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How to Choose the best car seat for newborn Car Seat Newborn
The best car seat newborn is one that meets federal safety standards, fits your car, has useful features (like changing into the stroller) and is within your budget. It's also important to ensure that the car seat for your baby clicks into and out of your car easily especially if you frequently change between trips to the taxi or in rental cars and grandparents vehicles.
Safety
A good car seat will come with additional features that go beyond the safety standards of the federal government. They include padded inserts for the head and shoulders as well as air-repellent fabric to keep them cool while driving in hot weather.
Another important safety consideration is the ease to set up and use the seat. Idealy, the seat should be simple to install and use, and with clear indicators of its level and position as well as security.
Look for features that help you accomplish this, such as locks built-in to the seat and belt guides that help to align the car seat with the seat belt. Avoid buying used car seats that may not have been crash-tested or have been involved in an accident. They may not be safe for your child. If you must buy a used car seat be sure that it has an expiration date and isn't being sold by a private seller who doesn't have evidence of ownership.
One other thing to keep in mind is to keep your baby in the car seat for no more than two hours per day, unless they are in a lie-flat position. This is to reduce stress on their spine and to ensure that they have the chance to breathe regularly.
You'll need a seat that can last for a long time, since it's an important investment. Find one that's designed to adapt to your child's needs, which will last through toddlerhood and into the teen years. One of the ones our parents loved was the Axkid One i-Size that is suitable for children from birth and can be used until 7 years old.
Nuna pipa air rx is an additional option that you can use for a lengthy period of time. It has a 360-degree rotation that means you can move it from rear-facing to front-facing as your child grows. It's also one of the lightest car seats that rotate on the market, and weighs less than nine pounds without its base. It's a great option for parents who move their child frequently between cars or plan to take it on taxi rides, holiday fly-drives and trips with grandparents.
Comfort
It is important that your child is comfortable in their car seat both when they are in it as well as when you install it. Look for padded straps that are comfortable to wear on their shoulders. Also, look for soft fabric that feels comfortable under their stomach, especially when they are in the seat for long drives.
The most effective infant car seats are simple to use. Some come with premium LATCH connectors that feature a SuperCinch force multiplier that tightens the seat. Some also come with spring-loaded leveling legs as well as belt paths that make installing without a base simpler than ever. Other features let you adjust the headrest and harness height which is crucial as your child grows.
One example is the Cosatto All in All Rotate test, which our parents gave a 10/10 for its ease of use. It has a clear, simple interface, no-rethread, easy-to adjust harness, a 360-degree rotation, as well as recline lock indicators. This allows you to switch between forward and rear-facing positions as your baby grows without needing to remove the seat and replace it.
Nuna Pipa Aire Rx is a similar example. Our parents who tested it loved it for its ease of use and simplicity, as well as its versatility. Its cushioned shoulder straps and headrest are designed to support the head of your infant car seats uk, and comes with pillows that are soft for your comfort. It can be used in a back-facing position until your child reaches the maximum weight limit or height. It then converts into a stroller.
A high-quality car seat is durable, and many have a warranty. Find a seat that has sturdy materials and plenty of padding to protect your child from any injuries and a steel frame that absorbs the impact energy and has a "crumple zone" to reduce the risk of damage. It is also easy to clean, since messes are inevitable when you have a baby. Find car seats with removable seat covers and a machine-washable pad to make cleanup a breeze.
User-Friendliness
A car seat must be simple to install and use particularly if you're likely to use it in a different vehicle at least once in a while. To make it as simple as possible, look for features such as the quick-release belt and an indicator that shows the status of the latch (e.g. green for locked) and a manual that is easy to read.
The Best of The Bump winner comes with a variety of practical extras that our parent testers loved, including a padded harness and headrest as well as a plush fabric cup holder. It also features a recline feature that allows your baby to sit in a more ergonomic position for longer journeys. It can also be used with a compatible buggy to create an entire travel system which is perfect if you are planning to travel for long periods of time.
Our panelists reported that the car seat was simple to set up and adjust. It features recline locks and an upgraded connector that comes with a SuperCinch tightener. This made it simple to secure your child. It can also be moved from side to side of the vehicle without tools.
One of our favorite features is the recline feature that makes it easier to get your infant in and out of the car. This is particularly useful for those who have back problems or drive a car with a small size. It also has a reversible cup holder and a handy storage compartment for snacks and toys.
The seat is lightweight and can be used without or with the base. It can also be rotated 180 degrees. This is an excellent feature if you are limited on space or suffer from back pain. Our panelists were impressed by this new feature, which was a finalist in our 2021 Mother&Baby awards.
This is a great choice for those who want to convert their car seats into strollers at affordable prices. Its sleek design and high-end materials will stand up to the test time. Just don't forget to wash your cover regularly as smashed yogurt spills, biscuits, and the odd sick toddler accident will be sure to leave a marks!
Design
The styles of car seats are as diverse as the vehicles they're installed in. Some parents opt to not use an baby car seats in favor of convertible models. However, most new mothers prefer a product that can expand with their child through the toddler years. The most flexible choice is an all-in-one infant car seat that allows you to change between forward facing infant car seat-facing and rear-facing. It typically has a higher weight and height limit and can be used as a booster when your child is old enough.
The ideal car seat for a newborn car seat is lightweight, making it easy to lift from the base and carry with your baby in it. Our parent testers loved the Maxi-Cosi Coral, which is only available in a handful of colours, but offers plenty of safety features and is extremely light (at 8.4 pounds with seat inserts and canopy). Other models that stand out are the Nuna PIPA URbN, winner of Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Car Seat Group 0/0+, thanks to its high-end extras like the Dream drape and UPF 50+ full-coverage canopy.
The design of the base and seat should be taken into consideration. Certain car seats have an attached base that is locked into the vehicle seat belt buckles. Others have steel reinforced connectors for LATCH that flip out of the sides of the base when correctly attached. Parents appreciated these connectors, especially if the vehicle only had front-facing seatbelts with no ISOFIX anchor points.
Some infant car seats can be utilized with a regular seatbelt that is not base-less that is great for parents who regularly take taxis or need to travel with their infant car seat that swivels. Our testers with parents really liked the Nuna TODL NEXT that can be used with or without its base and has a smooth swivel mechanism that makes it simple to get your child in and out of the seat.
The design of the car seat is crucial. It should fit into your car. (See our guide on car seat compatibility). If you are looking for a new top rated infant car seats car seat that will develop with your child into a booster pick a model with an adjustable backrest as well as side impact protection. It's also important to confirm that your chosen infant car seat is i-Size compatible and has the right car seat attachment points in accordance with UK law.
