2010 Subaru Forester and Uppababy Mesa? Or other infant seat recommendations?

HeatherB

New member
Greetings! I'm working with a client who just purchased a 2010 Subaru Forester. They are welcoming their first child in a couple months and looking for the best seat. They would like to go with an infant seat and are considering the Uppababy Mesa. Does anyone have experience with installation of the Mesa in the Forester?

If that's not a great option, are there other suggestions that may be better?
 
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wendytthomas

Admin - CPST Instructor
Staff member
It's an option.

They could also look at the Chicco KeyFit, Britax B Safe 35, Graco Snugride Click Connect/Snuglock, They're all also very easy to install in their vehicle, and tend to have less of an issue with head slump for the baby.

Wendy
 

HeatherB

New member
Thank you, Wendy!

Can you tell me more about the head slump issues with the Uppababy Mesa? I have been searching the forum and reviews and haven't come across mention of it elsewhere. This particular client has a good deal she may take on the Mesa, but obviously if it's likely to be a safety issue, she'd want to pass.
 

wendytthomas

Admin - CPST Instructor
Staff member
The headrest design tends to push the newborn's head forward more than other seats. It's not the only one (it's why I recommend the B Safe 35 more than the 35 Elite/Ultra/Endeavours, for instance), but it tends to do it more than most. Last I heard they were working on what to do about it, but that doesn't help right now. :)

Wendy
 

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