Compact highchair

A highchair is a necessary piece of furniture in the house with a small child. Such an acquisition is convenient, because the baby does not need to constantly hold on their hands. It is useful because from the very early age the child’s posture is formed, the baby gets used to eating on its own. It is safe - modern models are equipped with everything necessary to preserve the health of the baby.

The purchase of this product can be done when the child has learned to assume a sitting position. Usually this happens at 6 months, but all the children develop differently, this event may come a little later.

Approximately from six months food is fed into the children's menu, which is fed with a spoon (porridge, mashed potatoes). It is more convenient to do this when the baby is sitting in a special chair for feeding. First, the child is fed, then gradually he gets used to hold a spoon and eat independently.

Since the skill of self-eating is not yet formed, half of the contents of the spoon will fall on nearby things. therefore It is important that the baby has a separate feeding place.

This kind of furniture is useful and that ensures the safety of the crumbs. The child is securely fixed in one place, and the mother can at this time clean up in the kitchen or cook.

When the baby is growing up a little, the highchair can be moved to the dining table, so that the child feels like a part of the adult society.

There are models of transforming chairs with different functions of the tabletop. In addition to eating, a child can, for example, draw.

Models are divided into:

• Classic chair. A tall, rather bulky wood chair. It has no accessories, does not fold, is not adjustable. Used from 6 months to 3 years.
• Folding chair. The design is adjustable (you can choose the height), folds, so it is easy to store. Made of plastic and wood. Used from 6 months to 3 years.

• Suspended construction. It has no legs, is attached to a large table with the help of special devices. Used from 9 months to 3 years, but taking into account the mass of the child.
• Booster. This is a compact model. Attached to an ordinary adult chair. The seat is easy to store - does not take up much space. Used from 6 months to 3 years (up to 2 if body weight does not allow)
• Transformer. A highchair can be easily converted into a drawing place, school desk, game table, etc. It can be used from 6 months to 5 years.

When buying this piece of furniture you need to focus on several parameters:

• Security. The design should be reliable, fasteners should not protrude. Stability is extremely important; usually it is achieved by wide-spread legs, not sliding on the floor. It is necessary to have safety straps, footboards, so that the baby has a place to put his legs (to form a posture). It is advisable to clarify when buying what materials were used in the manufacture.
• Regulation of position. As babies grow quickly, it must be possible to adjust the position of the height, the backrest and the presence of a removable footboard.
• Seat height. Should change as your child's height changes.

• Backrest tilt Especially important for half year old children.When they are still not quite able to sit up straight, the position of "half lying" is chosen.
• Running board Need for the correct formation of posture. It is necessary that the baby rests his feet on something. But with age it will need to be removed.
• Sizes. Small kitchen requires compact furniture. It is desirable that the chair does not take up much space, quickly folded and easily transported. This is a universal option.
• Appearance. Convenience and safety are by far the most important criteria, but the design of the structure should please you. Choose colors that are not too bright, not annoying the eyes of the child.

It is very important to check the quality of materials if the model is plastic. The smell of the product should not be sharp. The opposite suggests that the materials contain toxic substances.

As for upholstery, many parents prefer soft filler, trimmed with eco-leather. This option is convenient to wash off dirt. If you choose a model with textiles, Try to pay attention to non-marking fabrics. It is advisable to take care in advance about the covers.

More often distinguish the following manufacturers:

• Bertoni CANDY. Compact folding model, convenient to use. Equipped with safety straps, wide table top, easy washable cover, footboard, stable base.
• Mima Moon. Practical adjustable version with an attractive original design. Stable, comfortable, easy to move, transformed. It can act as a cradle, highchair and preschool chair. Allowable weight - 45 kg.

• Peg-Perego Siesta. Attractive Italian model of plastic transformer with removable table top, which is equipped with a stand for mugs. It is easy to fold, has seat belts, covers made of artificial leather, an adjustable footrest, lockable wheels. Adjustable height and tilt back.
• Chicco Polly 2-in-1. Classic highchair that attracts a wide selection of colors. This is a compact version, especially when folded. The table top is removable, there are safety straps, but they are not very comfortable. You can adjust the height and inclination of the back, it is possible to arrange a child under the age of 6 months thanks to a double liner (for the seat and for the head).

• Babies H-1. Mini chair type booster. Well attached to any chair, has a table top with a cup holder, height adjustable, easy to carry. The maximum allowable weight of the child is 15 kg.
• Chicco Hook on Chair 360. The compact suspended stool, fastens to any table, except glass. Easy to wash. Baby can be rotated in a chair at the table 360 ​​degrees. There is a small table.

If you need a model for all occasions, choose a transformer to convert the highchair into a place for reading, drawing, games, etc. There are multitransformers that can be turned into lullabies and swings.

If you are constantly on the road and take the baby with you, boosters or mounted models will do. They are very compact and just move. The same applies to small kitchens.

In the next video you will find a presentation of the Peg-Perego Siesta highchair.