Baby Bouncers Buying Guide

BOUNCER SEATS

Basics
Types
Features
Age Range
Safety Tips
Cost Range
Buying Tips

Basics
Most new parents agree that a Bouncer Seat is a helpful accessory to have during the first few months of life. Bouncer Seats allow your baby to gently rock as he watches the world around him in a semi upright position. Most bouncers are lightweight and portable, making them a convenient entertainer for your new baby at home or away from home.

Types
Battery Operated: Battery Operated Bouncers have a built-in motion mechanism that creates a soothing rocking motion for your baby, much like a car ride. Some models feature controls to adjust the speeds.

Frame: Frame Bouncer Seats have flexible frames that use the weight and movements of your baby to create a rocking motion. These types of bouncers are available in a wide variety of patterns with or without a canopy.

Features
Accessory Toy Bar: As your baby gets older, the toy bar will keep him entertained and happily occupied. Many accessory bars feature interchangeable toys, which allow you to remove and add toys to keep your baby interested.

Canopy: A fabric-covered canopy is essential if you plan to use your bouncer outside. While not a necessity, it will provide the shade your baby's tender skin needs from the sun and wind.

Restraint: Most Bouncer Seats include a soft padded three-point harness system to keep him safe and secure.

Speeds: Battery Operated Bouncers feature one or more speeds to soothe a colicky baby and can be adjusted using a control button located in the front or on the side.

Age Range
Bouncer Seats can be used for a newborn to about 9 months of age and most support up to 25 pounds. The Bouncer Seat should have sufficient head support for your infant until he has complete control of his head and neck.

Safety Tips

Your bouncer should have a wide base for support and to prevent tipping.
Never place the bouncer on a wet or slippery surface.
Always keep an eye on your baby while he is in the bouncer.
Make sure your bouncer includes a safety restraint and use it whenever your child is in the bouncer.
Do not carry your child while he or she is in the bouncer seat.

Cost Range
Basic Bouncer Seats range in price from $25 and $50 depending on the features it includes such as a canopy, multiple speeds and an accessory toy bar. While Battery Operated Bouncer Seats are a bit more expensive, the vibrations will soothe even the most colicky babies.

Buying tips

When buying a bouncer, look for one that has thick padding as it will provide optimum safety and comfort for your baby.
Your bouncer should be portable enough for you to move from room to room or to take when you visit relatives.
An adjustable canopy is important if you plan to take the bouncer seat outdoors.

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