The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A quality car seat is a must purchase for babies. It is suitable from birth to 13kg, they typically include a pushchair as an entire travel system. They also have a lay flat design that creates the ideal sleeping position for newborns.

The law requires that your baby be rear-facing until the age of nine months, or 135cm. We recommend an iSize (also known as R129) or ECE R44 approved seat that is fitted with ISOFIX and offers side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

If you're looking for an i-Size infant car seat that can last from birth until they're able to move to a booster seat, then this model from Silver Cross is definitely worth taking a close look. It's the only R129-approved carseats that can be used right from birth and also provides full protection in a rear-facing seat up to 7 years of age which makes it a long-term investment for your child.

i-Size approval accounts for more than just front-impact tests, and includes side impact tests as well, so make sure to check this with any model you're thinking of buying. Other aspects like the ease of installation, and if it's appropriate for your vehicle are also important, as any of the best safety features won't perform to their full potential if not installed correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek modern design with a soft fabric cover that is machine washable to make cleaning easy. There's soft padding for your newborn and an adjustable seat liner that can be reversible for your comfort. It comes with a comfortable handle with a shaped grasp that makes it easy to lift and move.

The base of the car seat can be connected to your vehicle using Isofix connectors, or using the seatbelt. It is recommended to use the FamilyFix iSize base to ensure that it is in compliance with iSize and facilitates installation. The base can be used with Maxi Cosi accessories such as footmuffs, seat covers and sun shades to keep your child warm or protect your child from the sun.

Aside from the i-Size approval and excellent crash test results that see it achieve top marks in all categories it is a well-designed car seat, with a host of other features worth a look. Those include its compact fold that takes up little space in your boot as well as a 5-point harness an ergonomic carry handle and 10 headrest positions, including memory foam for your infant. The seat will also fit into the majority of pushchairs as part of a travel system 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 latest products in the company's line-up offers a luxurious option with a newborn insert. The car seat is i-Size certified and offers the longest lifespan for your child's development from birth. It can be used rear-facing up to 18kg, and also offers high side impact protection thanks to its unique Motion Safe System. Its rotating seat design makes it easier to get your child in and out, while the built-in easy lock ISOFIX ensures it's securely secured in place.

Suitable for babies from 12 months to birth (to 85cm), this model was created with comfort in mind, with bamboo fabrics that are soft to the touch and Silver Cross premium branding. The infant insert will keep your baby snug in a safe and comfortable position. It comes with removable sections that can be adjusted to the growth of your child and a five-position headrest that will ensure a comfortable fit. The seat has been awarded the AGR-2022 certificate of approval – the highest award for infant car seats – and is compatible with Silver Cross prams or pushchairs in order to create an entire travel set (adapters are sold separately).

Like the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless which means you can use it with ISOFIX connectors or the seat belt of your vehicle. The unique ISOFIX installation system is simple to use and takes seconds to set up. It is ideal for parents who have to change cars often and travel in a family vehicle or share a car with taxi drivers or drivers.

The seat is priced a bit more expensive than maxicosi's cabriofix however it's among our favorites because it looks great and has the 360-degree swivel function. It also comes with a three-level gentle recline function as well as an inlay for infants that is removable. It's also i-Size approved and has a top crash test rating, as well as being one of the top safety picks by Which? (they base their recommendations on safety, including the ease of installation and whether it's installed correctly). It's important to remember though that even the best car seats can only offer maximum protection if they are installed properly.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is the only ISOFIX seat we've tested that can 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 an unusual feature that is worth looking into if you'd like your child to remain rear-facing as long as is possible.

The seat is sturdy and sturdy, and there is plenty of room to grow for your child's head and torso. It's designed to be comfortable and features a one-handed recline mechanism, 12 headrest positions, and soft belt padding. We believe it will be able to endure the wear and tear of daily use, even though the mechanism and button used to release and tighten the straps are a bit difficult to use and we are concerned about it becoming stuck or broken over time.

It's also quite lightweight baby car seat at just under 10kg, so it's easy for you to lift into and out of your car. It has a handy pocket on the back of the seat for storing items, and it has a built-in sun shade with a handy velcro strip. It can be easily clipped onto an appropriate stroller that is ideal if you have to take multiple trips.

The base of the seat is Isofix compatible and snaps into place easily. It also comes with a support leg that can be adjusted by using tiny grey buttons tucked away on the back of the seat and an indicator light to let you know it's secure. The seat slides onto the top and it comes with an easy handle that can be used to lift it into and out of your vehicle.

This seat comes with a fantastic feature it can be shifted forward and backwards along its base to alter the legroom. You can alter the legroom to suit your child's height so they can cross their legs comfortably. This is an excellent feature that works. It took me around 30 minutes to set up the seat and then 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 for your first one or a second one to put in your pushchair. This well-known supermarket is known for its affordable clothes and homeware. It's especially popular around Christmas and other occasions.

As with all parenting items prices can vary a lot. There are many options for a car seat for your newborn that doesn't need a base for as little as PS100 or a complete infant car seat cheap carrier for as low as PS725 If you're looking for one with an integrated base. A second seat is usually worthwhile in the event that you plan to use your current pushchair, since you'll reduce the cost of a separate pram or travel system.

If you're looking to purchase a car seat for your infant it is important to select one that is in line with the most recent standards. The recline position is recommended to stop infants from taking an unnatural or unsafe position. The seat should also have removable padding that will keep the baby snug and comfortable.

Newborns and infants can outgrow their car seats very quickly, so it's important to select a seat that can grow with them. Because of this, many parents opt for a group 1/2/3 or 0+/1 car seats by age seat that adjusts to fit their child's height. This kind of car seat is suitable from birth up to 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are safe and secure, so you should avoid second-hand ones unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Car safety experts Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse strongly recommend against purchasing a second-hand car seat from family members or friends, since it's difficult to determine its history. They recommend a second-hand seat from a trusted retailer or eBay. Before making any purchases it's recommended to verify the warranty. The warranty should cover all repairs or replacements. Warranty periods can vary from two to six year depending on the manufacturer. The longer the warranty is, the more extensive. The most comprehensive warranties include repair and replacement parts for free for the first 3 to 5 years.