When Do You Need a High Chair? When Baby can sit up on his own and is eating solid food—usually around 6 months—it's time to add a high chair to your kitchen set-up.
- When should I buy a high chair?
- Is a high chair really necessary?
- What age do babies use high chairs until?
- What is the best high chair to buy?
- What should I look for when buying a high chair?
When should I buy a high chair?
Most recommend waiting until a baby is 6 months old before using a high chair. This is a good starting point, but you'll want to make sure your baby is ready.
Is a high chair really necessary?
High chairs are recommended by many parents (and their parents too) for the level of safety and convenience that they offer. This is because they have been designed specifically for feeding time, and therefore will keep your child in place whenever they eat.
What age do babies use high chairs until?
Although there's no specific age, your toddler will typically be ready to move away from the high chair anywhere between 18 months and 3 years of age. During this range, they're steady enough to keep themselves upright for longer periods of time, but may still be a bit wiggly.
What is the best high chair to buy?
- Best High Chair Overall. Graco Table2Table. ...
- Best Transitional High Chair. Peg Perego Siesta High Chair. ...
- Best Convertible High Chair. Oxo Tot Sprout. ...
- Best High Chair for Small Spaces. ...
- Best Full-Size High Chair for Small Spaces. ...
- Best Minimalist High Chair. ...
- Best Luxury High Chair. ...
- Best Foldable High Chair.
What should I look for when buying a high chair?
Safety features are a top consideration. Look for these main components: A crotch post; a safety-restraint system with a five-point harness; wheels that lock in place (or a chair that doesn't have wheels); and if it's a folding high chair, make sure it won't pinch your fingers when closing.