Best Car Seats For Infants and Babies

While convertible car seats work well for growing children but an infant seat is best for babies. They are also lighter and easier to attach to strollers than their larger counterparts.

Kecia Healy Instructor for CPST, Kecia Healy, Pushchairsandprams.Uk loved the recline leg that is spring-loaded and also the bubble indicator on the bottom of the Chicco KeyFit, as well as the user-friendliness. (The more user-friendly the car seat is, the more likely it is that parents will install it correctly. The model can also be used with three across in many mid-sized automobiles.

1. Clek Liing Infant Car Seat

Clek, one of the Canadian manufacturer, is well-known for its top-rated convertible car seat. The infant Liing is among their best infant seats. The seat comes with top-of-the-line safety features like a metal load-leg and a simple installation. It also has seven different recline positions that can be adjusted to match the slope of your vehicle's seat. A simple bubble indicator makes it easy to make sure the seat is in the correct angle prior to your child's first ride in it.

The base of the Liing is easy to install by using LATCH connectors made of rigid material that slide into the lower anchors of your vehicle which makes it easier to anchor the seat. This makes the Liing a great option for families who plan to switch vehicles often or for those who want a quick, reliable method to install their baby's car seat. You can also use the belt-tensioning system that comes with it to secure your child.

The Liing's 2-piece Newborn System is one of the features that sets it apart from other infant car seat models. This includes an insert for the lower that slips over the crotch buckle as well as an attachment for the head that connects to the harness to keep newborns from slumping or bending their heads forward while in the seat. It's a game changer for small babies and preemies and is among the few rear facing infant car seats that offer this type of support.

Another excellent feature of the Liing is its metal crash-test frame, which can reduce crash forces by up to 40 percent in comparison to other infant seats. The seat's shell is bolstered with EPP foam, which protects your child's head and torso which are the most vulnerable parts in a collision. The base of the seat has an aluminum load leg that absorbs energy, and also assists in reducing the risk of crashes.

2. Chicco KeyFit

This is a consistent top-rated infant car seat. It is simple to install and use, and it can adapt to your child's needs. It can also be combined together with strollers to create a travel system.

The KeyFit is a good choice for parents looking for an easy-to-use, safe and versatile seat. It scored a high score in crash tests, is light and comfortable to carry and offers a wide range of height/weight limits. It was also designed to guarantee the comfort of infants. The click-in area is surrounded by soft materials to protect your baby from being burned by metal. The newborn insert also has a head cover which protects their heads. And the seat pad, on which the baby sits on, nestles the infant in energy-absorbing foam cushions.

Installing it correctly is also extremely simple. It is essential to install the infant seat correctly, since a mistake in installation can increase the chance of getting injured. The KeyFit's premium LATCH connectors that come with a SuperCinch tightener ensure a secure fit that requires minimal effort. Plus, the base has a ReclineSure leveling foot and two RideRight bubble level indicators that help ensure the correct angle for the vehicle and a fast installation. And for alternate installation with the vehicle seat belt, clear belt routing and lock-offs make it simple to install, position and tighten the belt on the car seat.

The harness height adjustment rethread feature is a feature that is prevalent on many Chicco seats including the Keyfit model. This means that you must remove the harness and manually re-thread straps from one slot level to the next which is longer than non-rethread adjustments. But this is still an insignificant trade-off to the convenience this seat provides.

3. Joie i-Snug 2

The lightweight Joie i-Snug 2 is an infant car seat that is built to the most stringent safety standards. It features a no-rethread belt and is compatible with Joie Strollers that accept Maxi Cosi style adapters. The installation guide is clearly labeled and bubble levels are included to help align the seat. The car seat is comfortable, with plenty of padding. It also has a convenient canopy that protects your child from the sun.

The i-Snug 2 comes with an ISOFIX base for secure vehicle attachment and can be used with a compatible stroller for a complete travel set-up. It's a rear-facing infant car seat that offers the best head and neck protection for babies and newborns. The exclusive Tri-Protect Headrest features a layer Intelli-Fit Memory Foam to shield your child from side impact crashes.

You'll need a brand new infant car seat once your child reaches the weight and height limits or their first birthday. After that, you can upgrade to a convertible, or an all-in-one Kinderkraft I-Grow 360