# Can a newborn go in a 360 swivel car seat? | Clever Mum

> Yes — provided the 360 car seat is R129 (i-Size) approved from 40cm height and includes a proper newborn wedge insert. A lie-flat position (under 45-degree

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#  Can a newborn go in a 360 swivel car seat? 

    
 
Quick answer — Can a newborn go in a 360 swivel car seat? 

 
Yes — provided the 360 car seat is R129 (i-Size) approved from 40cm height and includes a proper newborn wedge insert. A lie-flat position (under 45-degree recline) is essential in the early months to keep your baby’s airway open. Always remove thick coats or snowsuits before strapping baby in.

   
## Newborn suitability checklist for 360 seats

* **Check height rating:** Ensure the seat starts at 40cm (birth), not 61cm (approx 3-4 months).
* **Newborn insert mandatory:** Use the included head support and lumbar wedge until baby reaches the manufacturer's removal milestone (usually 60cm or 6kg).
* **Max 2-hour rule:** NHS safety guidelines advise keeping newborns in any car seat for no longer than 2 hours at a time (30 minutes for premature infants).

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