Road Trips With a Baby

Driving lets you take all the kit, but babies shouldn't spend hours in a car seat.

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• Best infant car seats for travel
• Car seats on planes
• Pre-loved baby gear: why second-hand car seats are best avoided.

Sleep in the car

The Lullaby Trust says car seats are designed for travelling, not as a main sleeping place. If your baby falls asleep while you're driving, that's fine, but take them out and lay them on a firm, flat surface when you arrive (Lullaby Trust).

Coming soon

Car seat laws in popular European countries, car hire seats, and planning stops on long drives. We'll source each guide from official pages.