Baby Seats & Bouncers: Product Guide & Review of Styles, Features, & Safety
From infancy to about 6 months, infant seats and bouncers provide a safe place for baby to rest, explore, and hang out – while giving mom and dad some time to be hands-free!
STYLES
FEATURES
SAFETY
CRADLE FAVORITES
PLACES TO BUY
STYLES
| | | Seats • Stationary
Bouncers and Rockers • Movement (either battery operated or though baby’s movements) |
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FEATURES
| | | Construction
Materials could include metal wire, tubular metal, heavy-gauge plastic, and bent wood.
Foldable
For storage or travel.
Reclining
Gives baby the option of a few different positions.
Upright Positioning
Ideal for when baby can support his/her head unaided.
Motion
Either battery operated or from baby’s movements.
Vibrating
Gentle vibrations can relax your baby, while a higher intensity vibration can energize your little one.
Stationary
These seats will stay still; no bouncing, no vibrating.
Removable Interactive Toy Bar or Overhead Mobile
Sometimes babies want (or need) a little stimulation (or distraction). Can also encourage interaction for development.
Music and/or Sounds
Soft lullabies can help put your baby to sleep, while more upbeat music can encourage play.
Removable Tray Table
Turns your seat into a mini highchair.
Removable Seat Cover
For easy cleaning.
Converts from Rocker to Stationary Chair
Two chairs in one! |
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SAFETY
| | | Look for the JPMA Certification Seal. Products with JPMA certification are notated below. Currently JPMA certification is voluntary, although certain safety standards will be mandatory within the next 2 years. If you have any questions about a product's safety, do not hesitate to contact the manufacturer directly.Always use safety/restraining straps to secure baby. Follow the minimum and maximum height and weight requirements and restrictions. Bottom of seats or bouncers should have a wide solid base and nonskid surfaces to prevent slipping. Make sure the overhead toy bar attaches securely and won’t fall down when tugged or pulled on. Extra safety tips to consider.Never leave a baby unattended. Never place seat or bouncer on elevated surfaces such as a counter or table. Never place seat or bouncer on a bed, sofa, or other soft surface (baby can roll over and suffocate). For more safety tips, visit the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA). |
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CRADLE FAVORITES
| | | Seats
| |  | Zen Collection Infant Seat
Reclining • Music and sounds •
Vibrating • Foldable • Mobile |
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| |  | Baby Seat
Reclining • Stationary • Foldable |
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| | | | | | | | | |  | bébéPOD
Stationary • Upright
positioning • Removable tray
(sold separately) •
For babies 3-14 months |
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| |  | Stationary • Upright
positioning • Removable tray
(sold separately) • For babies able
to hold their head up unaided |
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Bouncers
| | | Reclining • Natural bounce from
baby’s movements • Foldable |
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| |  | Reclining • Foldable • Natural
bounce from baby’s movements |
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| | | | | | | | | |  | Sitter 1-2-3
Reclining • Natural bounce
from baby’s movements •
Foldable • Removable toys |
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| |  | Coco Stylewood Baby Lounger
Reclining • Natural bounce
from baby’s movements |
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| | | | | | | | | |  | Cradle In Comfort Bouncer
Reclining • Vibrating • Sounds
and music • Mobile • Natural
bounce from baby’s movements |
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Rockers
| |  | Mhome Loft Modern Baby Rocking Chair
Reclining • Rocking motion •
Foldable • Converts from rocker to stationary chair |
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| |  | Reclining • Vibrating •
Foldable • Removable mobile •
Converts from rocker to
stationary chair |
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| | | | | | | | | | | Infant-to-Toddler Rocker
Reclining • Vibrating • Sounds
and music • Detachable mobile •
Rocking motion from baby's
movements • Converts from
infant seat to toddler
rocking chair • Converts from
rocker to stationary chair |
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PLACES TO BUY
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