How to choose a high chair for feeding a child? How to choose a high chair for feeding a baby Which high chair to choose

07.04.2022

There are different types of high chairs: sophisticated and simple, budget and expensive, compact folding and classic, with and without footrests, chaise lounge chairs and chairs without backrest adjustment. Some people need this piece of furniture from the very birth of the baby, while others think about buying it only after introducing complementary foods, but, in any case, this thing is very necessary and irreplaceable. How to choose a really comfortable and reliable high chair for feeding your baby and not overpay for the brand?

What should a high chair “be able to do”?

Gone are the days when mothers had to hold their babies on their laps and at the same time wield a spoon with vegetable puree or fresh porridge. Today, the child can be seated in his own comfortable chair, fastened with seat belts, and then begin the meal with peace of mind. High chairs are also convenient because while you are going about your business in the kitchen, the child is safe and in front of your eyes. What should a modern high chair “be able to do”?

1. Adjustable backrest. It's terribly uncomfortable when the chair has only one back position. This is the problem with many chairs, including the famous inexpensive but cute chair from IKEA. It would be better if the backrest is adjustable. This way you will have the opportunity to choose the most comfortable position for your baby. For babies up to 6 months, chairs with a horizontal back position are also quite good. Also, some children like to take a nap after eating, and the ability to lower the backrest to a lying or reclining position will come in handy. The more positions the backrest has, the better.

2. Adjusting the height of the chair. If you plan to use the chair not only with its “native” table included, but also as a slide-in to an “adult” table, you should pay attention to chairs with the ability to change the height of the chair. True, for some this parameter may not play a significant role.

3. Adjusting the position of the table. A very important selection criterion, because depending on the age and size of the child, the table must be moved closer or further from the seat. So Small child he won’t “dangle” on the chair and won’t have to reach for the table, and an older baby won’t feel cramped. Some chairs are equipped with not one tabletop, but two, which is also quite convenient.

4. Case material. Modern high chairs are equipped with seats made of various materials. It can be oilcloth (PVC), leatherette or fabric. Oilcloth is practical, as it is easy to remove dirt from it, but in hot weather the child may feel hot in such seats. Leatherette and fabric are more comfortable for the baby, but also cost more. Oilcloth is easier to tear, and many chairs with such a seat are not very durable, although the price of such models is not too high.

5. Removable cover. If you buy a high chair with a fabric cover, it is recommended to make sure that it is easily removable and can be washed in a machine. It is better to give preference to colors that are not too easily soiled.

6. Foldable. It’s good for owners of spacious kitchens - they don’t need to worry about such a small thing as a high chair, but if the kitchen area is small, then it is recommended to choose a model with the ability to fold compactly. The folding mechanism should also be simple and reliable.

7. Seat belts and leg divider. To prevent your baby from falling out of his new high chair, you should take care of his safety. As a rule, there are no problems with this and almost all modern high chairs are equipped with seat belts. Always secure your baby in a high chair. The stopper between the legs is also very important; it will not allow the child to slide down if something happens.

8. Step. The baby's legs should not droop or bend too much at the knees. Such positions are uncomfortable for the baby. They interfere with proper blood circulation and spoil posture. A high chair with a footrest could be the solution. This option should be taken into account Special attention, since many chairs simply do not have a footrest. It's also nice when the footrest can be adjusted.

9. Wheels and stopper. If you plan to move the high chair around the kitchen or throughout the house, having wheels and a stopper will come in handy. Pay attention to the stability of the structure. Some even very expensive chairs are terribly wobbly, which is not very safe. The wheels of the high chair can be rubber or plastic, rubber is preferable. They can also be rotary or not, this also affects ease of use.

The baby has grown up and sits confidently. A new stage of development begins, in which a high chair will become an indispensable assistant. In every sense, he will raise the child to greater heights. high level. Being at the same table with his parents, the baby learns order, he begins to develop etiquette skills, and food eaten in a calm environment contributes to the development of the body.

Safety and comfort are one of the main criteria when choosing a baby high chair. The specialists of the Daughters-Sons online store will introduce you to all the secrets of modern children's furniture and help you choose the best option.

Why buy a highchair?

Young fathers and mothers do not always realize the need for this item. Often the decision to purchase comes later than necessary. You can teach your baby to eat in an orderly manner from six months, when he is already sitting confidently. Feeding in specialized furniture promotes psychological adaptation child in a small family society.

