The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A high-quality car seat inserts for newborns seat is a must purchase for babies. Suitable from birth to 13kg, they generally are used in conjunction with a pushchair to create an entire travel system. They also have the lay flat design to create the best sleeping position for babies.

The law requires them to be rear-facing until the baby is nine months old or 135cm tall. 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

This Silver Cross model is worth taking a closer look if you're in the market for an iSize infant car seat that will protect your child from birth to when they are ready to upgrade to a booster. It's one of the few R129-approved carseats that can be used right from birth and also provides full protection in a rear-facing position to the age of seven and is an investment that will last for the life of your child.

It's important to check if a model is i-Size approved. This includes side testing for impact as well as front impact tests. Other factors like the ease of installation and whether it's compatible with your vehicle are equally important, since any brilliant safety features won't perform to their full potential if they're not fitted correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek elegant design and a soft fabric cover that is machine washable to make cleaning easy. There's soft padding for your newborn and the seat liner is reversible to ensure comfort. It comes with a comfortable handle with a shaped grip that makes it easy to lift and transport.

The base of the car seat can be attached to your vehicle using the Isofix connectors, or by using the seatbelt. It is recommended to use the FamilyFix iSize base to ensure the iSize's compliance and to facilitate installation. The base is also compatible with a variety of Maxi Cosi accessories like seat covers, footmuffs, and sun shades for extra warmth or to shield your little one from the sun.

In addition to the iSize approval and the excellent crash test results, which ensure it gets the top spot in all categories It is a well-designed car seat that comes with many other attributes that are worth considering. The compact fold takes up little space in the trunk, and it has a 5-point safety harness, ergonomically designed carry handle, and 10 headrest positions for babies with memory foam. The seat will also fit into most pushchairs as part of a travel system and can be used with the brand's FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream ISize

The Silver Cross Dream i-Size is one of the latest products in the range of the company and is a luxurious choice that comes with an infant car seats on sale insert for your adorable bundle. The car seat is approved by iSize and will provide the longest life span for your child's development from birth. It can be used rear facing up to 18kg, and it offers superior side impact protection through its unique Motion Safe System. The seat's rotating design makes it easy to get your child inside and out. The ISOFIX built-in lock is also a safety feature.

Suitable for babies aged from birth to 12 months (to 85cm) This model was created with comfort in mind, with bamboo fabric that is soft and comfortable and Silver Cross premium branding. The insert for newborns will keep your baby safe in a safe and comfortable position. It has sections that are removable and can be adjusted to your baby's growing needs and a five-position headrest that guarantees a perfect fit. The seat has been given the AGR 2022 certification of approval - a top accolade for infant car seats and is compatible with Silver Cross prams and pushchairs to create an entire travel system (adapters sold separately).

Like the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless which means you can use it with the ISOFIX connectors or the seat belt of your vehicle. The one-of-a-kind built-in ISOFIX installation method is easy to use and takes only a few minutes to set up. The seat is ideal for parents who have to change cars often and travel in a family vehicle or share a car with drivers and taxis.

It's worth noting that this seat is a bit more expensive than the maxicosi cabriofix, but it's still one of our top picks as it looks stunning and comes with a user-friendly 360 swivel base as well as an easy three-level recline feature 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 the safety of the product and ease of installation and also if the seat is fitted correctly. It's important to keep in mind that even the best car seats will only provide maximum protection if installed properly.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is the only ISOFIX seat we've tested that can allow rear-facing children up to 23kg and 125cm (around four years old). It also has the highest height limit for an 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 possible it's a good idea to consider.

The seat is sturdy and sturdy and offers plenty of room to grow for your child's head and torso. It's designed for comfort and comes with a one-handed reclining mechanism and 12 headrests, and soft belt padding. We believe it's able to withstand the wear and tear of everyday use, even though the button and mechanism used to release and tighten the straps are a bit fiddly and we worry about it getting stuck or breaking in the course of time.

It's also a relatively lightweight seat at just over 10kg, so it's easy to get into and out of the car. It comes with a pocket to store small items on the back and a built in sun shade with Velcro strips. It can be clipped onto strollers that are compatible and is ideal for those who need to make multiple trips.

Like most i-Size car seats, the base of this seat is fitted with Isofix connectors and clicks effortlessly into place. It also comes with a support leg that can be adjusted by using the small grey button that is hidden behind the back of the seat and an indicator light to let you know it's secure. The seat slides over the top and it comes with an easy-to-use handle for lifting it out of your car.

One of the most appealing advantages of this seat is that it can be slid forward and backwards along the base to adjust legroom. You can adjust the legroom to meet your child's height so they can cross their legs comfortably. This is an excellent feature that works and I've found that with a little practice it took me 30 seconds to adjust the seat and set up the legroom.

George at Asda

If you're looking for your first car seat for a baby or a second one to use in conjunction with your existing pushchair you'll find a wide selection at George at ASDA. The well-known retailer is renowned for its low-cost clothing and homeware. It's especially popular around Christmas and other events.

As with all parenting items price can vary. You can get a car seat for your newborn that does not require base for as little as PS100 or a full infant car seat uk carrier for PS725 when you're looking to purchase one with the base. If you are planning to use the pushchair that you already own, buying an extra seat will save you money compared to buying a separate travel system or pram.

If you're looking to purchase car seats for your newborn it's crucial to select one that meets the latest standards. These include a recommended recline position to keep infants from settling in an unnatural and unsafe position. In addition the seat should have removable padding to help keep newborns comfortable and secure.

It is crucial to choose a car seat that will increase in size with your child's. A lot of parents opt for a car seat that falls in the group 1+, group 1/2/3 or group 3/4 that can be adjusted to suit their child's height. This type of car seat is suitable from birth up to about 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are secure and safe and you should stay clear of second-hand car seats unless they've had professionally cleaned and tested. Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse car seat newborn safety experts strongly recommend against purchasing a secondhand seat from a relative or friend since it's difficult to find out the history. However, they suggest purchasing a second-hand seat from trusted retailer or eBay. Before buying anything it's a good idea also to check the warranty. The warranty should include 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 is, the better. The most comprehensive warranties offer repair and replacement parts as well as free repairs for the first three to five years.