The best car seats for newborns (visit our website)

A car seat that is suitable for infants is a must. 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 lets babies sleep in the most comfortable position.

The law requires that your baby be rear-facing until the age of nine months or 135cm. We recommend using an iSize (also known as R129) or ECE R44-approved seat that comes with ISOFIX and offers side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth taking a closer look if you're in the market for an iSize infant seat that will protect your child right from birth until when they are ready to upgrade to a booster. It's one of one or two R129-approved car seats that can be used from the moment of birth, and also provides protection when rear-facing until 7. This makes it a great investment for your child.

It's important to check if a model is i-Size approved. This includes side testing for impact as well as front tests for impact. Other factors like the ease of installation and whether it's compatible with your vehicle are also crucial, as any brilliant safety features won't work to their full potential if they're not properly installed.

The design of the Pebble Pro is sleek and elegant and features soft fabric that's machine washable to make cleaning easy. There's plush padding for your newborn and reversible seat liner for comfort. It comes with a comfortable handle with a shaped grip that makes it easy to lift and move.

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

Aside from the i-Size approval and impressive 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. Those include its compact fold that takes up little space in the boot, a 5-point harness, an ergonomic handle for carrying and 10 headrest positions that include memory foam for babies. It can also fit into the majority of pushchairs as part of a travel set-up and can be used with the brand's FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream I-Size

Silver Cross Dream i-Size, one of the most recent products in the range of products offered by the company offers a luxurious option with a newborn insert. This car seat is i-Size approved and provides your child with 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 seat's rotation design makes it easy to get your baby in and out, while the built-in easy lock ISOFIX ensures it's securely locked in place too.

Suitable for infants from birth to 12 months (to 85cm), this model was created with comfort in mind. with soft touch bamboo fabrics and Silver Cross premium branding. The insert for newborns is designed to keep your baby comfortable and secure with removable sections that you can alter to grow with your baby and the five-position headrest guarantees an ideal fit. The seat was awarded the AGR-2022 certificate of approval – the highest award for infant car seat car seats and is compatible with Silver Cross prams or pushchairs in order to create a travel set (adapters are sold separately).

Like the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless that means you can use it with ISOFIX connectors or your car's seat belt. The ISOFIX system is a distinctive, built-in installation system that takes just a few seconds to install. It is ideal for parents who move cars frequently and travel in a family vehicle or share a vehicle with taxi drivers or drivers.

This seat is also priced a bit more expensive than maxicosi's Cabriofix which is one of our top picks due to its design. It looks great and has a 360-degree swivel feature. It also comes with a three-level recline feature as well as a removable infant inlay. It's also iSize-approved and has a high crash test rating, and is a top safety choice by Which? They base their recommendations on safety and the ease of installation and also on whether the seat is fitted correctly. It's important to note that even the best infant seat car seats can only provide maximum protection if they are 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 maximum height for rear-facing of any seat we've tested. It is a unique feature, and it's worth considering if you want your child to remain rear-facing as long as is possible.

The seat is comfortable and sturdy, and there's plenty of room for the torso and head of your child to grow comfortably. It is designed for comfort and features a one-handed reclining mechanism, 12 headrest positions, and soft belt padding. We believe that it's built to stand up to the wear and tear of everyday use, although the button and mechanism used to tighten and release the straps is slightly fiddly and we worry about it becoming stuck or breaking over time.

It's also lightweight at just under 10kg, so it's easy for you to lift into and out of your car. It comes with a handy pocket 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 a compatible stroller that is ideal for those who need to take multiple trips.

As is the norm with an i-Size car seat, the base of this seats uses Isofix connectors and clicks effortlessly into position. It also has a support leg which can be adjusted with tiny grey buttons tucked in the back of the seat and an indicator light to let you know it's secure. The seat slides over the top rated infant car seats and it has an easy handle that can be used to lift it up and down your car.

One of the greatest features about this seat is it's ability to slide forward and backwards along the base to adjust the legroom. You can alter the legroom to suit your child's height so that they can comfortably cross their legs. This is a fantastic feature that works - I found that with a little practice, it took me just 30 seconds to adjust the seat and create the legroom.

George at Asda

If you're looking to purchase your first car seat for infants or a second one to pair in conjunction with your existing pushchair you'll find an array of options at George at ASDA. The well-known store is well-known for its cheap clothes and homeware. It's especially popular around the time of Christmas and other celebrations.

Prices can vary widely for all products for parents. However, you can purchase an portable infant car seat car seat for newborns from PS100 that doesn't require any base, and all the way up to PS725 for a complete infant carrier. If you intend to use the pushchair you already own and want to purchase an additional seat, it will save you money as compared to buying an additional pram or travel system.

It is crucial to choose a car seat that meets the most recent regulations when buying one for your newborn. The recline position is recommended to prevent infants from taking an unsafe or unnatural posture. The seat should also have removable padding that keeps the baby snug and comfortable.

Infants and newborns may outgrow their car seats very quickly and it's crucial to select a seat that can adapt to their needs. Many parents choose car seats in the group 1+, group 1/2/3 or group 3/4 that can be adjusted to suit their child's height. This type of car seat is suitable from birth to 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are safe and secure therefore you should avoid second-hand ones unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Car safety experts Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse strongly recommend against purchasing an old car seat from family members or friends, since it's difficult to determine the history of the seat. They recommend a used seat from a trusted seller or eBay. It's also a good idea to check the warranty prior to making any purchases. The warranty should cover any repairs or replacements that may be necessary. Warranty periods can vary between two and six years depending on the manufacturer. The longer the warranty is, the more comprehensive. The most comprehensive warranties provide free replacement parts and repairs for the first 3 to 5 years.