The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A high-quality car seat is a must buy for newborns. Suitable from birth to 13kg, they typically include a pushchair as an entire travel system. They also have the lay flat design that creates the best sleeping position for newborns.

The law requires that your child be rear-facing from the age of nine months or 135cm. We recommend choosing an i-Size (also known as R129) or an ECE R44-approved baby seat that is fitted with ISOFIX and offers side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth taking a closer look should you be looking for an iSize infant car seat that will protect your child from birth until when they are ready to upgrade to a booster. It is one of only a few R129-approved car seats that are able to be used from the time of birth and offers complete protection for rear-facing babies until the age of 7. This makes it a great investment for your child.

It's worth checking whether a vehicle is iSize approved. This includes side testing for impact as well as front tests for impact. It's also important to think about other factors, such as the ease of installation and if it's compatible with your vehicle. Brilliant safety features won't work effectively if they're not fitted correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek modern design with a soft, comfortable fabric cover which can be washed in the machine to make cleaning easy. There's a plush cushion for your baby and a the seat liner is reversible to ensure comfort. It has an ergonomic handle with a shaped grasp that makes it easy to lift and move.

The base of this car seat can either be connected to your vehicle using Isofix connectors or using the seatbelt. It is recommended to use the FamilyFix iSize base to guarantee the iSize's compliance and to facilitate installation. The base can be used with Maxi Cosi accessories such as footmuffs, seat covers and sun shades to keep warm or shield your child from sun damage.

Apart from the i-Size certification and excellent crash test results, which ensure it gets top marks across all categories it is a well-designed car seat with numerous other features worth a look. Its compact fold that takes up very little space in your boot as well as a 5-point harness an ergonomic carry handle and 10 headrest positions that include memory foam for babies. The seat is also compatible with most pushchairs and travel systems including the FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream iSize

Silver Cross Dream i-Size, one of the newest products in the range of products offered by the company it is a luxurious choice with an infant insert. The car seats newborn 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 degree of side impact protection due to its unique Motion Safe system. Its rotating seat design makes it easy to get your child out and in and the built-in lock ISOFIX ensures it's securely locked in place too.

For babies aged from birth to 12 months (to 85cm), this model has been designed with comfort in mind. with bamboo fabric that is soft and comfortable and Silver Cross premium branding. The infant insert will keep your baby snug, secure and comfortable. It has sections that are removable and can be adjusted to your baby's growth and a five-position headrest that guarantees a perfect fit. The seat has been awarded the AGR 2022 certificate of approval an award that is the highest for infant car seats - and is compatible with the Silver Cross prams and pushchairs to create a travel system (adapters sold separately).

Similar to the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless which means that you can use it with the ISOFIX connectors or your vehicle's seat belt. The unique ISOFIX installation method is easy to use and takes just a few seconds to install. The seat is perfect for parents who change cars often and travel in a family vehicle, or share a car seats by age with taxi drivers and drivers.

It's worth noting that this seat is a bit more expensive than the maxicosi cabriofix but it's still one of our top picks as it looks stunning and has a simple 360 swivel base as well as a soft three-level recline plus a removable newborn inlay. It's also iSize-approved and has a top crash-test rating and is a top safety pick by Which? They base their recommendations on the safety of the product and the ease of installation and also on whether the seat is installed correctly. Remember that even the top of car seats will only provide maximum protection when properly installed.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size ISOFIX seat is the only one we have tested that allows children to rear-face until they reach 23kg and 125cm. (roughly four years old). It has the highest height limit for rear-facing of any seat we've tested. It's certainly an exceptional feature, and if you're looking to keep your child rear-facing as long as it is possible, it could be worth considering.

The seat itself feels solid and sturdy, and there's plenty of room for the torso and head of your child to expand comfortably. It's designed to be comfortable and comes with a one-handed reclining mechanism with 12 headrest positions and soft belt padding. We believe it's able to stand up to the wear and tear of daily usage, though the mechanism and button that is used to loosen and tighten the straps can be a bit complicated and we're worried about it getting stuck or broken over time.

It's also a fairly light seat, weighing just under 10kg, so it's easy to get into and out of the car. It also has a handy compartment on the back of the seat to keep things and also a built-in sun shade that comes with an easy Velcro strip. It is easily clipped onto the stroller that is compatible which is ideal when you need to make multiple trips.

The base of the seat is Isofix compatible and snaps into place with ease. It also has an additional leg for support that can be adjusted by using the small grey button that is hidden away on the rear of the seat. It also has an indicator light to show it's secure. The seat then slides onto the top, and there's a handy grab handle that can be used for lifting it out and in of the car.

One of the best car seat newborn uk features about this seat is that it can slide forward and backwards across the base to adjust legroom. You can adjust the legroom to meet your child's height, so they can comfortably cross their legs. This is a fantastic feature and it works well and I've found that after a bit of practice, it took me about 30 seconds to adjust the seat and set up the legroom.

George at Asda

If you're looking to purchase your first infant car seat or a second one to use in conjunction with your existing pushchair you'll find a wide selection at George at ASDA. The well-known retailer is known for its affordable clothing and homeware. It's particularly popular around Christmas and other events.

Prices can vary widely for every parenting product. You can get a car seat for your newborn that doesn't require a base for as little as PS100 or a full infant carrier for PS725 when you're looking to purchase one with a base. If you are planning to use the pushchair you already have and want to purchase an additional seat, it will save you money compared to purchasing an additional pram or travel system.

If you're buying car seats for your baby it is important to select one that is compliant with the latest guidelines. The recline position is recommended to stop babies from adopting an unsafe or unnatural posture. Additionally the seat should include a removable padding that will help keep newborns comfortable and secure.

It is crucial to choose a car seat that will expand with your child. This is why many parents choose a group 0+/1 or group 1/2/3 car seat that can be adjusted to fit their child's height. This type of car seat is suitable from birth up to 12 years old.

Second-hand car seats aren't safe for infants. It is best to purchase them if they've been thoroughly cleaned and checked. Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse, car safety experts, strongly recommend against purchasing a secondhand seat from a friend or relative since it's difficult to find out the history. They suggest buying a used car seat purchased from a reputable seller or even on eBay. Before purchasing any item, it's an excellent idea to confirm the warranty. The warranty should include any repairs or replacements that might be required. The warranty period can range between two and six years depending on the manufacturer. The longer the warranty period the better. The most comprehensive warranties provide repair and replacement parts for free for the first 3 to 5 years.