The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A good car seat is an essential purchase for babies. It is suitable from birth to 13kg, they generally are used in conjunction with a pushchair to create a travel system and have a lay flat design to provide the ideal sleeping position for babies.

By law, they need to be rear-facing until the baby is nine months old or 135cm tall. We suggest choosing an i-Size (also known as R129) or ECE R44-approved child seat that comes with ISOFIX and offers side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth taking a closer look should you be looking for an iSize infant car seat in front seat seat that will protect your child from birth until when they're ready to upgrade to a booster. It's one of the few R129-approved car seat inserts for newborns seats that can be used at the time of birth and offers complete protection for rear-facing children up to the age of 7. This makes it a great investment for your child.

The i-Size certification covers more than just front-impact tests, but also side impact testing too so make sure to check this with any vehicle you're thinking of buying. It's also important to take into consideration other factors, such as the ease of installation and whether it's compatible with your vehicle. Innovative safety features will not work correctly if they're not installed correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek, stylish design with a soft fabric cover that can be machine washed to make cleaning easy. The seat cushion is padded to provide comfort, and the reversible liner can be used for your newborn. It features an ergonomic handle with a shaped grip that makes it easy to lift and transport.

The base of this car seat can either be connected to your vehicle using Isofix connectors, or by using the seatbelt. However, it is recommended to use the FamilyFix I-Size base to make it easier for installation and to maintain i-Size compliance. The base can be used with Maxi Cosi accessories such as footmuffs, seat covers and sun shades to keep warm or shield your child from sun damage.

Aside from the i-Size approval and excellent crash test results, which allow it to achieve top marks in all categories, this is an extremely well-designed car seat, with a host of other attributes that are worth considering. The compact fold only takes up a tiny space in the trunk, it comes with 5-point safety harness, ergonomically designed carry handle, as well as 10 headrest positions that your baby can enjoy with memory foam. The seat will also fit into the majority of pushchairs as part of a travel set-up and can be used in conjunction with the brand's FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream I-Size

Silver Cross Dream i-Size, one of the newest products in the company's line-up offers a luxurious option with the option of a newborn insert. This car seat has been i-Size certified and offers the longest life span for your baby from birth. It can be used with a rear facing up until 18kg, and also offers high side impact protection with its unique Motion Safe System. Its rotating seat design makes it easy to get your baby in and out and the built-in lock ISOFIX ensures that it is securely locked in place too.

This model is suitable for babies from 12 months to 12 months (85cm) and has been made to be comfortable. It is made of soft bamboo fabrics and premium branding from Silver Cross. The newborn insert is designed to keep your baby safe and secure with removable sections you can alter as your baby grows. Additionally, the five-position headrest ensures a snug fit. The seat has been given the AGR 2022 certification of approval which is a prestigious award for infant car seats - and is compatible with Silver Cross prams and pushchairs to create an entire travel system (adapters sold separately).

Similar to the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless which means that you can use it with the ISOFIX connectors or your car's seat belt. The ISOFIX system is a unique, built-in installation system that takes just a few seconds to set up. The seat is perfect for parents who move cars frequently, travel in a family vehicle, or share a car with drivers and taxis.

It's also priced a bit higher priced than maxicosi's cabriofix, but it's one of our top picks because it looks great and has an swivel 360-degree feature. It also has the ability to recline three levels and an infant-friendly inlay that can be removed. It's also iSize-approved and has a high crash test rating, and is a top safety choice by Which? (they base their recommendations on safety, including ease of installation and if it's properly fitted). It's important to note that even the best car seats will only provide maximum protection if properly installed.

Axkid One i-Size

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

The seat itself is solid and sturdy. There's plenty of space for the torso and head of your child to expand comfortably. It's designed to be comfortable and comes with a one-handed reclining mechanism, 12 headrest positions, and soft belt padding. We think that it's able to endure the wear and tear of everyday use, even though the button and mechanism used to tighten and release the straps are a bit difficult to use and we are concerned about it getting stuck or breaking in the course of time.

It's also a fairly light seat, weighing just under 10kg, so it's easy to get into and out of the car. It also has a handy compartment on the back of the seat to keep items, and it has a built-in sun shade that comes with an easy Velcro strip. It can be clipped onto a compatible stroller with ease which is great if you need to take multiple trips.

The base of the seat is Isofix compatible and can be clicked into place quickly. The seat also features an adjustable support foot that can be adjusted using a small gray button in the back. It also has an indicator light so that you know when it's secured. The seat slides over the top rated infant car seats, and there is a handy handle to lift it into and out of your vehicle.

This seat comes with a fantastic feature that it can be moved forward and backwards along its base to alter the legroom. This means you can alter the legroom as your child grows so they can still comfortably walk on their legs even if they're tall. This is a fantastic feature that works well. It took me about 30 seconds to set up the seat and adjust the legroom after some practice.

George at Asda

If you're looking for your first car seat for infants or a second one to use with your existing pushchair, you'll find a wide selection at George at ASDA. The well-known retailer is known for its affordable clothing and homeware. It's especially popular around the time of Christmas and other celebrations.

As with all parenting items prices can vary a lot. You can get a newborn infant car seat that doesn't need base for as little as PS100, or a full portable infant car seat carrier for as low as PS725 If you're looking for one with a base. Buying an extra seat is generally worth it when you intend to use your existing pushchair, since you'll reduce the cost of a separate pushchair or travel system.

It is essential to select car seats that meet the latest guidelines when purchasing one for your newborn. The recline position is recommended to avoid babies from adopting an unnatural or unsafe position. In addition, the seat should also have removable padding to help keep babies comfortable and snug.

Newborns and infants can outgrow their car seats quickly, so it's important to select a seat that can adapt to their needs. For this reason, many parents choose a group 0+/1 or group 1/2/3 car seat that can be adjusted to accommodate their child's height. This type of seat is ideal for children ranging from birth to 12 years old.

The best car seats (additional resources) for newborns are secure and safe and you should stay clear of second-hand ones unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse, car safety experts, advise against buying a second-hand seat from a relative or friend because it's difficult to determine the history of the seat. They suggest buying a used car seat from a reputable seller or on eBay. It's recommended to check the warranty before making any purchases. The warranty should cover repairs or replacements. Based on the manufacturer, warranties can range from two to six years. The longer the warranty period is, the more extensive. The most comprehensive warranties provide replacement parts and free repairs for the first three to five years.