which? They base their recommendations on safety and ease of installation, and also if the seat is installed correctly. It's important to keep in mind that even the most effective car seats can only offer maximum protection if properly installed.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size ISOFIX seat is the only seat we've tested that allows children to rear-face until they reach 23kg and 125cm. (roughly four years old). It also has the highest height limit for seats that rear-facing we've reviewed. It is a unique feature that is worth taking into consideration if you want your child to remain rear-facing as long as you can.

The seat itself is solid and sturdy, and there's plenty of room for the head and torso of your child to grow comfortably. It is designed for comfort and features a one-handed recline mechanism and 12 headrests, and soft belt padding. It's designed to last and can withstand daily use. However, the button and mechanism to release and tighten straps can be a bit difficult. We worry that it may get stuck or break over time.

It's also quite light at just a little over 10kg, making it easy to get into and out of your car. It has a handy pocket on the back of the seat for storing things and also a built-in sun shade with a handy velcro strip. It is easily attached to an appropriate stroller which is ideal when you need to travel on multiple occasions.

As is usual with an i-Size car seats, the base of this seat uses Isofix connectors and clicks effortlessly into place. The seat also comes with a support foot that can be adjusted using a small gray button hidden on the back. It also comes with an indicator light so that you know when it's secured. The seat slides onto the top and it has an easy handle that can be used to lift it up and down your vehicle.

One of the best features about this seat is it's ability to slide forward and backwards along the base to alter legroom. You can alter the legroom to suit your child's height so they can cross their legs comfortably. This is a fantastic feature that works and I've found that with a little practice, it took me about 30 seconds to fit the seat and create the legroom.

George at Asda

George at ASDA has a great selection of infant car seats, whether you're looking to purchase your first car seat or an additional one to go with your pushchair. The well-known chain of supermarkets is known for its affordable clothing and homewares and is particularly popular during Christmas and other shopping occasions.

As with all parenting items prices can vary a lot. However, you can purchase an infant car seat starting at PS100 that doesn't require an base, and go up to PS725 for a complete infant car seat. Buying an extra seat is generally worth it in the event that you plan to use your existing pushchair with it, as you'll save money on the cost of a separate pushchair or travel system.

If you're buying car seats for your baby it is important to select one that is compliant with the latest regulations. It should have a recline position to prevent babies from sitting in an unnatural and unsafe position. Additionally, the seat should also be padded to keep newborns snug and comfortable.

It's important to select a car seat that can increase in size with your child's. Many parents choose a car seat in the group of 0+/1, group 1/2/3, or group 3/4 that can be adjusted to meet the size of their child. This kind of car seat is suitable from birth to about 12 years old.

The best infant car seats are safe and secure, so you should avoid second-hand models unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Experts in car safety Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse advise against purchasing a second-hand car seat through family members or friends, since it's difficult to know its past. They recommend purchasing a second-hand seat from trusted retailer or eBay. Before making any purchases it is an excellent idea to check the warranty. The warranty should include any repairs or pushchairsandprams replacements that could be required. Based on the manufacturer, warranties can range from two to six years. The longer the warranty is, the better. The most comprehensive warranties include free replacement parts and repairs for the first 3 to 5 years.