In addition, a high chair in which the baby enjoys spending time will simply be a savior for exhausted parents. This is a safe and reliable place where a little fidget can not only eat in peace, but also play with plasticine, cubes, look at a picture book, in a word, take a break from active games.

The design of each model consists of a comfortable seat with a soft surface, a durable frame, a lock, a removable table and a footrest. Children's chairs are made from environmentally friendly materials - wood and impact-resistant plastic. Modern models are functional and comfortable. You can change the angle of the backrest in them so that children can not only eat, but also relax.

The table serves as a stand for dishes and space for board games. Countertops can be various types: with recesses for plates and cups, with or without sides, with double trays. Almost all models have removable countertops. This is very convenient when the child grows up; parents adjust the height and place the chair next to a large table.

Model types

Manufacturers offer several types of high chairs for feeding babies: transformers, high chairs (can be folded), hanging chairs and boosters.

Classics of the genre are high models. Previously, they were made only from wood, but now plastic and metal products have been added to wood.

There are chairs with or without wheels. Almost all models have seat height adjustment, some up to nine positions. Equipped with a removable table. One of their main advantages is the ability to fold to compact sizes. The Daughters-Sons online store offers Italian models Peg-Perego, which easily turn into a swing, British super comfortable Happy Baby William, Spanish stylish high chairs Mima Moon, which can be used for older children (up to 12 years old) and others.

The advantage of the transformer is long-term use. When unfolded (table + seating), it can be used for five- and six-year-old children. Preschoolers can draw on it and make their first attempts at writing. In the Daughters-Sons online store you can choose a plastic transformer Happy Baby Oliver, which turns into a school desk, or a wooden model “Elephant”, with which you can even do your homework.

Hanging chairs and boosters are compact mobile models. They are easy to carry, but have some installation features. Boosters are attached to a chair with a hard seat using special belts. Wall-mounted models - to durable and stable tables with the help of reliable fastenings. The folding booster chair Concord Lima Honey (Germany), which can be found in the Daughters-Sons online store, is perfect for traveling.

Which high chair to choose - ease of use

When choosing a high chair, the main criterion remains convenience and method of use. If you plan to use the model for transportation in the trunk of a car, then you should choose a high chair that folds compactly, a hinged chair, or a booster chair. Note that the latter do not have the ability to be installed independently on the floor, although support bases are provided for some of them. For transformers that fold out, more space will be needed.

Children's furniture should fit organically into the space of the apartment and be installed in a convenient place. Consider whether the chair will stand in one place or whether it needs to be moved from the room to the kitchen. If you need a mobile option, experts recommend purchasing a model on wheels, such as Siesta Berry (Peg-Perego brand).

Another important point for parents is product care. All plastic high chairs can be placed in the bathroom and washed using a flexible shower and detergent for dishes. It is permissible to use disinfectants. Wooden models are simply wiped clean wet wipes, polish if necessary. Covers and pillows are machine washable. Furniture made of impact-resistant plastic is lightweight.

When feeding a baby, the countertops get very dirty. The baby may knock over a plate or cup, so it is better to choose a high chair with recesses for dishes. In any case, in almost all models the countertops are removable and washable. The removable plastic worktops are dishwasher safe.

Let's give an example...

When our baby started sitting, we bought a German high chair, Hauck Sit’n Relax. This model looks great, is stable, has a large basket for toys, but most importantly, it easily turns into a rocking chair. If the child was tired, the high chair became a cradle chair in which he could lie down and rock. After a year, my daughter no longer lay down much, but was constantly doing something while sitting in a high chair. A tabletop with sides helped us a lot back then. Plasticine, cookies, small toys did not fly to the floor, but remained always at hand. I liked the fact that the chair had 7 positions for adjusting the seat height. We never forgot to fasten the baby with a five-point seat belt, so in 2 years of using the highchair we did not have any falls.

Safety

All types of chairs have their own design features, but all models must fully comply with safety requirements. In order not to endanger the child, manufacturers have provided maximum means to protect children.

Models of each type are equipped with three- or five-point seat belts; if the chair has wheels, it must have a brake. Five-point harnesses secure better than three-point harnesses. When purchasing, be sure to check the brake operation and stability of wheelless models. Under no circumstances should they wobble. Additional stability is provided by the wide placement of the legs.

