Extend2Fit

If you're really set on a convertible I would just make sure they will fit for a newborn! I have [this one](https://www.gracobaby.com/shop/car-seats/toddler-car-seats/convertible-car-seats/extend2fit-convertible-car-seat/SAP_2216092.html) a Graco Extend 2 Fit and we've used it since he was brand new!

We've only used the convertible seat! We have a Graco Extend 2 Fit all in one. The only car seat he will ever need! No regrets. When he was small I held him, carried him, used a stroller, or wore him when we went out and about. Once he could sit up around 5 months it was a bit easier because then he could sit up in the shopping cart but other than that it was great

Another extend2fit owner here. My kids are way comfortable in the convertible seats after the first few months. We moved my son over at 3 months.

more expensive does nooot mean safer! you can search “(car seat name) safety rating” & find results i personally like a convertible seat & just using bassinet on a stroller or wearing baby in a wrap/carrier because infant seats only last until around age 1. convertible car seats last until they’re in a booster (8yo ish depending on weight & height) here’s a bunch you can look into because there are tons of options out there my favorite infant seats in cheapest to most expensive order all in usd joie rue $169.99 graco snugride snugfit dlx $239.99 graco gomax $249.99 joie mint latch $299.99 top favorite - chicco keyfit max zip cleartex $299.99 uppababy mess v3 $349.99 britax cypress w/ alpine base $379.99 nuna pipa aire rx + relx base $650 for convertible seats i personally don’t like any rotating seat because they all have low rearfacing limits & extended rearfacing is absolutely the safest thing you can do. one of the only things you can control as a parent safety wise. most of these also can be used for a newborn 50lb rearfacing limit ⬇️ graco extend 2 fit 3 in 1 $269.99 graco 4ever extend2fit $379.99 britax one4life $439.99 britax poplar s $399.99 nuna rava next $580 under 50lb rearfacing limit ⬇️ joie saffron si 4 in 1 $249.99 graco 4ever dlx $319.99 chicco one fit max $379.99

We have an E2F in a corolla and my 6’3 husband can still fit in the passenger seat. Its a little tight for him but still very doable.

You should rear face as long as possible. At least until 2.  Graco is pretty budget friendly and has a rear facing seat until 50 lbs (extend to fit). Slim fit is also rear facing until 40 lbs if you have space issues. 30% off on Graco website, there may also be better deals elsewhere 

I personally prefer having the infant car seat and transitioning to a convertible seat later. It’s more convenient for winter and you can keep them covered. We have a base in each car that we regularly travel in. My 1 year old is about to outgrow the infant car seat. Which makes me sad as it’s so much easier to pop him in and out of the car to the stroller for school drop offs/pick ups He’ll be going into his sister’s graco extend to fit and she’s (5.5years old) going into a high back booster. You can go straight to a convertible seat. Boosters come way down the road so I wouldn’t worry about that right now. An infant carrier is more referring a wrap/sling/structured carrier that goes on your body to hold baby hands free. I highly recommend getting one that is comfortable for you. We have ring slings and an ergo 360. I have used them for both of my kids. My 1 year old is a Velcro baby and has to touch me at all times in the evening. I was wearing him on my back to do dishes last night.

We have both the Graco Extend2Fit and the Cosco Scenera and we take the Cosco when we need to Uber to the airport/bring it on the plane. It’s considerably lighter which is helpful for carrying it around in the airport. I could see the Graco maybe getting installed quickly in an Uber if you know what you’re doing and it’s already configured for your child. It’s different though when the Uber driver is tapping their foot and waiting for you to install the thing. Generally for your use case I’d recommend the Cosco.