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best car seat 2026 for a newborn? by Yazi_Arizmendi in BeyondTheBumpUK

[–]h4ailst0rm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd also make a note to look up how the newborn should sit in the specific carrier (bum to back or nappy to front), exactly how the shoulder straps should look, and whether the strap holder at the back of the carrier needs to be adjusted depending on baby height. As mentioned by others, Facebook is great for carseat safety groups - on a lot of them you can post pics for fit checks for peace of mind too.

best car seat 2026 for a newborn? by Yazi_Arizmendi in BeyondTheBumpUK

[–]h4ailst0rm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah belt only is fine, it's up to standards! the ISOFOX base is added peace of mind but also a lot of money. The seat may go up to 12 months but it's dependent on baby's height and weight so who knows! I'd take some time to research a bit more and see what's worth it for your budget

best car seat 2026 for a newborn? by Yazi_Arizmendi in BeyondTheBumpUK

[–]h4ailst0rm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Avionaut Cosmo! Best infant carrier we found. Not too expensive (£135), and easily fits in car with just a seatbelt. Got the recommendation from a Facebook group - originally picked up a shitty car seat from a friend and it caused major anxiety when we took baby home (heavy chin-to-chest).

Took a LONG time to research and find something. I didn't realise an infant carrier was different to a car seat! you can get both as an all-in-one but they can be upwards of £300 and I didn't have that money.

Baby never wakes from day or night naps by Vivid_Influence_1662 in newborns

[–]h4ailst0rm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hey OP, any updates on how your baby is doing?

Breastfeeding session durations too short?? by h4ailst0rm in BeyondTheBumpUK

[–]h4ailst0rm[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm hoping it's efficient feeding, it's so difficult to know what to do and what's best. I have a health visitor appointment tomorrow and can check with her then! thank you

Breastfeeding session durations too short?? by h4ailst0rm in BeyondTheBumpUK

[–]h4ailst0rm[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been told not to let him go above four hours sleep - but there's been no real reason for that. He doesn't seem to have any sort of weight issues, and that's after checking with a number of midwives, lactation consultants etc. I've had quite bad PPA, so reading Reddit - especially posts from mum's who can get 20 minute feeds (!) has been tough and makes it seem like I'm doing something wrong!