The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A good car seat for newborns is a must-have. They are suitable from birth up to 13kg and are combined with a pushchair to create an entire travel system. They feature an elongated design that lets babies sleep in the most comfortable position.

Legally, they have to be rear-facing until your baby is nine months old or 135cm tall. We recommend using an iSize (also known as R129) or an ECE R44-approved baby seat that comes with ISOFIX and provides side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

If you're looking for an iSize infant car seats uk car seat that can last your baby from birth until they're ready move to a booster seat then this model from Silver Cross is definitely worth a close look. It's one of the few R129-approved carseats that can be used right from birth, and it also offers full protection in a rear-facing position to seven years old and is a long-term investment for your child.

i-Size approval accounts for more than just front-impact tests, including side impact tests too, so it's always worth checking this with any vehicle you're considering buying. Other aspects like the ease of installation, and if it's appropriate for your vehicle are also important, as the most advanced safety features won't perform to their full potential if not properly installed.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek elegant design and a soft fabric cover that can be machine washed to make cleaning easy. The cushion for the seat is cushioned to provide comfort, and the reversible liner can be used to protect your baby. It has an ergonomic handle with a shaped grasp that makes it easy to lift and move.

The base of this car seat can either be attached to your vehicle using the Isofix connectors, or by using the seatbelt. It is best to use the FamilyFix ISize base to ensure the iSize's compliance and to facilitate installation. The base can be used in conjunction with Maxi Cosi accessories such as seat covers, footmuffs, and sun shades to keep warm or protect your child from sun exposure.

Apart from the i-Size certification and impressive crash test results that ensure it gets the top spot in all categories It is a well-designed car seat that comes with many other features worth considering. The compact fold only takes up a tiny space in the trunk, it includes 5-point safety harness, ergonomically designed carry handle, as well as 10 headrest positions for babies with memory foam. The seat can also be inserted 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

The Silver Cross Dream i-Size is one of the newest products in the range of the company and is a luxury option that comes with an infant insert for your precious baby. This car seat has been i-Size certified and offers the longest lifespan for your child from birth. It can be used rear facing until 18kg and it offers superior side impact protection with its unique Motion Safe System. Its rotating seat design makes it easier to get your child in and out and the built-in lock ISOFIX makes sure it's securely locked in place too.

Suitable for infants from birth to 12 months (to 85cm), this model was created with comfort in mind, with soft touch bamboo fabrics 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 grows. Additionally, the five-position headrest guarantees a comfortable fit. 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 make an entire travel set (adapters are sold separately).

The Nuna PIPA Urbn is baseless and therefore you can use the Dream i-Size with ISOFIX connectors and your vehicle's seatbelt. The ISOFIX system is a distinctive installed system that takes just a few seconds to install. The seat is ideal for parents who have to change vehicles frequently, travel in a family vehicle, or share a car with taxi drivers and drivers.

It's also worth noting that this seat is a bit more expensive than the maxicosi cabriofix, pushchairsandprams.Uk but it's still one of our favourites because it looks fantastic and comes with a user-friendly 360 swivel base as well as a gentle three-level recline function plus a removable newborn inlay. It is also iSize approved, has an excellent crash-test rating and is a top safety choice by Which? (they base their recommendations on safety, which includes ease of installation and if it's fitted correctly). It's important to keep in mind that even the most effective car seats will only provide the best protection if installed properly.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is the only ISOFIX seat we've tested to allow rear-facing for children up to 23kg and 125cm (around four years old). It has the highest rear-facing height limit of any seat we've tested. It's certainly a unique feature, and if you're looking to keep your child rear-facing as long as you can, it could be worth considering.

The seat is sturdy 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 that can be used for no less than 12 headrest positions and soft belt padding. It's designed to be durable and can withstand the rigors of daily use. However, the button and mechanism to tighten and release straps are a bit fiddly. We're concerned that it could become stuck or break over time.

It's also quite lightweight at just under 10kg, which makes it easy for you to lift into and out of your car. It also has a handy compartment at the back of the seat to keep items, and it has an integrated sun shade that has a handy Velcro strip. It can be easily attached to an appropriate stroller that is ideal for those who need to make multiple trips.

The seat's base is Isofix compatible and snaps into place easily. It also comes with a support leg that can be adjusted using the small grey button that is hidden away on the back of the seat, and an indicator light to let you know it's secure. The seat then slides onto the top, and there's a handy grab handle for lifting it in and out of the car.

One of the most appealing advantages of this seat is that it can be slid forward and backwards across the base to adjust legroom. You can alter the legroom to suit your child's height so that they can cross their legs comfortably. This is a great feature and it works well as I discovered that after a bit of practice it took me 30 seconds to adjust the seat and create the legroom.

George at Asda

Whether you're looking for your first car seat for infants or a second one to use alongside your current pushchair, you'll find a fantastic range at George at ASDA. This well-known supermarket is well-known for its cheap clothes and homeware. It's especially popular around Christmas and other occasions.

As with all parenting products, prices can vary widely. You can get an infant car seats uk car seat that doesn't need base for as little as PS100 or a full infant carrier for as low as PS725 when you're looking to purchase one with an integrated base. If you are planning to use the pushchair that you already own and want to purchase an additional seat, it will save you money compared to purchasing an additional travel system or pram.

It is crucial to choose the right car seat that meets the most recent standards when you purchase one for your infant. The recline position is recommended to stop babies from assuming an unnatural or unsafe position. In addition the seat should have removable padding to help keep newborns comfortable and secure.

It's important to select a car seat that will increase in size with your child's. Because of this, many parents opt for a group 1/2/3 or 0+/1 car seat that can adjust to accommodate their child's height. This type of seat is ideal for children ranging from birth up to around 12 years old.

The best infant car seats are safe and secure, so you should avoid second-hand car seats unless they've had professionally cleaned and tested. Car safety experts Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse strongly recommend against purchasing a second-hand car seat from friends or relatives, as it's difficult to know its history. They recommend a used seat from a trusted seller or on eBay. It's also a good idea to check the warranty prior to making any purchases. The warranty will cover any repairs or replacements that might be required. Warranty terms can range between two and six years depending on the manufacturer. The longer the warranty, the more comprehensive. The most comprehensive warranties offer repair parts that are replaced and repairs for free for the first three to five years.