Does Silver Cross Simplicity car seat need newborn insert?
You don’t need an insert but I didn’t feel DD was particularly comfortable until she was bigger. She loved it from about 3 months though, and stayed in it until around 15 months as she’s not the biggest. I liked the car seat overall and putting it straight on the pram was incredibly helpful.
When can I remove the newborn insert from car seat?
Generally speaking, it’s usually safe to remove the infant insert in the car seat once your baby is around 6 months old. You might be able to tell, just by looking, that your baby has outgrown the newborn insert.
What angle should a newborn be in a car seat?
around 45 degrees
Ideally, the back surface of a child car seat should be angled at around 45 degrees (about halfway back—not more) for a newborn, and can be adjusted to a slightly more upright position as the baby grows—up to about 30 degrees.
Should a car seat be at a 90 degree angle?
The angle of your seat back should be a little greater than a perpendicular 90 degrees. At 100 to 110 degrees, the seat will put the least pressure on your back. Leaning too far back forces you to push your head and neck forward, which can cause neck and shoulder pain and tingling in the fingers.
When can you take the infant insert out of Silver Cross?
This infant carrier can be used from birth to 13kgs (29lbs) birth to approximately 9-12 months using a 3 point lap and diagonal seat belt approved to UN ECE Regulation 16 or equivalent standards.
How long can you use Silver Cross Simplicity car seat?
Suitable for
| Child age (approx) | Birth to 12 months |
|---|---|
| Child weight | Up to 13kg |
When can I remove newborn insert from Pebble?
Feedback has shown that the insert is usually removed when your little one is around 60cm tall ( around 4-6 months of age), however this is ultimately at your discretion as a parent and depends on individual circumstances.
Whats the difference between simplicity and simplicity plus?
Simplicity Plus features a new and improved seat position for greater baby comfort. The improved ergonomics provide a better seated position, while optimum side impact protection ensures your baby will always travel safely. A soft cushioned newborn insert is included to cocoon smaller babies in comfort.
Does the simplicity car seat recline?
Removable newborn insert, 8 head rest positions and 3 recline positions. Soft and breathable natural bamboo fabrics. ISOFIX and support leg for simple and safe installation.
What happens if newborn neck is not supported?
Blood vessels, nerves and torn tissues are often the result, as are developmental brain delays like impaired speech, learning disabilities, memory problems and even severe mental retardation.
Is Pebble Pro the same as Pebble?
The Pebble Pro is the updated version of the Pebble Plus. They have the same shell and the only real difference is that the Pebble Pro’s head support of the infant inlay has been improved to be more supportive. The Rock, like the Pebble Plus and Pebble Pro, also has the air pocket at the head area and the infant inlay.
What’s the difference between Pebble and Pebble Plus?
The other difference between these two seats is the newborn inlay, although the standard Pebble features a head hugger, the Pebble Plus has a full newborn inlay offering a better lying position for a newborn as well as impact absorbing material on the sides to offer better side impact protection.
Why does a car seat have to be level?
Babies lack the muscle strength to hold their heads up properly, so they need constant support and cushioning for their heads. If your car seat isn’t level, your baby could tip forward and have difficulty breathing.
Can you recline an infant car seat?
For safety and comfort, newborns should ride semi-reclined, so that the angle of the car seat (where their head and back rests) is reclined enough to keep their head back and their chin off their chest, but never more than 45 degrees from vertical.
What happens if car seat is not level?
Park your car on a flat surface before installing the seat. Babies lack the muscle strength to hold their heads up properly, so they need constant support and cushioning for their heads. If your car seat isn’t level, your baby could tip forward and have difficulty breathing.
What is the comfort wedge on the simplicity?
The Simplicity comes with a ‘newborn comfort wedge’ which helps position your newborn or premmie baby while they’re still tiny. This is easily removed once your baby gets bigger.
Is the Silver Cross simplicity car seat any good?
As we’ve come to expect from Silver Cross, there’s also an emphasis on quality and fine detail – it feels robust, safe and good looking. Completely rearward-facing, this seat can be used from birth to 13kg, which is roughly 12 months. You can buy the Silver Cross Simplicity car seat from Silver Cross, John Lewis, and Mothercare.
Is the simplicity car seat carrier safe?
Second baby and second time we have used the simplicity carrier, our little girl looks much more comfortable in the seat than our eldest ever did – looks warm, snuggly and most importantly safe. I am a self confessed car seat safety geek and have no…
How do I fit the simplicity in my car?
There are two ways to fit the Simplicity into your car, with and ISOFIX base or with the car seat belt. The first uses an ISOFIX base called the Simplifix, which costs a further £120. You connect the Simplifix base to the two anchor points in your back seat and then secure it with the leg.