Manufacturers offer different products for children, which are considered great helpers and make life easier for mom. But these things are expensive, so before buying, you need to familiarize yourself with the advantages and disadvantages. To help mom, there may be a rocking chair for newborns. The selection rules and types of devices are described in the article.
What it is?
Rocking chair for newborns is a multifunctional mobile item of children's furniture. It is intended for a short stay baby. The basis of the product is considered a high-quality metal frame with a wide support, which is covered with a soft coating.
There are belts in the kit, but there may be other protection. Additional equipment are arcs or mobiles with toys, music blocks, vibration devices. All this makes the furniture not only safe, but also interesting for the child.
Functions
A rocking chair for newborns allows you to solve several problems: in it, the child is rocked, fed, left during wakefulness. Due to the variety of devices and adjustments, it will be possible to choose the right option for babies and older children. And such additions as hanging toys, musical accompaniment, lighting effects, serve for the development of the child.
Do you need such furniture?
Is a deck chair needed for newborns and will it be harmful to it? Young mothers have many household chores: cooking, cleaning, decanting, washing. She can perform urgent tasks thanks to such furniture, and at the same time she does not need to leave the child unattended. The device is easy to transfer from one room to another. It can be disassembled and folded for travel.
Benefits
Rocking chair for newborns has the following advantages:
- Soothing. Only motion sickness can pacify some children, especially if there is pain in the abdomen. To free her mother’s hands, such furniture with vibrating vibrations is used.
- Development. From early childhood, children watch beautiful toys.
- Feeding. Adjustable devices are tilted so that it is convenient to feed the baby from the bottle. If the kit contains a table to which the tray is attached, then the child can sit and eat from the plate.
Opponents of this novelty believe that such furniture will prevent the child from moving actively and loads the spine. There is also an opinion that motion sickness is harmful, since the baby gets used to fall asleep only in such conditions.
Pediatricians believe that a slight wiggle, if at the same time light music sounds, has a calming effect on the child’s nervous system. If you choose the right chaise longue for the newborn, then it will not be harmful to the spine, if you use it no more than 2 hours.
disadvantages
The main disadvantage is the habit of parents to trust the baby's leisure with an electronic device. Do not use motion equipment for more than 2 hours a day and more than 30 minutes in a row. If the product is not selected correctly and in the absence of an anatomical effect, deformation of the spine or cervical vertebrae may appear.
Due to fragile or weak seat belts, the loose parts lead to a breakdown of the seat, so the child can simply fall over. This contributes to the failure to comply with the rules of assembly and operation. The manufacturer's use of inappropriate materials for a bed, the presence of harmful components for painting the case can lead to allergies.
The noise from a working device often annoys children and adults. Some babies cannot tolerate unfamiliar sounds and movements.
Operation is complicated:
- very intense vibration amplitude;
- sudden movements of the device;
- lack of blocking;
- lack of removable covers;
- lack of a protective hood.
Therefore, it is important to purchase a quality product, as well as check for serviceability and durability. This will allow you to purchase a reliable rocking chair for a comfortable rest of the child.
Kinds
According to the control method and designs, such products can be of several types. The most popular include:
- Mechanical rocking chairs for motion sickness of newborns. Swinging occurs manually due to arched runners that are blocked.
- Electric baby rocking chairs for newborns. They can be used from birth to 1 year. The products are lightweight, removable from the stand and convenient for transportation. Some devices are able to transform into chairs and be used up to 3 years. They have the function of motion sickness, vibration at different speeds, control panel, timer, music unit. Work is carried out on batteries or mains.
- With electric drive. Apply up to 1.5-2 years. Products are compact, light in weight and easy to carry. When the baby moves, the deck chair sways, and when the power is turned on, vibration occurs. There is music, you can connect an MP3 player. The furniture is equipped with an arc for toys. The seat can be adjusted and removed, there is a headrest and a pillow for the legs.
