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How to Choose the Best Car Seats for Your Child When searching for a car seat, it's easy to get overwhelmed. The safest car seats are those that fit your child and vehicle and can be used correctly 100 percent of the time. Car seats that are difficult to use or install can make life for parents and kids more difficult. The best car seats are those that have excellent scores in terms of ease of use as well as impressive crash test results, and are lightweight. Safety Safety features are the most important factor to consider when buying an automobile. It doesn't matter if select a convertible, a booster or infant seat. They should all meet federal safety standards, and have an established track record in third-party crash testing. It should fit in your vehicle and be simple to operate. A good quality seat should include a harness adjustment that is easy to use, as well as the possibility of connecting via LATCH or seatbelt. Rigid or rigid lower anchor connectors that have clips that are similar to alligators that attach directly to the base of the car seat or to the seat belt guides of the vehicle are preferred over flexible straps that move or loosen. The best seats feature a simple, easy-to-read color change indicator to indicate that the seat is attached properly and provide a tight fit. In addition to these features, the most comfortable seats come with the top tether, which reduces the risk of head injuries in crashes by restraining the front of the child's head. The harness guides are also integrated into the seats to aid parents thread the belt or tether properly. The most important aspects of a car seat are the ones that ensure the seat is installed and utilized correctly 100% of the time. Unfortunately, many child passenger fatalities result from children being restrained improperly or using the wrong type seat. Check with a child passenger security technician (CPST) located near you, to confirm that the car seat's installation and position is correct. A good seat could save your child's lives in case of an accident. It is worth the cost to buy an item with strong frames and high-quality materials. It also helps to have well-thought-out features. Make sure you choose seats that comply with the R129 safety standards, which are more rigorous than the older ones most seats adhere to. In the end, it's crucial to recognize that car seats are only as secure as the adult who uses it. infant car seats that swivel should be properly restrained in rear-facing car seats from the time they are born until they're tall enough to sit up straight in a harness, usually at the age of four or five. Comfort A comfortable car seat will aid your child to fall asleep or remain asleep for longer. This can make the difference between a content restful, well-rested child from an exhausted, cranky child who isn't a fan of naptime. Choose a car seat that can accommodate your child's needs and has ample support for the back and head and fits comfortably in the vehicle. The most suitable infant car seat comes with various features that help your child feel safe and comfortable. These include soft materials including plush cushions, soft cushions and padded armrests. Some of them offer reclining positions and adjustable headrests and cup holders and sun shade. Others have adjustable thigh supports and lumbar supports to improve posture, and some even have massage features that are activated by a button that you press when the child is in the seat. If your child is no longer able to fit in an infant car seat then you can upgrade to a convertible toddler car seat. These seats are made for children who weigh up to 40 pounds. They can be used with either a rear-facing or facing forward. A convertible toddler car seat can also be used as boosters up to 120 pounds. This can save money and reduces your number of car seats you will require in the future. Evenflo Chase is one of the top toddler car seats for comfort. It offers great crash test results and is easily mounted using LATCH or the seat belt of a vehicle. Its slim shell allows it to fit more newborns and average-sized babies than other carseats and also has two crotch buckle positions to allow for better shoulder strap placement. It's also lightweight and narrow, making it easier to maneuver around in vehicles with small spaces. The Nuna PIPA Urbn is a great option for a car seat that is comfortable for toddlers. Babylist's gear editor Jennifer LaBracio says the seat is luxuriously comfortable with plenty of padding and easy-to-read indicators to install. It is also compact and can either be installed with the base or without, making it a good choice for parents who frequently move their car seats from one vehicle to another. Easy to Use Many parents use their car seats a lot and are looking for a seat that is easy to use and that can be tucked away in their car. They also want it to work with other baby equipment. Car seats for infants are lighter due to having less weight restrictions, and have a shorter life span than a convertible car seat. The best infant car seats come with features that make them easy to install and use, such as the recline foot that is spring-loaded and bubble indicators on the base to help place it in the right position in your car. They also come with clearly labeled installation guides that include clear instructions. The car seats have been designed with easy-to-see and durable materials that are machine-washable, and also provide a comfortable cushion for your child. The top-rated infant car seats we have reviewed this year is the Clek Liing, which has impressive crash test sensor results and analysis scores, in addition to an excellent load leg that helps you position the car seat in your vehicle with ease and precision. This car seat is among the easiest to install with either LATCH or the rigid latch connectors with a color-changing indicator of the latch's connection and a harness with no rethread that snaps easily and securely. Another top choice is the Chicco KeyFit 35, which offers impressive crash test analysis scores and an extra leg to assist you in putting the car seat in your vehicle. It's also a favorite with parents and experts, including CPST instructor Kecia Healy, who claims the seat is well-designed for comfort, with the recline foot that is spring loaded and a bubble indicator on the base to help place it in the right position and tighten it easily. This seat is affordable, GREENGUARD certified and built to last. It has an aluminum frame and a high-density, ventilated foam. The Nuna Exec all-in-one seat is an absolute favorite with LaBracio, Saxton and other women. Both women call it an “solid” comfortable seat that is well worth the price for its elegant feel, luxurious materials and its easy installation. It has the rear-facing weight limit of 50 pounds, an expanded legroom panel and an extremely sturdy steel frame with an anti-rebound bar. This car seat for infants can also be used as a booster seat for children up to 120 pounds. It is compact enough to fit into most midsize vehicles. Design You should ensure that the car seat you select is easy to use and fits well. Your final choice could be influenced by the location and how you'll install the seat, as well as how often you intend to change between vehicles. It is impossible to know what could happen in an accident. However the design of your seat will help to minimize the damage and make it easier to get your child in and out of their car seat. The LATCH connectors on a seat are a key aspect. Rigid connectors have alligator-like clips that are attached directly to the seat and are more difficult to remove in a crash. Flexible connectors come with a strap which can be adjusted and tightened via a manual mechanism or a device. Most seats come with an indicator of level that indicates when they've been correctly installed. This is usually a plastic formed line on the shell side or a sticker glued to the bottom of the seat that, when raised against the ground, shows the car seat is at the correct angle. The ability of a seat to accommodate infants and newborns is crucial. This includes the size and the height of the shell, the headrest and the ease with which the harness can be buckled and unbuckled. Certain seats have an insert for positioning to help smaller bodies fit into the seat and the harness. These inserts can be removed when your child grows. Another important aspect is the ease with which it is to alter the height of the harness. The best seats allow you to adjust the belt of your harness without having to remove your baby and require just pushing a button or pulling tabs or shifting levers. In addition, the easiest seats to use are those that allow you to adjust the strap's length without having to rethread the belt. If you are interested in an all in one seat, make sure it satisfies the minimum federal safety standards and has been able to pass third-party crashes tests. We recommend seats that exceed expectations with features like an anti-rebound bar, an energy-absorbing layer that is molded into the shell or the capability to use the seat from birth (with an insert) until your child reaches 50 pounds in rear-facing mode.