The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A quality car seat is an essential buy for newborns. Suitable from birth to 13kg, they generally are used in conjunction with a pushchair to create a travel system and have an easy-to-lay flat design to provide the ideal sleeping position for infants.

The law requires that your child be rear-facing until the age of nine months or 135cm. We recommend choosing an i-Size (also called R129) or ECE R44-approved seat that comes with ISOFIX and side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth a closer inspection when you're looking for an iSize infant seat that can protect your child from birth to when they're ready to upgrade to an adult booster. It's one of one or two R129-approved car seats that can be used from the moment of birth, and also provides protection for rear-facing children until 7. This makes it an excellent investment for your child.

The iSize approval covers more than just front-impact tests, but also side impact tests as well, therefore it is a good idea to verify this with any model you're thinking of buying. It's also important to take into consideration other aspects, including the ease of installation and whether it's compatible with your car. Innovative safety features will not work correctly if they're not installed correctly.

The design of the Pebble Pro is sleek and stylish with soft fabric covers that are machine washable for quick and easy cleaning. The seat cushion is padded for comfort and the liner that can be reversible can be used for babies. It comes with a comfortable handle with a shaped grip that makes it easy to lift and carry.

As you can see from the photos the base for this car seat can be affixed directly to your vehicle with either the Isofix connectors or with the seat belt of your vehicle. It is best to make use of the FamilyFix iSize base to ensure iSize compliance and for easier installation. The base is also compatible with a range of Maxi Cosi accessories like seat covers, footmuffs, and sun shades for extra warmth or to protect your child from the sun.

Aside from the i-Size approval and the excellent crash test results, which ensure it gets top marks in all categories it is a well-designed car seat that comes with a host of other features worth considering. The compact fold takes up little space in the trunk. It has 5-point safety harness, ergonomic carry handle, and 10 headrest positions for your newborn with memory foam. The seat can also be used with most travel systems and pushchairs, including the FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream i-Size

Silver Cross Dream i-Size, one of the newest products in the range of products offered by the company it is a luxurious choice with a newborn insert. This car seat is i-Size certified and gives your child the best longevity starting at birth, with rear facing up to 18kg, and with a high degree of side impact protection thanks to its unique Motion Safe system. The seat's rotation design makes it easy to get your child out and in and out, while the built-in simple lock ISOFIX ensures that it is secure in its place.

Ideal for infants from 12 months to birth (to 85cm) This model has been designed with comfort in mind, with bamboo fabrics that are soft to the touch and Silver Cross premium branding. The newborn insert is designed to keep your baby snug and secure with removable sections that can be adjusted as your baby seat grows. Additionally, the five-position headrest provides a comfortable fit. The seat is awarded the AGR 2022 certification of approval which is a prestigious award for infant car seats (check out this blog post via www.bbxdn.com) - and is compatible with Silver Cross prams and pushchairs to create a travel system (adapters 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 your car's seat belt. The unique ISOFIX installation system is easy to use and takes just a few seconds to set up. The seat is a great option for parents who frequently change cars or share a family car or use taxis and drivers.

It's also a little more expensive than maxicosi's Cabriofix however it's among our top picks because it is stylish and has the 360-degree swivel function. It also has a three-level gentle recline function and a removable cheap infant car seats inlay. It's also iSize-approved and has a high crash test rating and is a top pick for safety by Which? (they base their recommendations on safety, which includes ease of installation and if it's fitted correctly). Be aware that even the most durable of car seats will only offer maximum protection when properly installed.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size ISOFIX seat is the only one 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 an rear-facing seat of any we've tested. It's an unusual feature that is worth considering if you want your child to remain rear-facing for as long as possible.

The seat is solid and sturdy and offers plenty of room for your child's head and torso. It's designed with comfort in mind. there's a one-handed recline adjustment, no less than 12 headrest positions and a soft belt padding. We believe it's built to withstand the wear and tear of regular use, although the mechanism and button used to tighten and release the straps can be a bit difficult to use and we are concerned about it getting stuck or broken over time.

It's also a light seat at just over 10kg, making it easy to get into and out of the car. It comes with a pocket that can store small items on the back and an integrated sun shade that has Velcro strips. It can be clipped onto an appropriate stroller easily, which is great if you need to travel on multiple occasions.

As is the norm with an i-Size car seat, the base of this seat uses Isofix connectors and snaps effortlessly into place. It also has an adjustable support leg which can be adjusted with tiny grey buttons tucked behind the rear of the seat. It also has an indicator light to show it's secure. The seat slides on top and there's an easy grab handle for lifting it out and in of the car.

This seat has a great feature it can be shifted forward and backwards along its base to alter the legroom. This means you can adapt the legroom as your child grows, so they can still be able to comfortably cross their legs, even if they're tall. This is a fantastic feature that is very effective. It took me around 30 seconds to set up the seat and adjust the legroom after a bit of practice.

George at Asda

George at ASDA offers a wide selection of infant car seats, whether you're looking to purchase your first car seat or a second one to go with your pushchair. The well-known store is renowned for its low-cost clothes and homeware. It's particularly popular around the time of Christmas and other celebrations.

Prices can differ widely for all parenting products. You can purchase a newborn infant car seat that doesn't require a base for as little as PS100 or a complete infant carrier for as low as PS725 when you're looking to purchase one with a base. If you intend to use the pushchair you already own purchasing an additional seat will save you money as compared to purchasing a separate travel system or pram.

If you're buying car seats for your baby it is important to select one that meets the latest regulations. It should have a recline position to keep infants from settling in a dangerous and unnatural posture. The seat should also include removable padding that will keep the lightweight baby car seat cozy and comfortable.

Infants and newborns may outgrow their car seats rapidly therefore it is important to select a seat that can grow with them. Many parents choose car seats in the group 0+/1, group 1/2/3 or group 3/4 that can be adjusted to suit the size of their child. This type of car seat is suitable for babies to around 12 years old.

The best rotating infant car seat car seats are secure and safe therefore you should avoid second-hand models 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 family member or friend since it's difficult to determine the history of the seat. They recommend a used seat from a reputable seller or even on eBay. Before purchasing any item it is an excellent idea to check the warranty. The warranty will include any repairs or replacements that might be necessary. Depending on the manufacturer, warranties vary from 2 to 6 years. The longer the warranty period is, the better. The most comprehensive warranties include repair parts that are replaced and repairs for free for the first three to five years.