- Electronic rocking chairs for newborns. They have built-in vibration modes that allow you to change the frequency and direction, simulate manual motion sickness. The duration of the operation is determined by the timer. It is possible to turn on music or a lullaby when screaming the baby. Toys are created for the development of the child. Power comes from batteries and mains.
Many people prefer to choose automatic rocking chairs for newborns. Such devices are convenient and comfortable for the child.
The choice
It is advisable to try to put the child in the attractive model before buying. This will help to check whether such a chair is suitable, and whether insurance facilities are reliable. If this is not possible, then you need to carefully approach the purchase and get acquainted with the technical characteristics of the products.
According to reviews, a rocking chair for newborns should be comfortable for mom and baby. Therefore, when choosing you need to consider the following criteria:
- Security. It is evaluated by the stability of the device, the reliability of the fasteners, latches and the presence of insurance belts. Of great importance is the absence of sharp edges, small and poorly fixed elements. All parts must be made from environmentally friendly materials. Parents who value natural materials and naturalness can look for ChiccoJolie furniture with an anatomical seat. This is the best rocking chair for newborns. The chair upholstery is created from 2 types of fabric: knitted knitwear made of natural thread and soft breathable material. The cost is 5400 rubles.
- Height and weight of the child. Manufacturers recorded in the manual the weight category of babies. The upper limit is 9-18 kg.
- The form. In order for the child to comfortably fit, an anatomical product is needed, which creates support for the correct position of the spine. The improved models have special support for the pelvis and head.
- Belts for insurance. Their main qualities are softness and adjustment function. Devices should protect the child from falling, and also not cause him inconvenience, not restrict movement. There are models with three-point belts ("Mocha Butterfly"), but usually they are equipped with a protective bar. Five-point belts are used in simple products without additional protection (BrightStarts 60127).
- Functionality. The list of functions is determined by the model, and the cost depends on this. A mechanical device on the runners BrightStarts 7186 costs 3000 rubles. And the electric BrightStarts 60127 for 3,500 rubles has a “back-and-forth” swing function or is fixed in place. On some devices, you can program the duration of the motion sickness in various modes, remember your favorite melody or adjust the volume. The Graco product has 6 vibration speeds, a timer, classical music and nature noises. There is an adapter that allows the chair to work from the network. The cost of such a device may be in the range of 7500-9000 rubles.
- Seat adjustment. Thanks to this function, it will be possible to extend the life of the product. In some versions there is a rising back and a function for changing the angle of its inclination. Then the child will be able to lie, be in a half-sitting position and sit. Seat products typically include game tables.
In the “3in1” model, when the base is found horizontally, you can lift the protective sides, turning the product into a mini-stroller. For example, the “Mother’s Love” rocking-chair is equipped not only with sides, but also with a visor, due to which the design can be used in the yard.
It is necessary to take into account the individual characteristics of the child, needs, mobility. If the baby is calm, then he can be in the chair for a long time. Restless children require a comfortable position and quick motion sickness.
Warranty
When purchasing goods, a warranty card must be issued. The warranty on it is usually 12 months. During this time, free troubleshooting and breakdowns are allowed if an assembly defect, the use of low-quality material, the breakdown of the electronic mechanism that appears due to a manufacturing defect are detected.
Using
There is a generally accepted instruction manual for a rocking chair for babies, which allows you to use the device safely:
- Before use, it is necessary to check the serviceability and integrity of the coating.
- A deck chair should not be placed on a table or other elevated place. The chair is designed for flat floors.
- Do not transfer the design when the child is there.
- Rocking chairs are not designed to transport children in a car. There are special car seats for this.
- A baby who has not yet gained muscle can be kept in a half-sitting position for no more than 2 hours a day, otherwise there will be an overload of the spinal and cervical spine.
Conclusion
Rocking chairs for children will help parents, especially when you need to urgently do any household chores. It is only important that the product is comfortable for the child and is appropriate for his age. And do not use it for a long time.