what is the best infant car seat?

Answer 1

The best infant car seat is the one that will successfully fit properly in your car and can be correctly used. Sometimes that is a 5 point harness, sometimes it's not. I do think the Britax is a better seat for children being driven long distances daily (for instance, the day care is right by Mom's workplace). It's reportedly more comfortable for the child, but it is no safer than many other 5 point harness systems as evidenced by safety tests.

If you go to some of the baby sites, like www.ivillage.com, you will find links to sources that list the best baby seats for the make of your car as well as ones that just don't fit properly.

Always be sure to check for stuff in the area of the locking mechanism!!

Answer 2

We have a Cosco Alpha Omega Convertible carseat. A friend has one too and she also likes hers. I think for a newborn you need the infant seat so you can take it out with the baby in it, and then attach it to the stroller when you need too. I would buy a convertible carseat when the baby's about 4 or 5 months old.

Answer 3

Hi - according to consumer reports the best convertible car seat ,while it may seem like an expensive purchase at first glance, the Roundabout is the least expensive Britax car seat. In crash tests and car seat reviews, the Roundabout has proven itself one of the safest car seats on the market, and parents say it is easy to install and to use. The Roundabout can be used in the rear-facing position for babies up to 33 pounds, making it a solid choice for kids who may outgrow other rear-facing seats before they're one year old. In the front-facing position, the Roundabout is rated for kids up to 40 pounds. This car seat is smaller and less bulky than the Britax Boulevard, but the Boulevard can be used for kids up to 65 pounds, so you'd be able to use it longer. Starting at $219.99

Second choice for comsumer reports was the Evenflo Triumph. This seat doesn't get the overwhelming praise of Britax car seats in reviews, and experts say it's not quite as easy to use, but the Evenflo Triumph 5 rates just as well for safety, has plenty of plush padding, and costs a lot less. Car-seat eviews say the front-positioned harness adjustments makes them difficult to access in the rear-facing position, and the tether may only be used forward-facing, unlike the Roundabout and Boulevard car seats. With fewer frills than the Roundabout, the Evenflo is a more economical, yet just as safe choice. It is rated for infants from 5 to 30 pounds while rear-facing, and up to 40 pounds in the front-facing position. Starting at $109.99

Last but not least the 3rd is the Graco ComfortSport. Car-seat reviews say the ComfortSport is a safe, affordable seat with few frills. The Graco car seat isn't as comfortable as the Britax car seats, but reviews say it's a good choice for a second car. This seat doesn't recline at all, so many parents say it's not as comfortable for infants. There are several versions of the ComfortSport. Pricier versions have more head padding and removable cup holders, which parents seem to like. Starting at $79.99

Good luck with your car seat shopping, I'm sure you'll make a great decision on your choosing. Good luck in the future!!

Chelsea

Answer 4

Look online for consumer ratings. You also need to consider what make & model of car the seat is going to be in. Not all carseats fit well.
And remember, most expensive is not always the best

Answer 5

I believe that the Graco Snug Ride is the safest and there are many different options on looks. There is a new cute unisex pattern called patchwork cow collection. Look at the website they have a ton of different options. Hope this helps!

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