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How to Choose the Best Car Seat Newborn
The best car seat for newborns is one that is compliant with federal safety standards, fits in your vehicle, comes with useful extras (like turning into a stroller) and fits within your budget. Also, make sure that the car seat is easily inserted into and out of any vehicle, especially when you're constantly switching between rental cars, taxis or grandparents' vehicles.
Safety
Car seats are designed to ensure your baby is safe and a safe one should come with additional features that go beyond federal safety standards. They include padded inserts for the shoulders and head, air-repellent fabrics to help keep them cool in hot car, and side-impact protection.
Another crucial safety aspect is the ease to install and use the seat. Ideally, you want to be capable of snapping it in place with little effort and with clear indications that it's secure in its place, level, and placed properly.
There are many features that aid in this process including belt guides and built-in locks to help you align the car seat to the seat belt of your vehicle. Avoid buying used car seats that may not have been tested for safety or been involved in an accident. They may not be safe for your child. If you must purchase a used car seat, ensure that it has an expiration and that the seller is not a private person who doesn't have proof of ownership.
It's also important to remember that you should only leave your baby in the car seat for up to two hours per day, unless it's in a flat position. This will reduce strain on the spine of your child and ensure that they get a chance to breathe regularly.
Selecting a car seat for your infant is a significant investment therefore you'll need to make sure that it has a long duration. Select a seat that will grow with your child's development and last through toddlerhood to the teen years. One that our parent testers loved was the Axkid One i-Size that is suitable from birth and can be used until 7 years old.
Nuna pipa air rx is an additional option that can be used for a lengthy period of time. It has a 360-degree rotation which means that you can move it from front-facing to rear-facing as your child grows. It's also among the lightest car seats that rotate on the market, and weighs less than nine pounds without its base. It's a great choice for parents who need to move their cheap infant car seats frequently between vehicles or plan to use it for taxi rides, holiday fly-drives and trips with grandparents.
Comfort
It is important that your baby feels comfortable in their car seat, both while they are in it and after you install it. Look for padded straps that fit snugly on their shoulders. Also, look for soft fabric that feels comfortable under their tummy, especially when they are in the seat for long drives.
The best infant seat infant car seats are easy to use. Some have LATCH connectors of premium quality with a SuperCinch force multiplier tightener. Some also have spring-loaded leveling legs and belt paths to make installation without a base easier than ever. Other features will help you adjust the height of the harness and headrest, which is particularly crucial as your child grows.
Cosatto All in All Rotate is an example. Our parent testers scored it a 10 out of 10. It features a simple, clear interface and an easy-to-adjust, no-rethread harness and a recline lock indicator and 360-degree rotation. This allows you to switch from rear-facing to forward facing infant car seat-facing as your child grows without needing to remove the seat and replace it.
Nuna Pipa Aire Rx is another example. Our testers who were parents were impressed by its comfort simple and adaptability. Its padded shoulder straps and headrest are designed to support the head of your newborn, and it comes with a soft infant pillow to ensure they are comfortable. It can be placed in a rear-facing position until your child is at the maximum weight or height limit. It then converts into a stroller.
A quality car seat is durable, and some will even come with a warranty. Find a seat that has plenty of padding and strong materials to shield your child from any injuries. It should also have an aluminum frame to withstand the impact energy and an "crumple area" to stop damage from crashes. It should also be easy to clean, as messiness is inevitable with a child. To make cleaning easier, look for a car seat with removable covers and pads that can be washed in the machine.
User-Friendliness
A car seat must be simple to use and install, especially if you're likely to be using it in a different vehicle at least once in a while. To make it as easy as possible look for features like the quick-release belt and an indicator that shows the state of the latch (e.g. green for locked) and a user manual that is easy to read.
The best car seat for newborn; Check This Out, of The Bump winner also has a number of practical extras that our parent testers loved, such as a padded harness and headrest as well as a plush fabric cup holder. It also has a reclining feature that allows your baby to sit in an comfortable position for longer trips. It can also be used with a compatible buggy to create an entire travel system which is perfect if you intend to travel for extended periods of time.
Suitable from birth, our panelists found this car seat easy to put in and adjust. It has a recline lock and an upgraded connector that comes with a SuperCinch tightener. This made it simple to secure your child. It's designed to be easily moved from side-to-side inside the vehicle without the necessity of tools.
One of our favorite features is the recline feature that makes it easier to take your baby in and out of the car. This is especially useful for those with back problems or are driving a smaller vehicle. It also has an adjustable drink holder that can be reversible, and a handy storage compartment for snacks and toys.
