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How to Choose the Best Car Seat Newborn The ideal car seat for a newborn is one that complies with all federal safety standards and fits in your car. It should also come with useful extras, like the capability to convert into a stroller, and be within your budget. It's also worth checking that the car seat for your baby clicks into and out of your car without difficulty especially if you frequently shift between taxis or rides in rental cars or grandparents' vehicles. Safety A high-quality car seat will come with additional features that go above and beyond safety standards of the federal government. These include padded cushions on the head and shoulders and air-repellent fabrics to keep them cool while driving in hot weather. Another important safety consideration is how easy it is to install and use the seat. In the ideal scenario, you'll be in a position to snap it in place with minimum effort, and with clear signs that it's safe and level, as well as positioned properly. Look for features that help you do that, like locks built-in to the seat and belt guides that help you line up the car seat to the vehicle's seat belt. Avoid purchasing used car seats that might not have been tested for crash, or which might have been involved in an accident. They may not be safe for your child. If you must buy a used car seat, make sure it has an expiration date and isn't being sold by a private seller who doesn't have evidence of ownership. Another thing to bear in your mind is to keep your child in the car seat for a maximum of two hours per day unless they're in a lying-flat position. This will prevent strain on the spine of your child, and ensure that they have a chance to breath regularly. Choosing an infant car seat is a significant investment therefore you'll need to make sure it has a long life span. Look for one that's designed to grow with your child that will last through the toddler years and on into the teenage years. Our testers for parents were satisfied with the Axkid i-Size. It is suitable for babies from birth and can be used until age 7. Nuna pipa air rx is a second option that you can use for a lengthy period of time. It can rotate 360 degrees which means you can switch it from rear-facing into front-facing as the child grows. It's also among the lightest rotating car seats on the market, and weighs less than 9 pounds without its base. It's a great choice for parents who regularly move their children between vehicles or are planning on using it for taxi rides, fly-drive holidays, and trips to grandparent's houses. Comfort It is crucial that your baby feels at ease in their car seat, both while they are in it as well as when you install it. Find straps with padding that are comfortable to wear on their shoulders and plush fabric that is comfortable on their stomach, particularly when they are in the seat for long drives. The best infant car seats are simple to use. Some have premium LATCH connectors that feature a SuperCinch force multiplier tightener. Some also have spring-loaded leveling legs and belt paths that make installing without a base simpler than ever. Other features allow you to adjust the height of your harness and headrest, which is especially important as your child gets older. Cosatto All in All Rotate is a good example. Our test subjects gave it a score of 10 out of 10. It features an easy-to-use interface and an easy-to-adjust no-rethread harness and a recline lock indicator and 360-degree rotation. This means you can 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 parent testers loved it for its ease of use, simplicity and versatility. Its padded shoulder straps and headrests are designed to accommodate the head of your infant and includes a soft pillow for comfort. It can be used as a rear-facing car seat 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 durable, and some will even come with a warranty. Find an item that is made up of padding and sturdy materials to protect your child from accidents. It should also include an aluminum frame to withstand the force of impact as well as an “crumple area” to stop damage from crashes. It must be easy to clean, as accidents are sure to happen when you have children. Look for a car seat with removable seat covers and a machine-washable pad to make cleaning a breeze. Easy of Use A car seat must be easy to use and install particularly if you're likely to be using it in a different vehicle at least once in a while. Look for features like a quick-release buckle, a gauge that shows the state of the latch system (e.g., green for locked) and a user-friendly manual to make it as easy as you can. The Best of The Bump winner also comes with several practical extras that our parent testers loved, such as the headrest and harness that are padded, plush fabric and a cup holder. It features a reclining function that lets your child sit in an ergonomic position on longer journeys. It can also be used in conjunction with a buggy that is compatible to create a complete travel system, which is ideal if plan on traveling for long durations of time. Suitable from birth, our panelists found this car seat to be easy to install and adjust. It comes with recline lock indicators and a premium LATCH connector with a SuperCinch force-multiplying tightener, which makes securing your child quick and simple. It's also designed to be moved from side-to-side inside the vehicle without the necessity of tools. One of our most loved features is the reclining feature that allows you to easily get your infant into and out of the car. infant car seats best is particularly useful when you have back pain or drive a car with a small size. It also has the ability to reversibly hold your cup and a handy storage compartment for snacks and toys. The seat is lightweight and can be used with or without the base. It can be rotated 180 degrees. This is an excellent feature if you are limited in space or have back pain. This new feature impressed our panelists, and was selected for inclusion in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It's a great option for anyone looking to convert their car seat into a stroller at affordable cost. Its sleek design and high-quality fabric will last for a long time also. Be sure to wash your cover often as smashed yogurt spills, biscuits, and the odd sick toddler accident will be certain to leave a marks! Design Car seats come in a variety of designs as the vehicles they're placed in. While some parents choose to leave infant car seats out in favour of convertible models, most new moms want a product that will develop with their baby as they reach toddlerhood. The most flexible option is an all-in-one baby car seat, which allows you to change between rear-facing and forward-facing. It typically has a greater weight and height limit, and it can be used as a booster seat if your child is ready to be one. A great car seat for your infant newborn car seat is light and easy to lift it from the base and transport your baby in it. Our testers with parents loved the Maxi-Cosi Coral, which is only available in a handful of colors, but has a lot of safety features and is super lightweight (at 8.4 pounds with seat inserts and canopy). Nuna PIPA URbN is another model that stands out, because it won Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Car Seat Group category for 0/0+ due to features that are high-end, such as the Dream drape and a fully-covered canopy with UPF 50+. The design of the base and the seat should be considered. Some car seats come with a base that locks into the buckles for seat belts. Some have steel-reinforced connectors for LATCH that flip out of the sides of the base when correctly joined. These were a great option for parents, especially when the vehicle only had front-facing seat belts. Certain infant car seats are compatible with regular seatbelts, but without the base. This is an excellent feature for parents who travel frequently or travel with their children. Our parents who tested it really enjoyed the Nuna TODL NEXT which can be used with or without the base. It features a smooth swivel movement that makes it easy to get your child into and out of the seat. The design of car seats is vital. It must fit into your car. (See our guide to car seat compatibility). If you are looking for a newborn infant car seat that will expand with your child's growth to become a booster seat make sure you choose a seat that features an adjustable backrest as well as side impact protection. Make sure the baby car seat you pick is iSize compliant and has the correct car-seat attachment points as per UK law.