Infant Car Seats on Sale

A car seat for infants is a crucial piece of baby gear and many come with strollers for a convenient travel system. Models with multiple adjustments will accommodate your growing baby.

Some infant seats can be installed with just the seat belt (no base) This is great for parents who take public transportation or take taxis.

1. Big Box Retailers

Car seats are expensive however they're an absolute necessity. That's why it's important to be aware of when your preferred car seat brands go for sale. Target's annual trade-in sale, and Nordstrom's anniversary sale (held every summer) are two of the best times for infant car seats to go offered for sale. These sales offer a wide range of car seats including Graco, Baby Trend, Chicco and Britax. Some even offer discounts up to 50%.

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2. Online Shopping

We all know how quickly children expand. Their clothes aren't the only thing that they outgrow. New parents also make massive purchases of car seats which are replaced once the child reaches the weight and height limits for their seat. Online retailers offer infant car seats newborn seats for sale to help you save money.

One retailer that is renowned for their stellar assortment of overstock and open box baby products is Amazon. Amazon offers a variety of options, including Graco and Chicco infant car seats on sale. The Graco SnugRide SnugFit35 DLX is a model to keep your eye on. It's a multi-purpose vehicle seat that can be used from birth up to 40 pounds rear-facing. It also functions as a booster, with a high or low back for children up to 120 pounds.

The seat's benefits include easy installation, thanks to a spring-loaded recline foot and bubble indicator on the base, as well as the LockStrong mechanism that tightens your vehicle seat belt around the buckle and secures it. It's also easy to tote around when not installed because its LATCH connectors fold away into the base. Nuna Pipa Urbn is another option that you should look into. It is part of a system and does not require the use of a base. It has a number of other bells and whistles normally reserved for more expensive models, such as an easy-to-remove seat pad to make cleaning easier and a harness that doesn't need to be rethread, and an adjustable handle for easy carrying.

Britax ClickTight is yet another high-end car safety seat from the company that is known for its luxury. It's a second all-in-one car seat that can be used from birth until 120 pounds in rear-facing and forward facing infant car seat-facing positions. It's easy to install with the ClickTight system and comes with a five-point head and neck support system as well as nine recline positions, making it a comfortable seat for kids.

Target's annual trade-in event offers a great opportunity to save money if you are a parent who has an old car that needs to retire or be replaced. The company will give 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 premium features. Some models have rotating features that allow you to pivot your seat so that it faces you when you are unloading and loading your baby. Dilts suggests that other features like anti-rebound bars, adjustable straps that do not require rethreads can increase the comfort of your child during the ride. You might also want to consider a load leg, a special brace that is attached to the base and helps with stability.

Compare prices online and at different retailers before making a final choice. You might be able to find cheaper prices buying open boxes or other items that are not in stock. It is essential to ensure that the car seat for your infant is in compliance with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) minimum safety standards.

Some parents choose to purchase a particular brand for their infant car seat since they are confident in the safety and quality of the seat. Others opt to purchase an equivalent model for a reasonable price. You can decide which option is the best for your family. But, you must consider factors such as how easy it is to install in your car and if it is easy to convert the seat into the stroller.

While you're shopping, make sure you check the website of the manufacturer for installation videos and directions. You can also go to the NHTSA's recalls of car seats page that is a great resource for information on recent and potential safety concerns. Be aware that any car seat can be safe for an infant, but the best ones are those with an excellent Consumer Reports rating and clearly labeled instructions on how to install them. Also, remember to factor in the weight of the seat and base when you consider the ease or difficulty it is to carry. And last but not least be sure to read the instructions before using the seat to ensure you're installing it properly.

4. Special Offers

As a new parent the car seat you select for your child is among your most expensive purchases. It will also be added to your registry. It's the reason it's so important to shop around to find the best deals on Black Friday. From the most highly-rated infant car seats to convertible and booster car seats, you'll find a variety of discounts at major retailers like Target, Amazon, and more.

When you are shopping for an infant seat be sure to think about the safety features that are most important to you and your family. The most effective infant car seat has many features. These include the quick-release system which helps you secure your child quickly and easily, a built-in recline feature for infants, and an easy harness adjustment that is one-handed. The Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX is a great example of a car seat that comes with the complete package of comfort and safety and has a great score from customers and a wide range of additional features you might not find in less expensive models.

When your baby is old enough to leave the infant car seat, you'll need to upgrade to the convertible or booster seat. These seats have greater weight and size restrictions than infant car seats, which means they'll be able to protect your child for longer. You can find a wide variety of Black Friday deals on brands like Chicco, Graco and Baby Trend.

If you're a seasoned parent with an old or unusable car seat that's parked in your garage, think about donating it to your local charity and use the money to purchase your next baby gear item. Some big retailers, like Target offer a regular trade-in opportunity where you can turn in your old car seat for two separate 20 percent off coupons that can be used on any online or in-store purchase, including an convertible or infant car seat.