Ickle Bubba Solar ISOFIX Car Seat Group 1-2-3 from 9kg to 36kg (Light Grey)

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Michelle: The only thing that could be changed with this car seat is maybe the overall weight of it. It is pretty heavy to carry. However, this is the case with many Isofix car seats, so I do not see it as a massive disadvantage against other products out there. I would not want to have to swap it between cars often due to this. Traditionally car seats used after a child's first year were always forward-facing, but there is an increasing trend for these seats to be rear-facing for longer - often until around the end of the Group 1 phrase - which is around four years old. The integrated ISOFIX connection and top tether strap allows for easy installation and peace of mind knowing the car seat is correctly installed in your vehicle. This also has the added built-in safety of Side Impact Cushion technology to reduce the force from any side collision.

Why not invest in an extended rear-facing car seat that can carry them in greater safety until around age four? 7. Fixing the ISOFIX foot at an angle The baby then transitions to Group 1 2 3 car seats, starting with Group 1 which are forward-facing and the child uses the car seats integral harness or impact cushion until they are 15kg. They then use the car’s seat belt which secures the child and the seat. They can be useful not only as a money-saving buy, but also for childminders and grandparents who often need to transport children of different ages. You can buy car seats that have no-rethread harnesses which are far easier to adjust: 9. Too many layersOne common mistake, however, is to fix the extending foot at a diagonal angle, rather than at a 90-degree angle with the foot flat on the floor of the car.

Michelle: I would recommend this car seat. My daughter is very comfortable in it due to the overall shape and fabric of the seat. The strap covers are lovely and soft without too much padding which made it easy to get her in and out of the seat. The fabric seems very breathable, and even on a very hot day, my daughter stayed cool. The recline on the car seat is a great idea, especially if you have a young baby as it can be adjusted very easily even when the baby is sitting in the seat. So, let’s get to grips with some of the basics. This section covers everything you need to know about car seat groupings. ISOFIX seats are the easiest type to fit, as they clip straight onto special anchor points in your car. Once your child reaches the weight limit of 18kg in Group 1 mode, you can adapt the Solar to be used in Group 2/3 mode. At this point, the 5 point harness is no longer used, and the child is secured using the car’s own seatbelt. The adjustable headrest means the seat will grow with your child, so you’re safe in the knowledge that they’re well protected in your vehicle. Offeringlong term support for your child, Group 0+/1/2/3 car seatstake them from birth weight up to 36kg, or 11 years old, approximately.The integrated isofix connection and top tether strap allows for easy installation and peace of mind knowing the car seat is correctly installed in your vehicle. It has the added built-in safety of Side Impact Cushion technology to reduce the force from any side collision.

Laura: I would choose this model as it's safety features are impressive, particularly the side impact system, which is very reassuring. I like the finish on the fabric of this seat and my daughter finds it comfortable. She has a lot of hair and it is unusual for a seat not to make her head hot! A group 0 car seat is a seat designed to be suitable for a newborn baby. It’s the first car seat you will need. It takes baby from your child’s birth weight to around 10kg, approximately. Roughly this translates to somewhere between 6 and 9 months old. Once baby weighs this amount, they will need to upgrade to the next seat (Group 1) or have a seat that adapts from Group 0 to Group 1. These groups determine which car seats are compatible for a child at various ages. Some car seats are suitable for various ages, meaning they can be adapted as your child grows. These car seats list all corresponding groups, for example: Group 0/1/2. Group 0+ car seats are seats that span Group 0 and Group 1. This means they will take baby from their birth weight up to around 13kg. A rough age approximation is between 12 and 15 months. Often Group 0 and 0+ have the ability to attach to a pushchair chassis (usually with additional adaptors) – this is what is known as a travel system.Once your child reaches the weight limit of 18kg in Group 1 mode, you can adapt the Solar to be used in Group 2/3 mode. At this point, the 5 point harness is no longer required or used, and the child is secured using the car’s own 3-point seatbelt. The adjustable headrest means the seat will grow with your child, so you’re safe in the knowledge that they are well protected in your vehicle. The seat unit has 3 reclining positions for increased ergonomic head support and comfort on every journey. High quality product with unbeatable customer service: with fast, free delivery you could be using the Solar car seat within days! Car seatbelts often get twisted, and they can be a pain to straighten out again, especially if you’re in a hurry.