The Best Car Seats For Newborns
A good car seat for newborns is a must-have. They are suitable from birth to 13kg and can be combined with a pushchair to create a travel system. They feature a flat design that lets babies rest in the most optimal position.
By law, they need to be rear-facing until the baby is nine months old or 135cm tall. We recommend choosing an i-Size (also known as R129) or ECE R44-approved seat that comes with ISOFIX and provides side impact protection.
Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size
This Silver Cross model is worth taking a closer look when you're looking for an iSize infant car seat that will protect your child from birth until when they are ready to upgrade to an adult booster. It's one of the few R129-approved seats that can be used from birth and also provides full protection in a rear-facing position to seven years old and is an investment that will last the lifetime of your child.
i-Size approval accounts for more than just front-impact tests, including side impact testing too so it's always worth checking this with any vehicle you're thinking of purchasing. It's also important to think about other aspects, including the ease of installation and if it's compatible with your vehicle. Innovative safety features will not work effectively if they're not fitted correctly.
The design of the Pebble Pro is sleek and stylish, with soft fabric that's machine washable for quick and easy cleaning. The seat cushion is padded for comfort and the reversible liner could be used for babies. It's a ergonomic handle with a shaped grip that makes it comfortable to carry and lift.
The base of this car seat can either be attached to the vehicle using Isofix connectors, or using the seatbelt. It is best to use the FamilyFix iSize base to guarantee iSize compliance and for easier installation. The base can be used in conjunction with Maxi Cosi accessories such as seat covers, footmuffs, and sun shades to keep your child warm or protect your child from sun exposure.
The car seat is well designed and has many features that make it a great choice. It also has the iSize approval, excellent crash test results across all categories and possesses countless other features. The compact fold takes up only a little space in the trunk, and it comes with 5-point safety harness, ergonomically designed carry handle, as well as 10 headrest positions for babies with memory foam. It can also fit into the majority of pushchairs that are part of a travel system and can be used with the brand's FamilyFix 360 base.
Silver Cross Dream i-Size
Silver Cross Dream i-Size, one of the latest products in the company's line-up, is a luxurious option with an infant insert. This car seat is i-Size approved and offers your child maximum longevity from birth, with rear facing up to 18kg, and with a high degree of side impact protection due to its unique Motion Safe system. The seat's rotation makes it easy to get your child in and out. The ISOFIX built-in lock is also an added safety feature.
This model is suitable for infants until 12 months old (85cm) and has been designed to be comfortable. It is made of soft bamboo fabric with premium branding from Silver Cross. The newborn insert is designed to keep your baby safe and secure with removable sections can be adjusted as your baby grows and the five-position headrest provides an ideal fit. The seat was awarded the AGR-2022 certification of approval – the highest award for infant car seats – and is compatible with Silver Cross prams or pushchairs to create a travel set (adapters are available separately).
The Nuna PIPA Urbn is baseless which means you can use the Dream i-Size with ISOFIX connectors and your vehicle's seatbelt. The ISOFIX system is an exclusive, built-in installation system that takes only seconds to install. It is a great option for parents who frequently change cars or share a car with their family or travel with taxis and drivers.
The seat is slightly more expensive than maxicosi's cabriofix, but it's one of our favorites because it looks fantastic and comes with the 360-degree swivel function. It also comes with the ability to recline three levels as well as a removable infant inlay. It's also iSize certified and has a top crash test rating and is one of the top safety picks by Which? (they base their recommendations on safety, including ease of installation and if it's properly fitted). Remember that even the top of car seats will only offer maximum protection in the event that it is installed correctly.
Axkid One i-Size
The Axkid One i-Size is the only ISOFIX seat we've tested to allow children to rear-face up to 23kg and 125cm (around four years old). It also has the highest height limit for a rear-facing seat of any we've reviewed. It's definitely a unique feature and if you want to keep your child rear-facing as long as you can, it could be worth considering.
The seat itself is solid and sturdy, and there's plenty of space for the head and torso of your child to grow comfortably. It's designed with comfort in mind. it has a recline adjustment that is one-handed that can be used for no less than 12 headrest positions and a soft belt padding. We believe that it's built to endure the wear and tear of regular use, although the button and mechanism that is used to loosen and tighten the straps is slightly fiddly and we worry about it becoming stuck or breaking in the course of time.
It's also light at just a little over 10kg, making it easy to lift into and out of your car. It comes with a pocket to keep small items in the back, and an integrated sun shade that has a velcro strip. car seat newborn can be clipped to strollers that are compatible, which is great if you need to make multiple trips.
The seat's base is Isofix compatible and clicks into place with ease. It also has an adjustable support leg that can be adjusted by using tiny grey buttons tucked in the rear of the seat. It also has an indicator light to show it's secure. The seat slides onto the top, and it has an easy handle that can be used to lift it into and out of your car.
This seat has a wonderful feature it can be shifted forward and backwards along the base in order to alter the legroom. You can adjust the legroom to fit your child's height so they can cross their legs comfortably. This is an excellent feature and it's very effective and I've found that after a bit of practice, it took me about 30 seconds to fit the seat and set up the legroom.
George at Asda
George at ASDA offers a wide selection of car seats for infants whether you're looking for your first one or an additional one to go with your pushchair. The well-known chain of supermarkets is well-known for its cheap clothes and homeware and is particularly popular around Christmas and other shopping occasions.
Prices can vary widely for all parenting products. But you can pick up an infant car seat for newborns starting at PS100 that doesn't need any base, and go up to PS725 for a full infant carrier. If you are planning to use the pushchair that you already own purchasing an additional seat will save you money when compared to purchasing a separate pram or travel system.
It's important that you choose the right car seat that meets the latest guidelines when purchasing one for your baby. It should have a recline position to prevent infants from settling in a dangerous and unnatural position. The seat should also have removable padding that will keep the infant cozy and comfortable.
Infants and newborns can outgrow their car seats very quickly and it's crucial to select a seat that can adapt to their needs. Many parents opt for a car seat in the group 0+/1, group 1/2/3 or group 3/4 that can be adjusted to fit their child's size. This kind of car seat is suitable for babies up to around 12 years old.
The best infant car seats are safe and secure, so you should avoid second-hand ones unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse car safety experts strongly recommend against purchasing a secondhand seat from a friend or relative as it is difficult to know the history. They suggest buying a used car seat from a trusted seller or even on eBay. Before buying anything, it's an excellent idea to verify the warranty. The warranty should cover repairs or replacements. Based on the manufacturer, warranties range from two to six years. The longer the warranty is, the better. The most comprehensive warranties include repair parts that are replaced and repairs for free for the first three to five years.