Infant Car Seats on Sale

Car seats for infants are an essential part of baby equipment. Many include strollers to make an efficient travel system. Look for models with many adjustments to fit growing babies.

Some infant seats are also equipped with the seatbelt (no base) making them suitable for parents who take taxis or public transportation.

1. Big Box Retailers

Car seats can be costly, but are also essential. It's important to know when the top car seats are on sale. The annual trade-in event at Target, and Nordstrom's anniversary sale (held every summer) are two of the most popular times for infant car seats to be available for sale. These sales offer a wide variety of car seats including Graco, Baby Trend, Chicco, and Britax. Some even have discounts up to 50 percent.

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2. Online Shopping

We all know how quickly children expand. Their clothing isn't the only thing that they outgrow. Car seats are also big purchase for new parents and are typically replaced once their child reaches the weight and height limits for their current seat. Online retailers offer infant car seats at a discounted price to help you save money.

Amazon is a major retailer that is known for its wide assortment of overstock and open-box baby gear. There are a variety of options available on the site including Graco or Chicco infant car seats. One model to keep in mind is the Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX. It's a complete car seat that can be used as an infant seat from birth up to 40 pounds in the rear-facing position and also as a booster seat with a high-back or a backless booster for children that weigh up to 120 pounds.

It comes with a variety of features that include a spring-loaded foot that reclines, as well as a bubble indicator on the base. It also has the LockStrong system that secures and tightens the seatbelt of the vehicle over the buckle. It's also a breeze to carry around when not installed because the LATCH connectors fold down into the base. Nuna Pipa Urbn is another option you should consider. It's part of an entire system and doesn't require a base. It comes with some additional features typically reserved for higher-end models, like an easy-to-remove seat pad to make washing easier and a harness that doesn't need rethread and an adjustable handle for easier carrying.

Another high-quality car seat made by a brand that is known for its luxurious feel is the Britax ClickTight One4Life. This is a second all-in-one seat that can be used in the forward-facing and rear-facing position from birth up to 120 pounds. The ClickTight system makes it simple to set up. It also comes with a five-point neck and head support, as well as nine recline positions for a more comfortable and relaxing.

If you're a parent with an old newborn car seat seat that needs to be replaced or retired and Target's annual trade-in sale is a great time to save money. Target will offer two coupons for 20 percent off car seats and other baby items in-store or online.

3. Brand Websites

The most effective infant car seat will come with more advanced features. Some come with rotating features that allow you to move your seat around so that it is facing you when you are loading and unloading your baby. Other extras, like adjustable harnesses with no-rethread straps as well as anti-rebound bars, can help improve the comfort of your ride, Dilts notes. You may also want to consider a load leg or a brace with a specific design that is attached to the base and helps in stabilization.

Compare prices on the internet and at various retailers before deciding. You may be able get a better price through shopping open box or items that are in stock like. It's important to make sure that the infant car seat is in compliance with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) minimum safety standards.

Some parents opt to shop for a particular brand for their infant car seats due to the fact that they trust the safety and quality of the specific seat. However, others prefer the convenience of buying a generic model that comes at a price that is affordable. It's up to you to decide which is better for your family, but consider aspects such as how easy it is to install the seat in your car and if you can easily connect it to a stroller frame, too.

While you're shopping for the best seats, be sure to visit the site of the manufacturer to find installation videos and other instructions. Visit the NHTSA car seat recall page for more details on the latest safety issues and other potential ones. Also, keep in mind that, while any car seat you purchase is safe for your baby, the best ones have a top rating from Consumer Reports and include clearly labeled installation instructions. Make sure to consider the weight of the seat and base when deciding on how easy or difficult it will be to transport. And lastly make sure to read the instruction manual before you use the seat to ensure that you are installing it correctly.

4. Special Offers

The car seat you select for your baby is among the most expensive purchases (and additions to your registry) you'll make as the new parent. It's important to shop around and find the best car seats for newborns Black Friday deals. You can find deals on everything from the top-rated infant car seat to convertible and booster seats at major retailers like Target, Amazon and more.

When you are shopping for an infant car seat ensure you are considering the safety features that are important to you and your family. The most effective infant car seat comes with a variety of features. They include a quick-release system that helps to secure your child quickly as well as a built-in recline feature for babies and a harness adjustment that is one-handed. The Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX is a great model of a baby car seat that offers the total package of user-friendliness and quality and comes with a very high score from customers and a wide range of other special features that you might not find in cheaper models.

You'll need to upgrade your infant car seat to a booster or convertible car seat once your child is at the age to. These will typically have higher limits on height and weight than an infant car seat and will be able to safeguard your child's growing body for longer. Whether you want to start with a convertible car seat, or go for an all-in-one option that will see your child through to their preschool years you'll discover a wide selection of Black Friday deals from brands such as Chicco, Graco, and Baby Trend.

If you're a parent with experience with an unused or expired car seat sitting in your garage, consider making a donation to your local charity and use the funds to purchase your next baby item. Some major retailers, such as Target, also offer a trade-in event every year where you can exchange your old car seat in exchange for two coupons of 20 percent off that can be used on any purchase made in-store or online, including an infant car seats that swivel or convertible car seat.