How To Buy Baby High Chairs

Today’s baby high chairs are a great improvement compared to its wooden counterparts of the past. They have various features like the one-hand tray release, wheels for easy maneuverability, height adjustments and recline for the seat. When buying one, it would help a lot to take on the following considerations:

When it comes to the number of whistles and bells you would want to come with your high chair, it all boils down to your personal choices. However, your primary concern will always be its safety features.  If you want harnesses, make sure they are reliable and that people have confidence in them.  Make sure your chair has a bar that stands in between your baby’s legs when sitting to prevent slipping from under the tray. On top of that, you should also check to see how sturdy it is.

Stability

To begin with, baby high chairs must have a wide base complete with a low gravity center. You can determine this by giving it a good shake to simulate your excited and wiggling baby. A wide base is evidently much easier when you reach down and under to pick up spilt foods. Ask yourself if it could easily tip over.

Wheel functions and locking mechanisms

A high chair complete with wheels would be a great thing if you need to move your baby from one place to another when feeding, but it should come complete with stable locks on its wheels to prevent from moving away and for general safety purposes.

Height and recline adjustments

A height adjustment feature is important if you plan to keep it on the long term. You can adjust the height so it can be easy for your arms come feeding time. Reclining chairs are useful when holding infants and toddlers, especially those who often fall asleep while eating.

Belt straps

Your baby’s high chair must have durable and washable belt straps. A crotch strap on the belt that secures the baby’s hips must also be attached on the belt. Stay away from those high chair models that offers only loops going around the waist since it’s way too easy for the baby to slip out.

Easy washable cushions

High chairs get dirty and grimy all the time.  It would be smart to choose those types that wash well. You can go for vinyl cushions since they are to wipe clean. You just have to be careful about its sharp edges.  Cloth cushions on the other hand should be made of durable thick fabrics, both removable and machine-washable.

Style

Some chairs really won’t go well with your kitchen or the rest of your house but they can serve their purpose really well and offer a ton of features to keep your baby safe and comfortable.  However, there are more and more chairs that are coming out that are reliable and safe chairs that look good.  You just might have to make some comprises for the nicer looking chairs and potentially lose some features.

We recommend that you read our reviews to start getting a good idea of what might be good for you!