The seat weighs less than nine pounds and can be used with or without its base. It can be rotated 180 degrees. This is a fantastic feature for those who are tight on space or have back pain. Our panelists were thrilled by this new feature which won a spot in our 2021 Mother&Baby awards.
This is a great choice for those who want to convert their car seats into strollers for a reasonable price. Its sleek design and high-end material will also stand the test time. Be sure to wash your cover often because smashed biscuits, yoghurt spills, and the occasional sick toddler accident are certain to leave a footprints!
Design
The designs of car seats are as varied as the vehicles they're used in. Some parents choose to skip infant car seats and opt for a convertible model. However, the majority of new mothers want something that will develop with their child as they reach toddlerhood. The most flexible choice is an all-in-one infant car seat, which allows you to change between forward-facing and rear-facing. It typically has a higher height and weight limit, and can often be used as a booster seat once your child is ready to be one.
The ideal car seat for a newborn car seat is lightweight, making it easy to lift it from the base and carry with your child. Our parent testers loved the Maxi-Cosi Coral, which is only available in a few colors, but has a lot of safety features and is super light (at 8.4 pounds with seat inserts and canopy). Other standout models include the Nuna PIPA URbN, winner of Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Car Seat Group 0/0+ due to its premium features like the Dream drape and UPF 50+ full-coverage canopy.
The seat's design and the base must also be taken into consideration. Some car seats have bases that lock into the buckles for the seat belts. Others have steel reinforced connectors for LATCH that slide out of the sides of the base when properly attached. These were a great option for parents, particularly if the vehicle only had front-facing seatbelts.
Certain infant car seats can be used with regular seatbelts without the base. This is an excellent feature for parents who travel often or take taxis with their children. The Nuna TODL NEXT was a favorite among our parents who tested it. It can be used with or without the base, and it has an easy swivel that allows you to easily take your baby in and out.
Other important design considerations are whether a car seat has an open design, and how well it fits into your particular car (see our guide to car seat compatibility). If you're looking for an infant car seat that will expand with your child's growth into a booster, choose a model that has a reclined backrest and side impact protection. It's also important to confirm that the infant car seat is iSize certified and has the proper car seat attachment points, as per UK law.
The best car seat for newborns is one that is compliant with federal safety standards, fits in your vehicle, comes with useful extras (like turning into a stroller) and fits within your budget. Also, make sure that the car seat is easily inserted into and out of any vehicle, especially when you're constantly switching between rental cars, taxis or grandparents' vehicles.
Safety
Car seats are designed to ensure your baby is safe and a safe one should come with additional features that go beyond federal safety standards. They include padded inserts for the shoulders and head, air-repellent fabrics to help keep them cool in hot car, and side-impact protection.
Another crucial safety aspect is the ease to install and use the seat. Ideally, you want to be capable of snapping it in place with little effort and with clear indications that it's secure in its place, level, and placed properly.
There are many features that aid in this process including belt guides and built-in locks to help you align the car seat to the seat belt of your vehicle. Avoid buying used car seats that may not have been tested for safety or been involved in an accident. They may not be safe for your child. If you must purchase a used car seat, ensure that it has an expiration and that the seller is not a private person who doesn't have proof of ownership.
It's also important to remember that you should only leave your baby in the car seat for up to two hours per day, unless it's in a flat position. This will reduce strain on the spine of your child and ensure that they get a chance to breathe regularly.
Selecting a car seat for your infant is a significant investment therefore you'll need to make sure that it has a long duration. Select a seat that will grow with your child's development and last through toddlerhood to the teen years. One that our parent testers loved was the Axkid One i-Size that is suitable from birth and can be used until 7 years old.
Nuna pipa air rx is an additional option that can be used for a lengthy period of time. It has a 360-degree rotation which means that you can move it from front-facing to rear-facing as your child grows. It's also among the lightest car seats that rotate on the market, and weighs less than nine pounds without its base. It's a great choice for parents who need to move their cheap infant car seats frequently between vehicles or plan to use it for taxi rides, holiday fly-drives and trips with grandparents.
Comfort
It is important that your baby feels comfortable in their car seat, both while they are in it and after you install it. Look for padded straps that fit snugly on their shoulders. Also, look for soft fabric that feels comfortable under their tummy, especially when they are in the seat for long drives.
The best infant seat infant car seats are easy to use. Some have LATCH connectors of premium quality with a SuperCinch force multiplier tightener. Some also have spring-loaded leveling legs and belt paths to make installation without a base easier than ever. Other features will help you adjust the height of the harness and headrest, which is particularly crucial as your child grows.
