A baby feeding table is one of the most important things for children, because it is an indicator that the baby is entering a new stage of growing up, complementary foods are introduced in addition to breastfeeding. Now you can feed not in your mother's arms, but on a special chair at the table. The only problem is how to choose such a table, is it possible to do without buying a chair for it, how much additional accessories can cost.
Feeding the baby on a high chair with a table
Pros of using a feeding table
The most important thing in a baby feeding table is that it ensures the safety and comfort of the baby. Additional advantages are:
- The baby will not be able to stand up or fall on her own while sitting at the table. This has an important role, since by the age of six months, babies become very active and curious.
Important! Sitting at his "personal" table, the child will understand that to eat is not to play. He will quickly get used to the ritual of eating.
- It is easy to wash it, in the early years it is important, because the crumb will scatter food, hold the cutlery awkwardly.
- The room will be clean, as all traces of vegetables, fruits or cereals will remain on the table.
Note! Many parents brought up in the old traditional Soviet system think that wooden tables will be better and safer than plastic ones. In fact, everything is somewhat different. Wooden models are much heavier, their coating is not the safest for the baby.
Varieties
Today you can buy anything you want for your child. The range of products is so great that it is difficult to choose the right, really worthwhile and necessary one.
Important! In six months, you cannot stay in a chair for more than 10 minutes. When the spine of the crumbs gets stronger, in the period of 7-8 months, the duration of being on it increases significantly.
Classic high chair
A classic highchair for newborns is purchased for a baby from six months to three years. This construction is very bulky, but strong. Usually has no additional features.
High-legged chair
Folding tables
Chair with folding table
This chair has a folding table, the seat height can be adjusted. If it gets in the way, you can fold it and put it away.
Hanging chairs
The suspended highchair for newborns can be taken for babies from 9 months. Such a device is attached to the dining table, the type and material of the tabletop must be taken into account before purchasing.
Hanging chair
Additional Information. This design is very unstable and dangerous as it is attached to the table top. The risk of falling is high enough. You cannot leave a baby alone in such a device.
Transformers
There is a plus in the transforming highchair for feeding the baby - as it grows up, it transforms into a table and a highchair. It is allowed to use a child up to 5 years old.
Happy Baby Oliver Yellow Convertible Chair
Camping chairs
The camping chair for newborns is a great travel solution. It does not take up much space and can be quickly expanded.
Camping highchair
Materials
Baby chairs are made of different materials:
- Modern - made of plastic. Since this material is durable and lightweight, it allows you to quickly clean it from dirt, then mothers appreciate it.
- Classic - usually made of wood. This design will last for many years, but it will be very bulky.
There is also a "combined" material where the legs are made of wood and the table is made of plastic.
Important! If the coating is varnish, then it must be water-based.
Accessories
Parents can purchase in addition to the device:
- arc-shaped canopy toys;
Highchair Peg-Perego Kit Tatamia Verde and arc with toys
- a special basket for napkins, which is located at the very bottom;
- straps for fixing - they are often included in the kit itself;
- removable padded chair pad for a comfortable stay on it;
Important! Pediatricians recommend choosing such models where such pads will not be needed. The simpler the feeding place, the quicker the baby will learn table etiquette.
- an additional attachment on the table if it is too bulky.
Criterias of choice
There are some points to consider when buying a feeding table:
- Safety of use. The structure must comply with the standards for safe stay on it.
Note! Doctor Komarovsky, a Russian pediatrician, recommends paying attention in this matter to the quality of the material from which the device is made, its stability, whether there are brakes in models with wheels, safety straps, a footrest for the child's legs, which will help to form the correct posture and fix it position, whether the fasteners and parts on the product are correct.
- Convenience. If this is a high chair, then it must have seat belts and a footrest so that the baby does not get tired of sitting in it.
- Functionality. It should be noted right away whether it is possible to adjust the height of the seat and footrest, tilt the back. All these questions can be discussed and viewed in the instructions for the device.
- The quality of the materials. If this is a structure made of wood, then it is worth choosing a model made of hard wood: walnut, maple. Be sure to check the surface for roughness.
- Price. Today you can buy quite inexpensive [1] but high quality feeding tables. The main thing is to familiarize yourself with all the characteristics.
Characteristics of budget models
Most modern models are made taking into account the anatomical features of the baby. Even the cheapest models take this rule into account.
The design from the Ikea manufacturer has proven itself well - it is a simple plastic chair, high, without unnecessary additional accessories. According to pediatricians, this is the most appropriate model for teaching complementary foods.
Production "IKEA"
List of the best budget models:
- Bertoni Candy. Stable transformer, upholstery material can be easily cleaned.
- Wilt Alex. Has a reliable wooden frame.
- Selby BH-410. Can be taken on the road, adjustable height.
- "SENS-M BABYS". Environmentally friendly material of manufacture, five-point mount.
- Happy Baby William. The seat belts are very reliable, there is a basket for toys and napkins.
Characteristics of the best models
List of the best models:
- Classic high:
- Chicco Polly Magic 3-in-1. There are 6 sitting positions at height.
- Feeding chair for newborns 0+ "FORKIDDY". The back is adjustable.
Children's chair 0+ "FORKIDDY"
- Inglesina Zuma. The table is removable.
- Suspended:
- Chicco Hook on Chair 360. Compact, the place is deep enough, the child will not fall.
- Inglesina Fast. Can even be mounted on very thick worktops.
- Transformers:
- "Jetem Magic". Sturdy, functional and practical, with a removable seat cover.
- Peg Perego Tatamia. Five-point safety belt, stylish design, there are wheels to move around the apartment.
Before choosing a children's table, it is worth considering questions about the model and material. You can choose a suitable model by ordering on the Internet, or go shopping in specialized stores.
[1] The price in Moscow starts from 1950 rubles.
