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How to Choose the Best Car Seat Newborn

The best car seat newborn is one that is compliant with federal safety standards, fits in your vehicle, comes with useful extras (like turning into a stroller) and works with your budget. Also, make sure that the car seat can be easily clicked into and out of any vehicle, particularly when you frequently switch between rental cars, taxis or the vehicles of your grandparents.

Safety

Car seats are designed to protect your baby and a quality one should come with additional features that go beyond the safety standards set by the federal government. These include padded inserts on the shoulders and head and air-repellent fabrics to keep them cool when driving in hot temperatures.

The ease of installation and use of the seat is an important aspect to consider for safety. Ideally, you should be in a position to snap it in place with minimum effort and with clear indications that it's safe and level, as well as positioned properly.

Find features that allow you to do that, like locks built-in to the seat and belt guides that help you align the car seat to the vehicle's seatbelt. Also, you should avoid purchasing used car seats, as they might not have been tested for crash safety or have been involved in an accident, and could not protect your child. If you have to purchase a used one ensure that it has an expiration date and isn't being sold by an individual seller who does not have proof of ownership.

Another thing to keep in mind is 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 will reduce strain on the spine of your child, and ensure that they get a chance to breath regularly.

Choosing an infant car seat is a significant investment, so you'll want to make sure it has a long lifespan. Find one that's designed to adapt with your child and will last into toddlerhood and through the teen years. Our parent testers were very impressed with the Axkid i-Size. It is suitable for children from birth and can be used up to age 7.

Nuna pipa air rx is a second alternative that can be used over a long period of time. It can rotate 360 degrees, so you can change it from rear-facing into front-facing as your child grows. It's also one of the lightest-weight car seats available and weighs less than 9 pounds without its base. It's a great choice for parents who move their good infant car seats frequently between vehicles or plan to use it for taxi rides, holiday fly-drives and trips with grandparents.

Comfort

It is crucial that your child is comfortable in their car seat, both while they are in it as well as when you install it. Look for straps that are padded to fit comfortably on their shoulders, and soft fabric that is soft under their stomach, particularly when they are in the seat for long trips.

The most effective infant car seats are also easy to use. Some have LATCH connectors of premium quality with a SuperCinch force multiplier and tightener. Some come with spring-loaded leveling legs and belt paths that make installing without a base easier than ever. Other features let you adjust the headrest and harness height, which is important as your child grows.

One example is the Cosatto All in All Rotate, which our parent testers gave 10 out of 10 for ease of use. It features a clear, simple interface, a no-rethread easy-to-reset harness, a 360-degree rotation, and recline lock indicators. It is possible to easily change your child from rear-facing to front-facing as they grow without having to remove and replace the seat.

Another instance is the Nuna Pipa air rx which our testers who were parents loved for its convenience, comfort and versatility. Its padded shoulder straps and headrests are designed to help support the head of your infant carrier seat and comes with pillows that are soft for your comfort. It can be used as a rear-facing car seat up until your baby is at the maximum weight or height limits and can also be converted into a stroller without the need for a separate adapter.

A quality car seat is durable, and some come with a guarantee. Look for a seat with solid materials and plenty of padding to shield your baby from accidents as well as an aluminum frame that suffocates the impact energy and has a "crumple zone" to help prevent crash damage. It must also be easy to clean as messiness is inevitable with a child. To simplify cleaning, look for a car seat that has removable covers and pads that can be washed in the machine.

Simple to Use

It is essential that the car seat you choose to purchase is simple to install and use, particularly in the event that it will be used in different vehicles at times. Look for features such as a quick-release buckle, an indicator that shows the state of the latch system (e.g. green for locked) and a simple-to-read manual to make it as simple as you can.

The Best of The Bump winner also has a number of practical features that our parent testers loved, including the headrest and harness that are padded, plush fabric and a cup holder. It also has a reclining feature that allows your baby to sit in an comfortable position for longer trips. It can be used in conjunction with a compatible buggy for an entire travel system. This is a great option when you plan to travel for a long time.

The seat is suitable for babies from birth. Our panelists found this car seat easy to put in and adjust. It has a recline lock indicator and an LATCH connector that is premium and comes with a SuperCinch force-multiplying tightener that made securing your child quick and simple. It's also designed to be easily moved from side-to-side inside the vehicle without the need for tools.

The reclining feature helps you to take your baby into and out of the vehicle. This is particularly helpful for those with back problems or drive a smaller car. It also has the ability to reversibly hold your cup and a handy storage pocket for toys and snacks.

The seat weighs less than nine pounds and can be set up with or without its base. It also rotates 180 degrees, which could be a huge help if you are in a tight space or struggle with 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 looking to convert their car seats into strollers at an affordable cost. Its sleek design and premium fabric will also stand the test time. Don't forget to wash the cover regularly because yoghurt spills and biscuits that have been crushed, and even sickening toddler accidents will leave their footprints.

Design

The designs of car seats can be as diverse as the vehicles they're installed in. While some parents choose to not use infant car seats on sale car seats in favour of convertible models, most new moms want something that can develop with their baby as they reach toddlerhood. The most flexible option is an all-in one baby car seat, which lets you switch between forward-facing and rear-facing. It typically has a greater height and weight limit, and it can often be used as a booster seat if your child is ready to be one.

The ideal car seat for a newborn car seat is light which makes it easy to lift it from the base and carry with your baby in it. Our parents loved the Maxi-Cosi Coral, which is only available in a handful of colours, but offers plenty of safety features and is super light (at 8.4 pounds with seat inserts and canopy). Other models that stand out are the Nuna PIPA URbN and the Nuna PIPA URbN, which was a winner of Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Car Seat Group 0/0+ due to its premium extras such as the Dream drape and full-coverage UPF 50+ canopy.

The design of the base and seat must be considered. Certain car seats have bases that lock into the seat belt buckles. Others have steel-reinforced connectors for LATCH that flip out of the sides of the base once properly attached. These were a great option for parents, particularly when the vehicle only had front-facing seat belts.

Some infant car seats can be utilized with a regular seatbelt without the base, which is a bonus for parents who often travel by taxi or travel with their baby. 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 a smooth swivel, which makes it easier to get your baby in and out.

The design of a car seat is important. It should fit into your car. (See our guide on car seat compatibility). If you're looking for a car seat that can grow with your top rated baby car seats as he develops into an adult, select one that has a reclining headrest and side impact protection. It's also important to confirm that your chosen infant car seat is i-Size compliant and uses the correct car seat attachment points, as per UK law.