The safest chairs are those without wheels, with rubberized parts that prevent slipping, and with metal spacers.

Children are in constant motion, so you need to carefully check the fastening of the high chair and the absence of sharp corners on the tabletop, armrests and footrest. An important detail is the removable leg divider. It is necessary to prevent the baby from slipping down. A more advanced option is when the separator is installed not on the tabletop, but on the seat (for example, in the Chinese Shenma model).

According to safety regulations, hanging chairs have weight restrictions. The clamps and fastenings of such models can support a child whose weight does not exceed 15 kg. Manufacturers report this in the instructions. Before purchasing a mounted model, you must check that the weight does not exceed the figure recommended in the instructions!

High chairs, wall chairs and booster chairs are made of plastic. For the production of transformable chairs, wood is most often used, which has always inspired more confidence as natural material. Plastics for children's furniture undergo special certification, so they cannot even be suspected of toxicity.

Need to know!

Never leave your baby alone in a high chair unattended, even for a few minutes. Be sure to fasten the seat belts after placing your child in the seat. These are the most important safety requirements when using highchairs.

Child's comfort

High chair with adjustable seat height will allow the child to sit at the table with adults. This is important for children who more than a year. At this age, children try to repeat the actions of their parents, so being close to mom and dad at the table will increase psychological comfort child.

A good view and a comfortable, stable chair create all the prerequisites for successful meals and interesting games. After purchasing a high chair, you will immediately notice how easy it is to feed your baby. It does not overturn dishes or stain clothes. Comfort and closeness to parents makes the child calm.

Manufacturers have provided a seat design that ensures proper development of the spine. The shape and size of the chair are designed taking into account the anatomical features of the child. The presence of a footrest helps improve posture.

Specialists of the Daughters-Sons online store recommend using the list of parameters below when choosing a high chair for feeding your child.

Selection algorithm

Child's age. Pediatricians recommend using high chairs after 6 months, when the baby is already sitting confidently. To make the model last longer, you can choose transformers or products made of polycarbonate and metal, on which children up to 12 years old sit.
Baby's weight. Most plastic high chairs are designed for children with a maximum weight of 15-18 kg. Transformers made of wood when unfolded can serve children weighing 30-35 kg. Polycarbonate structures can withstand a weight of 45 kg.
Installation location. If the chair will stand in one place in the kitchen, then choose a stable model without wheels. If you plan to move the product into a room or onto a balcony, then wheels will be a good solution.
Model dimensions. It is necessary to choose a chair so that it fits comfortably in the room and is accessible at all times. If you don't have enough space for sitting on supports, consider a wall-mounted product. To do this, you need to have a table with a durable tabletop in your home. A breastplate, which is mounted on a large chair with a hard, flat seat, may also be suitable.
High chair safety level. The materials from which the body, table, armrests and covers are made must be safe. In addition, manufacturers must ensure that the model is safe to use. The chairs should not have chips, sharp corners, or loose bolts. Seat belts and a leg divider are required. The wheels must have brakes.
Functionality. Almost all chairs have height adjustment. If the child grows, the seat can be lowered lower. Several positions for fixing the tabletop allow you to place it at different distances from the child.
Another important criterion is the image of the store. We value our reputation, so we independently select products. Children's high chairs from the Daughters and Sons store fully comply with the requirements established in the industry. These are reliable and safe models that will ensure comfort for your baby.

Design

Today, the design of children's furniture has reached the highest level of creativity. The use of modern materials allows you to create real masterpieces. An ordinary seating area can be transformed into a small throne, pilot's seat or swing.

The removable fabric cover has a rich, non-staining color. Can be picked up color scheme for boys and girls. Designers offer fabric, oilcloth covers, as well as leatherette models. Fabric covers need to be washed, so they are not so readily purchased. Parents prefer materials that do not need to be washed often, but simply wipe with a damp cloth.

When choosing a product, you should know that the color of the high chair should not be very bright so that the child’s eyes do not experience unnecessary strain. Green, gray, pale pink, blue and light brown shades are perfect.

Equipment

The standard equipment of a children's high chair includes a seat, seat belts, a fabric cover, a table top, a footrest and a net.

It is best to choose a model with an anatomical frame and reliable armrests. The removable cover allows you to keep the high chair clean. Thanks to the correctly selected material, the baby does not slide out of the seat. For small children, there are covers with headrests.

