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High Chairs Primer Searching for the High Chair that Meets Your Needs

Jennie — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 05:42:34 +0000

High chairs are not what they were thirty years ago. Today, there are so many new features with the high chair of today that parents could never imagine living without.

The high chair is considered an essential peace of baby gear. Most models of high chairs like the Fisher Price high chairs allow older children to switch over to the kitchen table effortlessly. This is accomplished by allowing the chair to get as close under the table as possible. They can then with the proper height adjustment be literally seated at the kitchen table.

Speaking of height adjustments all high chairs have multiple height adjustments to accommodate your child as they grow taller. Many even have adjustable foot rests so your child is sitting properly aligned.

Safety has always been a worry with high chairs. Almost all come with a five point safety belt comparable to that of a car seat. They are very stable and have locking wheels. Most also include a T bar to prevent a child from sliding out.

Some high chairs have toys or activities that attach to the tray. This allows baby to be distracted while caregivers can prepare meals or cleanup after meals. The tray on almost all high chairs is safe to put in the dishwasher, and some come with an extra tray. The chair itself can be easily wiped clean depending on the material of the chair.

High chairs are built in a diverse selection of materials, including plastic, steel and wood. Some high chairs are multi purpose like the Combi high chair which can even convert to a desk and chair.

If you are looking to buy a high chair that has a smaller footprint because of your living space, many high chairs fold conveniently for storage. Some even fold almost completely flat, allowing you to store the chair practically anywhere.

If you are looking to buy a preowned high chair, then consider one where parts are readily accessible in case you need to make a minor repair. For example you can purchase Peg Perego parts for their line of high chairs. This could include trays, seating pads and wheels.

What to Watch for in Buying a Baby High Chair

Jennie — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:49:17 +0000

As a new or knowledgeable parent there are lots of choices when looking to buy baby high chairs. Depending on your price point, high chairs can be purchased for under $100 to over $300.

Let’s look at some of the things to look at when buying a high chair.

Safety

Most high chairs come with a very safe and secure five point safety harness; however some high chairs still have a three point harness. The other thing to look for is a T bar to stop baby from slipping out of the chair when the tray is not attached. Also make sure that the high chair has the (JPMA) Juvenile Products Manufacturing Association logo ensuring that it has been tested and meets the required safety standards.

Stability

It is important to look for a high chair that is very stable and can not be tipped over. Look for a high chair that has wheels that lock as toddlers will try to climb the high chair to get in and out.

Recline and Height Adjustments

Various high chairs can be used from around six months of age until after 36 months. During that time it is vital to find a high chair that will allow you to have multiple adjustments for height as your child grows older and taller. Multiple height adjustments can be found on the best selling Fisher Price Healthy Care high chair and other quality high chairs. Recline options are also vital as many parents will use the flattest recline to feed baby a bottle when in the high chair. Again look for a high chair that best suits your needs.

Materials

Many high chairs are made of plastic and metal exclusively. However some are made of wood like the stokke high chair which ensures that your child maintains the correct posture position while in this transitional chair. The trip trapp is a beautifully designed high chair, and although unconventional is a favorite of parents because of its simplicity and design.

There are many brands of high chairs to chose from. Depending on your and your child’s needs look first to safety and then choose based on what functionality you need.