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The best car seat newborn is one that meets federal safety standards, fits your vehicle, comes with useful extras (like turning into a stroller) and works with your budget. It's also worth checking that the car seat for your baby clicks into and out of your car with ease, particularly if you often shift between taxis or rides in rental cars or grandparents' vehicles.

Safety

Car seats are made to keep your baby safe and a safe one should include extra features beyond federal safety standards. These include padded inserts for the shoulders and head as well as air-repellent fabric to help keep them cool in hot vehicles, and side-impact protection.

Another important safety consideration is the ease to set up and use the seat. Ideally, the seat must be easy to install and use, and with clear indicators of its level and position as well as security.

Look for features that make it easier to do that, like built-in lock offs and belt guides that assist you align the car seat with the vehicle's seatbelt. You also want to avoid buying used car seats that might not have been crash-tested or have been in an accident and may not protect your child. If you have to buy a used car seat, ensure that it has an expiration and that the seller isn't an individual who does not have evidence of ownership.

Another thing to bear in mind is that it's best to keep your child in the car seat for no more than two hours per day, unless they are lying down in a supine position. This is to reduce strain on their developing spine and ensure that they are able to breathe regularly.

You'll need a seat that can last for a long time since it's an important investment. Choose a seat that will expand with your child's development and last from toddlerhood to teens. One product that our testers for parents loved was the Axkid One i-Size, which is suitable from birth and can be used for up to 7 years old.

Nuna pipa air rx is another option that can be used for a long time. It can rotate 360 degrees which means that you can switch it from front-facing to rear-facing as your child grows. It's also one of the lightest car seats that rotate on the market, and weighs less than 9 pounds without its base. It's a great choice for parents who frequently transfer their children between cars or plan on using it for taxi rides, fly-drive holidays, and trips to grandparent's homes.

Comfort

It is crucial that your baby feels comfortable in their car seat both when they are in it and when you install it. Find straps that are padded to are comfortable to wear around their shoulders. Also, look for plush fabric that feels good beneath their stomachs. This is particularly important if you plan to use the seat for a long duration.

The most effective car seat for infants is also easy to use. Some have LATCH connectors of premium quality with a SuperCinch force multiplier that tightens the seat. Some have spring-loaded leveling legs and belt paths that make installing without a base simpler than ever. Other features can help you adjust the height of your harness and headrest, which is particularly important as your child grows.

Cosatto All in All Rotate is an example. Our test subjects gave it a score of 10 out of 10. It features a simple, clear interface and an easy-to-adjust no-rethread harness, as well as an indicator for recline and 360-degree rotation. It is easy to switch your child's position from front-facing to rear-facing as they grow, without having to remove and replace the seat.

Nuna Pipa Aire Rx is a similar example. Our testers who were parents loved it for its ease of use simple and adaptability. Its padded shoulder straps and headrest are designed to support the head of your newborn and includes a soft infant cushion to keep them comfy. It can be used as a rear-facing car seat up until your baby reaches the maximum height or weight limits and then it can be converted into a stroller without the need for a separate adapter.

A good car seat is sturdy and some even have a warranty. Find a seat that has robust materials and plenty of padding to safeguard your baby from accidents as well as an aluminum frame that suffocates the impact energy and has a "crumple zone" to reduce the risk of damage. It should be easy to clean as accidents are bound to happen when you have the growing age of a child. To simplify cleaning, look for a car-seat with removable covers and an easy-to-clean pad.

Simple to Use

A car seat should be simple to use and install, especially if you're likely to use it in a different vehicle from time to time. To make it as simple as possible you should look for features such as a 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 number of practical features that our parents were pleased with, including a padded headrest and harness, plush material, and a cupholder. It also has a reclining feature that lets your child sit in a comfortable position on longer journeys. It can also be combined with an appropriate buggy to make an entire travel system which is ideal if plan on traveling for long periods of time.

Our panelists found that the car seat was simple to set up and adjust. It comes with a recline lock indicator and a premium LATCH connector with a SuperCinch force-multiplying tightener, which makes securement of your child quick and simple. It can also be moved from side to side in the vehicle easily without the need for tools.

The reclining feature makes it easier for you to take your baby in and out of the vehicle. This is especially helpful if you have back issues or drive a smaller car. It also has the ability to change the drink holder as well as a handy storage compartment for snacks and toys.

The seat weighs under nine pounds and can be set up with or without its base. It can also be rotated around 180 degrees. This is a great feature if you are limited on space or have back pain. This feature was a big hit with our panelists, and it was awarded a place in the 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 premium fabric will endure the test of time, too. Be sure to clean the cover regularly as spills of yoghurt and biscuits that have been crushed and even sickening toddler accidents can leave a footprints.

Design

Car seats come in a variety of designs as the cars they're installed in. While some parents choose to leave infant car seats newborn seats out in favour of convertible models, the majority of new moms want a product that will develop with their baby as they reach toddlerhood. The most versatile choice is an all-in-one infant car seat that allows you to change between forward-facing and rear-facing. It usually has a higher height and weight limit, and it is often used as a booster seat when your child is ready to be one.

The ideal infant car seat for babies is light and easy to remove from the base with your child inside. The Maxi-Cosi Coral is available in only a handful of colors but it offers a lot of safety features, and is light (8.4 pounds, including canopy and seat inserts). Other standout models include the Nuna PIPA URbN, winner of Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Car Seat Group 0/0+ with its high-end extras such as the Dream drape and full-coverage UPF 50+ canopy.

The design of the base and seat must also be considered. Some car seats come with an attached base that is locked into the vehicle buckles for seat belts. Some have steel-reinforced connectors for LATCH that flip out of the sides of the base when properly attached. These were convenient for parents, especially in the case of vehicles with only front-facing seatbelts.

Some infant car seats can be utilized with a regular seatbelt without the base, which is a bonus for parents who regularly travel infant car seat by taxi or travel with their child. The Nuna TODL NEXT was a favorite among our testers who are parents. It can be used with or without the base, and features a smooth swivel that allows you to easily take your baby in and out.

Other important design considerations are whether a car seat comes with a lie flat design, and how well it fits into your particular car seat newborn insert (see our guide to car seat compatibility). If you are looking for an infant car seat that will develop with your child's growth to become a booster seat, choose a model that features an adjustable backrest as well as side impact protection. Make sure the infant car seat you select is iSize compatible and has the appropriate car seat attachment points in accordance with UK law.