Properly fastened seat belts hold children in place and prevent them from falling. Seat belts should be adjustable in length (as the child grows) and have a comfortable fastener.

The tabletop can be removable or non-removable. The footrest serves as a support for the feet. When the legs hang, the child gets tired quickly. A net or basket for toys is a nice addition to the high chair.

Children's high chairs are produced in various countries. Functionally, the models are very similar, but each brand has its own twist. Russian products under the Papa Carlo and Premier brands are reliable transformers made of wood. Such models will serve a child up to 5-6 years old. The peculiarity of the Italian Peg-Perego is that they can easily be converted into rocking cradles. The specialty of the Chicco New Polly brand is its bright design and high level of safety. Babies breasters (China) can be installed as independent models or secured on a large chair using straps. According to many users, British ones are considered the most comfortable

Customer survey

Question: What qualities do you think high chairs should have?

Answer 1. The chair should be comfortable and safe. So that children can not only eat at the tray table, but also play. The chair should have removable upholstery that can be easily removed and washed, and the body itself can simply be wiped with a damp cloth. For our baby we chose a compact model Happy Baby William.

Elena, 26 years old, Moscow

Answer 2. First of all, the high chair should provide the baby with comfort and be safe to use. The model must be equipped with seat belts and a leg divider. We are looking for a product that folds and unfolds easily, does not take up much space, and fits in the trunk of our car.

Vitaly, 32 years old, Podolsk

Expert opinion

“If you feed your baby in your arms or on chairs for adults, a lot of unpleasant moments can arise, among which an overturned cup will be the lesser evil. The child may choke, swallow food incorrectly, or choke. To prevent this from happening, parents are offered special high chairs for feeding.

All modern models They have a design that allows you to securely and safely secure the baby in a sitting position. The child does not slip, does not fall, does not turn anything over, but eats calmly. All meals pass without tears and stress. We offer you highchairs from the best European manufacturers. We can provide the necessary quality and sanitary safety certificates for all products.”

Specialist of the online store “Daughters and Sons”
Goloveshkina Ekaterina.

conclusions

Based on the analysis of the models of children's high chairs for feeding, specialists of the Daughters-Sons online store suggest when choosing products to pay attention to the design features, safety and level of comfort of the child. Ideally, a highchair for children should be tip-resistant, have a comfortable seat, seat belts, a removable table top and fold compactly. High quality models do not have sharp corners or chips, the supporting elements of the high chair are covered with rubber pads to prevent slipping. The right approach For parents to purchase, it involves taking into account the child’s age, his weight, the location of the model’s installation and access to it.

A high chair is not on the list of products that parents buy before the birth of a child. You will need to think about it when the baby is already sitting, but this will not happen earlier than 4-6 months. Which chair to choose and what to look for when buying?

What types of highchairs are there?

The choice of children's high chairs, as well as other children's products, is now huge. From wooden structures similar to those we had in our childhood to aluminum structures reminiscent of a captain's chair spaceship. The most popular are two varieties - a folding book chair and a transforming chair.

The folding chair can rest on plastic or tubular metal legs. Its advantage is its compact storage: when folded, it can easily be placed against the wall and does not take up much space. There are two minuses. The first is relative instability, which is inevitable in any folding structure. The second disadvantage is that when unfolded, the chair can be quite large due to the impressive span of the legs (which, again, is necessary for stability).

Transformers are a field for experimentation, because, depending on the model and manufacturer, their possibilities are truly limitless. In some models, the base for the high chair is a table placed on its side. While the child is small, the structure is used as a high chair with a tabletop. When the baby grows up, the transformer is disassembled into “spare parts”, organizing a separate children’s place for feeding and playing from a separate table and chair.

Multifunctional centers are one of the types of transformers: a chair can turn from a high chair into a rocking chair or swing, or become a desk for studying.

A hanging, or travel, chair is an option also for traveling, since it does not have legs, but has a clamp that is attached to any horizontal surface such as a table or window sill. Seat belts and armrests are a must!

Proper organization of a place at the table contributes to the development of independence - it is much easier for a child to master the subtleties of etiquette if an example in the form of parents is before his eyes. Eye to eye contact is very important for proper mental and emotional development crumbs. And from the point of view of socialization, being “on equal terms” at a common table is useful for the baby. This way the baby participates in the life of the family and does not feel lonely and abandoned.

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