Cosatto All in All Rotate is an example. Our parent testers scored it a 10 out of 10. It features a simple, clear interface and an easy-to-adjust, no-rethread harness and a recline lock indicator and 360-degree rotation. This allows you to switch from rear-facing to forward facing infant car seat-facing as your child grows without needing to remove the seat and replace it.
Nuna Pipa Aire Rx is another example. Our testers who were parents were impressed by its comfort simple and adaptability. Its padded shoulder straps and headrest are designed to support the head of your newborn, and it comes with a soft infant pillow to ensure they are comfortable. It can be placed in a rear-facing position until your child is at the maximum weight or height limit. It then converts into a stroller.
A quality car seat is durable, and some will even come with a warranty. Find a seat that has plenty of padding and strong materials to shield your child from any injuries. It should also have an aluminum frame to withstand the impact energy and an "crumple area" to stop damage from crashes. It should also be easy to clean, as messiness is inevitable with a child. To make cleaning easier, look for a car seat with removable covers and pads that can be washed in the machine.
User-Friendliness
A car seat must be simple to use and install, especially if you're likely to be using it in a different vehicle at least once in a while. To make it as easy as possible look for features like the quick-release belt and an indicator that shows the state of the latch (e.g. green for locked) and a user manual that is easy to read.
The best car seat for newborn; Check This Out, of The Bump winner also has a number of practical extras that our parent testers loved, such as a padded harness and headrest as well as a plush fabric cup holder. It also has a reclining feature that allows your baby to sit in an comfortable position for longer trips. It can also be used with a compatible buggy to create an entire travel system which is perfect if you intend to travel for extended periods of time.
Suitable from birth, our panelists found this car seat easy to put in and adjust. It has a recline lock and an upgraded connector that comes with a SuperCinch tightener. This made it simple to secure your child. It's designed to be easily moved from side-to-side inside the vehicle without the necessity of tools.
One of our favorite features is the recline feature that makes it easier to take your baby in and out of the car. This is especially useful for those with back problems or are driving a smaller vehicle. It also has an adjustable drink holder that can be reversible, and a handy storage compartment for snacks and toys.
The seat weighs less than nine pounds and can be used with or without its base. It can be rotated 180 degrees. This is a fantastic feature for those who are tight on space or have back pain. Our panelists were thrilled by this new feature which won a spot in our 2021 Mother&Baby awards.
This is a great choice for those who want to convert their car seats into strollers for a reasonable price. Its sleek design and high-end material will also stand the test time. Be sure to wash your cover often because smashed biscuits, yoghurt spills, and the occasional sick toddler accident are certain to leave a footprints!
Design
The designs of car seats are as varied as the vehicles they're used in. Some parents choose to skip infant car seats and opt for a convertible model. However, the majority of new mothers want something that will develop with their child as they reach toddlerhood. The most flexible choice is an all-in-one infant car seat, which allows you to change between forward-facing and rear-facing. It typically has a higher height and weight limit, and can often be used as a booster seat once your child is ready to be one.
The ideal car seat for a newborn car seat is lightweight, making it easy to lift it from the base and carry with your child. Our parent testers loved the Maxi-Cosi Coral, which is only available in a few colors, but has a lot of safety features and is super light (at 8.4 pounds with seat inserts and canopy). Other standout models include the Nuna PIPA URbN, winner of Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Car Seat Group 0/0+ due to its premium features like the Dream drape and UPF 50+ full-coverage canopy.
The seat's design and the base must also be taken into consideration. Some car seats have bases that lock into the buckles for the seat belts. Others have steel reinforced connectors for LATCH that slide out of the sides of the base when properly attached. These were a great option for parents, particularly if the vehicle only had front-facing seatbelts.
Certain infant car seats can be used with regular seatbelts without the base. This is an excellent feature for parents who travel often or take taxis with their children. The Nuna TODL NEXT was a favorite among our parents who tested it. It can be used with or without the base, and it has an easy swivel that allows you to easily take your baby in and out.
Other important design considerations are whether a car seat has an open design, and how well it fits into your particular car (see our guide to car seat compatibility). If you're looking for an infant car seat that will expand with your child's growth into a booster, choose a model that has a reclined backrest and side impact protection. It's also important to confirm that the infant car seat is iSize certified and has the proper car seat attachment points, as per UK law.- PreviousWhy Car Seat Inserts For Newborns Is Relevant 2024 24.12.23
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