The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A good car seat is an essential purchase for babies. Suitable from birth to 13kg, they generally combine with a pushchair for the travel system. They are also equipped with a lay flat design that creates the best car seat for newborn sleeping position for newborns.

The law requires that your baby be rear-facing up until the age of nine months, or 135cm. We recommend an iSize (also called R129) or ECE R44 approved seat that is fitted with ISOFIX and side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth a closer inspection should you be looking for an iSize infant seat that will protect your child from birth until when they are ready to upgrade to a booster. It is one of only the few R129-approved car seats that are able to be used from the moment of birth, and also provides protection when rear-facing until the age of 7. This is 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 testing for impact. Other aspects like ease of installation and if it's suitable for your car are also crucial, as the most advanced safety features won't reach their full potential if not installed correctly.

The design of the Pebble Pro is sleek and stylish, with soft fabric covers that are machine washable to make cleaning easy. The seat cushion is padded to provide comfort, and the liner that can be reversible can be used to protect your baby. It has an ergonomic handle with a shaped grasp that makes it easy to lift and transport.

The base of the car seat can be connected to your vehicle using Isofix connectors, or using the seatbelt. It is recommended to use the FamilyFix I-Size base to make it easier for installation and to maintain i-Size 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 shield your child from the sun.

In addition to the iSize approval and impressive crash test results, which allow it to achieve the top spot in all categories, this is an extremely well-designed car seat that comes with many other features that make it worth a look. The compact fold only takes up a tiny space in the trunk, and it comes with a 5-point safety harness, ergonomically designed carry handle, as well as 10 headrest positions for your newborn with memory foam. The seat is also compatible with the majority of pushchairs and travel systems including the FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream I-Size

Silver Cross Dream i-Size, one of the most recent products in the company's line-up, is a luxurious option with a newborn insert. This car seat is i-Size approved and provides your child with the longest life span from birth, with rear facing up to 18kg and with a high level of side impact protection due to its unique Motion Safe system. The seat's rotation design makes it easy to get your child in and out, while the built-in easy lock ISOFIX ensures that it is securely secured in place.

This model is suitable for babies until 12 months old (85cm) and is designed for comfort. It features soft touch bamboo fabrics and premium branding from Silver Cross. The newborn insert will keep your baby comfortable and secure. It has sections that are removable and can be adjusted to your baby's growth and a five-position headrest that ensures a comfortable fitting. The seat was awarded the AGR-2022 certification of approval – a top award for infant carrier seat car seats – and is compatible with Silver Cross prams or pushchairs in order to create an entire travel set (adapters are available separately).

Similar to the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless that means you can use it with the ISOFIX connectors or the seat belt of your vehicle. The unique ISOFIX installation system is simple to use and takes seconds to install. The seat is perfect for parents who change cars frequently or travel with their family in a vehicle or share a car with taxi drivers or drivers.

It's worth noting that this seat is a bit more expensive than the maxicosi Cabriofix, however it's one of our favorites as it looks great and has a simple 360 swivel base as well as a gentle three-level recline function as well as a removable infant inlay. It is also iSize approved, has an excellent crash-test rating and is a top safety pick by Which? (they base their recommendations on safety, which includes the ease of installation and whether it's properly fitted). It's important to remember though that even the most effective car seats will only provide the best protection if installed properly.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is the only ISOFIX seat we've tested that can allow rear-facing for children up to 23kg and 125cm (around four years old). It has the highest maximum height for rear-facing of any seat we've tested. It's definitely a unique feature, and if you're looking to keep your child rear-facing as long as it is possible, it's a good infant car seats idea to consider.

The seat itself is solid and robust and there's plenty of space for the head and torso of your child to expand comfortably. It's designed with comfort in mind, and it has a recline adjustment that is one-handed that can be used for no less than 12 headrest positions and soft belt padding. It's designed to last and withstand everyday use. However the button and mechanism to loosen and tighten straps can be a bit fiddly. We're concerned that it might be snagged or break in time.

It's also quite lightweight at just under 10kg, which makes it easy for you to lift into and out of your car. It has a pocket to store small items on the back, and an integrated sun shade with Velcro strips. It is easily clipped onto the stroller that is compatible that is ideal for those who need to take multiple trips.

As is usual with an i-Size car seat the base of this seat is fitted with Isofix connectors that click easily into place. It also comes with a support leg which can be adjusted with tiny grey buttons tucked behind the back of the seat and an indicator light that lets you know it's secure. The seat is then able to slide on top and there's a handy grab handle for lifting it in and out of the car.

This seat has a great feature: it can be shifted forward and backwards along the base in order to adjust the legroom. You can adjust the legroom to fit your child's height, so they can comfortably cross their legs. This is a great feature that works. It took me about 30 minutes to set up the seat and adjust the legroom after a little practice.

George at Asda

George at ASDA offers a wide selection of car seats for infants, whether you're looking to purchase your first car seat or an additional one to go with your pushchair. This well-known supermarket is well-known for its cheap clothes and homeware. It's particularly popular around Christmas and other events.

As with all parenting products price can vary a lot. There are many options for an infant car seat that does not require a base for as little as PS100, or a full infant car seat for travel carrier for PS725 If you're looking for one with the base. If you plan to use the pushchair you already have and want to purchase an additional seat, it will save you money when compared to buying a separate pram or travel system.

If you're buying a car seat for your newborn it's crucial to select one that is compliant with the latest regulations. The recline position is recommended to stop babies from adopting an unnatural or unsafe position. In addition the seat should have removable padding to help keep newborns comfortable and secure.

Infants and newborns may outgrow their car seats quickly therefore it is important to select a seat that can grow with them. Because of this, many parents choose a group 1/2/3 or 0+/1 car seat that can be adjusted to accommodate their child's height. This kind of car seat is suitable for babies up to around 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are safe and secure and you should stay clear of second-hand car seats unless they've had professionally cleaned and tested. Experts in car safety Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse advise against purchasing a second-hand car seat from family members or friends, since it's difficult to determine the history of the seat. However, they recommend a second-hand seat from a trusted retailer or eBay. Before buying anything it's an excellent idea to check the warranty. The warranty should cover all repairs or replacements. The warranty period can range from two to six year depending on the manufacturer. The longer the warranty, the more favorable. The most comprehensive warranties offer repair and replacement parts for free for the first 3 to 5 years.