The objective of a highchair is to ensure your child’s feeding experience is safe and enjoyable. Infants around the age of 6 months, when they can sit up unassisted are ready for a highchair. Make sure you choose one that fits your child. Several popular highchair makers have different highchairs dependent on lifestyle, accessories, price, and look.
We will compare various styles of popular highchairs and their pros and cons so you can choose which fits your child best.still confused for more information click here.
Traditional Highchairs
A Traditional Highchair is also called a standard highchair. These ever popular models haven’t changed a lot over the generations. It tends to have one height position. They may offer a fold up version and/or detachable trays.
Pros
- Tend to be cheaper overall.
- Lightweight and foldable design causes it to lay flatter than others.
- Wider base to ensure your child’s safety.
Cons
- Plain, no extras, so you may have to buy them separately.
- Not as versatile as other highchairs.
- Non-adjustable seat height.
Versatile Multifunctional Highchairs
These upgraded versions of the standard highchair can adjust to your child’s comfort. It can go forward or back, up and down. The height adjusts to 5 or 6 positions depending on model to give your child the appropriate height to enjoy meal times.
Pros
- Versatile height adjustments allow you adjust the height depending on age of child. Higher for infants, lower for toddlers.
- Most are foldable allowing you to store them out of the way when not in use.
- Reasonably priced. Slightly more than their Standard counterpart.
Cons
- Tend to be oversized for small apartments.
- Some models can be heavy and awkward to move around and use.
3 –in -1 Highchairs
These versions of the highchair are also known as Convertible Highchairs. They are designed as a high chair for an infant that can sit up unsupported, converts to a toddler sized chair and finally to a child booster seat. The majority of these are wooden.
Pros
- May make your toddler feel more independent while sitting up at the table.
- Are popular for the aesthetics of the wood in traditional décor and matches other furniture.
- Larger models can be used for children up to the age of five.
Cons
- May not be foldable.
- Hard to assemble.
- May cost more than other types of highchairs.
Travel Highchairs
Also known as portable highchairs, these are a convenient option for a holiday get together and for restaurants that may or may not have highchairs available.
There are a few choices in the variety of these portable versions. They include the fabric table top version which attach to the table itself, foldable box shaped booster seats, and a harness style that attach securely to a chair.
Pros
- Lightweight and foldable.
- Some versions can even fit conveniently into a diaper bag.
- Some can be used at home as a useful option over the bulky traditional versions.
Cons
- No fancy attachments
- Some infants may not like the fabric seat options.
- Not a sturdy option compared to other types of highchairs.
These are the main types of highchair options today along with some of their pros and cons. By giving you options and alternatives to one of the most essential baby gear items, you, the consumer can find the right highchair for you and your child.