The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A good car seat is an essential purchase for babies. They are suitable from birth to 13kg and can be coupled with a pushchair to create an entire travel system. They have an elongated design that allows babies to sleep in the most comfortable position.

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 a closer inspection when you're looking for an iSize infant car seat that can protect your child from birth to when they are ready to upgrade to an adult booster. It is one of only a few R129-approved car seats that can be used from birth, and provides full protection when rear-facing until 7. This makes it a great investment for your child.

It is important to determine if a model is i-Size approved. This includes side tests for impact as well as front impact tests. Other factors such as the ease of installation, and if it's appropriate for your vehicle are equally important, since the most advanced safety features won't work to their full potential if not fitted correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek elegant design and a soft, comfortable fabric cover that can be machine washed to make cleaning easy. There's a plush cushion for your baby and a the seat liner is reversible to ensure comfort. It's an ergonomic handle with ergonomically designed grips that make it comfortable to lift and transport.

As you can see in the images the base of this car seat can be affixed directly to your vehicle using either the Isofix connectors or using the seat belt on your vehicle. However, it is recommended to use the FamilyFix i-Size base for easier installation and to maintain iSize conformance. The base is also compatible with a range of Maxi Cosi accessories like seat covers, footmuffs and sun shades for extra warmth or to protect your child from the sun.

The car seat is well designed and has a number of characteristics that make it a great option. It also comes with iSize certification, top crash test results in every category, and comes with a myriad of other features. The compact fold takes up little space in the trunk, and it includes five safety points, an ergonomic carry handle, and 10 headrest positions for babies with memory foam. The seat is also compatible with most pushchairs and travel systems, including the FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream ISize

The Silver Cross Dream i-Size is one of the most recent products from the range of the company and is a luxury option that comes with the newborn insert for your precious little bundle. This car seat is iSize approved and offers your child the best longevity starting at birth, with rear facing up to 18kg and with a high degree of side impact protection thanks to its unique Motion Safe system. The rotating seat design makes it easy to take your child in and out. The ISOFIX built-in lock is also an added safety feature.

Ideal for babies aged from 12 months to birth (to 85cm), this model has been designed with comfort in mind, with soft touch bamboo fabrics and Silver Cross premium branding. The newborn insert is designed to keep your baby comfortable and secure with removable sections can be adjusted as your baby grows and the five-position headrest ensures a comfortable fit. The seat has been given the AGR 2022 certification of approval which is a prestigious award for infant car seats and is compatible with Silver Cross prams and pushchairs to create a travel system (adapters are available separately).

The Nuna PIPA Urbn is baseless, so you can use the Dream i-Size with ISOFIX connectors and your vehicle's seatbelt. The ISOFIX system is a unique integrated installation system that takes only seconds to install. The seat is perfect for parents who move vehicles frequently or travel with their family in a vehicle or share a vehicle with drivers and taxis.

It's also worth noting that this model is more expensive than the maxicosi cabriofix but it's one of our favorites because it looks fantastic and comes with a user-friendly 360 swivel base as well as a soft three-level recline and a removable baby inlay. It's also iSize-approved and has a top crash test rating and is one of the top safety picks by Which? (they base their recommendations on safety, which includes the ease of installation and whether it's fitted correctly). It's important to note that even the best car seats will only provide the best car seat for newborn uk protection if correctly installed.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is the only ISOFIX seat we've tested that can allow children to rear-face up to 23kg and 125cm (around four years old). It has the highest height limit for rear-facing of any seat we've tested. It's an unusual feature, and it's worth taking into consideration if you want your child to remain rear-facing for as long as possible.

The seat is comfortable and sturdy, and there's plenty of space for the torso and head of your child to grow comfortably. It's designed to be comfortable and comes with a one-handed reclining mechanism, 12 headrest positions, and soft belt padding. We believe it's built to endure the wear and tear of daily usage, though the mechanism and button used to tighten and release the straps can be a bit difficult to use and we are concerned about it becoming stuck or breaking in the course of time.

It's also a light seat at just over 10kg so it's easy to get in and out of the car. It comes with a handy pocket on the back of the seat to keep items and a built-in sun shade that comes with a handy Velcro strip. It is easily clipped onto an appropriate stroller, which is perfect for those who need to make multiple trips.

The seat's base is Isofix compatible and clicks into place quickly. The seat also features a support foot that can be adjusted by a small gray button that is hidden in the back. It also has an indicator light so that you know when it's secured. The seat slides over the top and has an easy grab handle for lifting it out and in of the car.

This seat comes with a fantastic feature: it can be shifted forward and backwards along its base in order to alter the legroom. This means you can alter the legroom as your child gets taller so they can still cross their legs, even if they're quite tall. This is a great feature and it's very effective as I discovered that with a little practice, it took me just 30 seconds to fit the seat and make the legroom.

George at Asda

If you're looking to purchase your first infant car seat in front seat car seat or a second to use alongside your current pushchair, you'll find a fantastic range at George at ASDA. This well-known supermarket chain is well-known for its cheap clothes and homeware and is particularly popular during Christmas and other shopping events.

Prices vary for all parenting products. There are many options for an infant car seat that doesn't need a base for as little as PS100 or a full infant car seat travel carrier for up to PS725 If you're looking for one with the base. If you intend to use the pushchair you already have and want to purchase an additional seat, it will save you money when compared to buying an additional pram or travel system.

If you're buying a car seat for your newborn it's crucial to select one that meets the latest guidelines. This includes a recommended recline position to keep infants from settling in a non-natural and dangerous posture. In addition the seat should have removable padding to help keep babies comfortable and snug.

Infants and newborns may outgrow their car seats rapidly and it's crucial to select a seat that can adapt to their needs. This is why many parents choose a group 0+/1 or group 1/2/3 car seat that adjusts to accommodate their child's height. This type of car seat is suitable for children from birth up to around 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are safe and secure therefore you should avoid second-hand models unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse car safety experts recommend against purchasing a second-hand seat from a friend or relative because it's difficult to know the history. They recommend buying a used seat from a reputable seller or on eBay. Before buying anything it is a good idea also to verify the warranty. The warranty should cover any repairs or replacements that might be required. Based on the manufacturer, warranties can range from two to six years. The longer the warranty is, the more comprehensive. The most comprehensive warranties include repairs and replacement parts that are free for the first 3 to 5 years.