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Posted on October 21, 2009 by Sammy | Posted under Babies Toddler
Selecting A New Baby High Chair For Your Little One
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The basic parts of a baby high chair are comprised of either metal tubing or molded plastic frame, a seat that has a harness and a safety belt and a footrest. From there, the options go on and on! Luckily, you don't need to invest a lot of cash for a quality high chair. For the look of yesteryear, you might see some old timey baby high chairs made of wood. Those chairs have a removable tray for 'easy' access. These 'antique' high chairs did not offer much comfort, especially when compared to the cushioned chairs you'll see in current high chairs. Plus safety standards have come a long way and it's doubtful that these old fashioned high chairs would come up to modern certification standards. Fortunately these days high chairs are packed with convenience factors like trays and tray inserts you can safely load in the dishwasher and are highly adjustable to custom fit your baby. But you might also realize in the lower priced feeding chairs models that you might not be able to even fold them for out-of-the-way storage. Some baby chairs are purposely made to grow right along with your tot and can 'transform into a chair and table for continued use as the little tyke grows in size. When shopping for a new high chair, some of the minimum requirements are a durable, stable chair which will withstand typical abuse such as sticky spills, thrashing legs, being moved about, and the ever constant cleaning. At least for one year anyway. And you'll be surprised to find that the baby will not be using the chair for as long as you may initially intended. Toddlers are 'notorious' for wanting to sit in a 'big chair'! So although high chairs are designed to provide the requirements of an infant up through 3-year olds, toddlers most likely will demand their 'freedom' long before reaching the age of three. When 'test-driving' a new highchair, here are some things to keep in mind when making a decision on a specific model. For Starters, try to work the safety harness with just one hand. This is the position you're most apt to be in when you have got a babe-in-arms. If you can't fasten the harness with a single hand, you might not use it for each and every meal. For safety reasons, securing a child is mandatory so be sure the harness is simple to use. In order for a baby high chair to meet certification standards, a three-point harness is compulsory. You may see some highchairs with a 5-position harness. Obviously, these give greater security as they prevent your child from standing up while in the chair, but a three-point restraint is all that is needed. Another feature to check is the ease of use of the tray. 'You' ought to be able to fiddle with it - but not the baby. In fact, the child shouldn't even be able to see the latches. Out of sight is out of mind and it will take away all temptation to fuss with it. Next, examine the 'crotch post'. This device keeps the baby from sliding under the tray and right on out of the chair. Which you certainly do not want to happen! Throughout your test-drive, you will even want to determine how the height adjustment functions. Not every high chair will have height changes but it may be capable to adjust up to eight totally different settings. The great thing concerning being able to adjust the seat height is that it makes it more comfortable for you to put the baby in the chair based on your height. And, setting it at the correct height enables the little one to sit at the 'big people table' therefore everybody can enjoy a meal together. You'll want to check out the upholstery on the chair. Does it seem like it will last through tons of baby cruelty? The upholstery should not contain visible seams that can cause scratches on your baby but it ought to feel sturdy and fairly firm. It goes without saying that, the seat cover most likely will endure lots of spills therefore the material ought to be simple to wash with a dishtowel or disinfectant wipe. If the baby chair has wheels, you will want a style where the coasters can be locked. Most wheeled highchairs have a self-locking mechanism that is automatically set simply by the the child's weight when placed in the seat. Naturally you don't want any rough or sharp edges which will cause injury to your babe. This is doubly important on the bottom of the tray where little, kicking legs are located. Feel the entire surface of the bottom to make certain there's nothing sharp or rough that might inflict any potential injury to your precious babe. During your thorough examination, be watchful for little openings or gaps in the hinges where tiny fingers may find their way into. Are there any tiny components such as caps or plugs in the chair? If there are, they need to be snug-fitted so they will not come loose. We all realize that babies place everything in their mouths and any small, loose parts might be potentially dangerous. So be observant for any tiny piece that might pose a problem. Folding the chair is something you'll certainly want to do. You will be moving the chair out of the way each day therefore you'll want a high chair that's simple to do. You don't need a unyielding, stubborn chair that does not easily fold. About The Author: There are plenty of options available when you're shopping for baby high chairs. See the latest models like the Stokke high chair at http://BabyHighChairs.BuyingHelp.org |
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