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Time to Choose Your Infant Car Seat

You'll need an infant car seat before you know it
Time to Choose Your Infant Car Seat
We have tested over 60 car seats, including 29 infant car seats. Our extensive testing protocol includes crash testing each seat the same certified testing lab the US Government uses for its safety certification testing.
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Tuesday October 15, 2019

An infant car seat is easily one of the most critical baby gear purchases you will make for your new bundle of joy. The sheer number of options and price ranges on the market can be enough to make your head spin, but it is crucial you hold fast and do your research on how to select the safest car seat for your infant to make the best decision possible. Your new seat will need to be safe, easy to use, and fit in your specific car. It may seem like an easy, quick decision as all of the seats on the market are similar in looks and can pass safety testing. Unfortunately, the differences between seats are more significant than you think, and not all seats will fit easily (or at all) in your car.

Luckily, we have reviewed dozens of the top car seats on the market comparing each in a side-by-side method that helped us determine the best options for most families. Choosing and purchasing a seat in advance will give you ample time to test it in your car, and learn how to install it properly. Plus, deciding on a car seat now means you can add it to your registry and maybe save yourself some money for other things.