Highchairs & Boosters

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• The Numerous Advantages That Come With Using High Chairs
  Why is it such an exciting step forward to go on to the next stage of baby care, which is the high chair? High chairs may not be as exciting as, say, a new stroller, but if you figure out when to start using one, they will become one of your most-used pieces of baby gear, making your life much easier during the first few years of your child's life.
  
  Once your child is old enough to sit in a high chair independently, they are welcome to join you at the table for family meals. This provides you with all of the benefits of family meals, even though you may not yet be eating the same thing. According to research, eating meals together as a family can help your child establish healthy habits and abilities that will serve them well throughout their lives. These include:
  
  They are more inclined to consume fruits and vegetables as well as experiment with (and be open to) new meals.
  
  By observing how the adults communicate with one another at the table, children pick up on appropriate forms of social engagement and develop their language more quickly.
  
  Long before they are ready to properly use a fork and spoon, kids are exposed to examples of good table manners, which encourages them to begin learning how to behave appropriately when eating at the table.
  
  And a high chair can be used for more than just eating: When your baby is seated in a high chair, it not only gives you a secure location to put them while you prepare meals, but it also provides your baby with a place to play while still allowing them to be a part of the activity. You will find that this is a very genuine benefit, particularly once your kid is mobile and begins getting into everything the moment you turn your back on them.
• High Chair Safety
  Always prioritise your child's safety when doing anything involving them. The usage of a high chair in a secure manner is, fortunately, not overly complicated so long as the following are kept in mind:
  
  Pick a reliable and durable high chair.
  
  Place your baby in the high chair on an even, sturdy surface and secure them with the included harness at all times.
  
  To prevent the high chair from collapsing, examine the leg-locking function to make sure the legs hold in place.
  
  Keep your child in the high chair at all times. Gather your baby's food, cutlery, bib, wipes, and any additional items you'll need for mealtime before you buckle them in so you have it all close at hand and don't have to leave your child unattended while you go get something.
  
  Position the chair close to the table so that your baby feels involved in the event, but keep it away from the table so that they can't grab knives, dishes, hot foods and drinks, or other potentially harmful items. Additionally, keep the chair away from any objects that your infant could kick off and knock the chair over, such as tables, walls, and other furniture.
• Can I still use a high chair if my kid isn't sitting up by themselves?
  Yes, provided that the highchair for your baby has adjustable height. In order for certain newborns to stay stable in their high chair properly, their pelvis may need to be slightly pushed forward so that their knees are higher than their diaper region.
• Is it alright to put our child in a high chair even though we are not yet ready to wean them?
  Definitely! Getting your baby accustomed to using a highchair is a terrific idea. Once they are prepared, place them in the highchair, where they can play with the toys on the tray. While they practise, try to sit across from them at your baby's eye level so that they may come to you for clarification if they are uncertain about what is happening.
  
  To avoid them developing a bad association with the highchair, remove them as soon as they show signs of being done.
• How to Choose a High Chair
  If choosing a high chair, be careful to consider all of your alternatives. When it comes time to purchase for a high chair, taking into account the following features can assist you in making the best decision for your way of life, available space, and personal preferences.
  
  Cleaning: Having to disassemble a high chair entirely to clean it is the last thing you need. Search for high chairs featuring washable, detachable coverings and few crevices or spots where food or liquids might conceal themselves.
  
  Durability: Choose a high chair that is made to last because you'll want to be able to keep using it for two years or longer. Additionally, a high chair needs to be solid enough to resist easy tipping.
  
  Safety features: To help prevent injuries, a well-secured safety strap needs to be utilised for when sitting in high chairs. It's crucial to make sure the high chair you choose has a five-point safety harness because small babies require one in the reclining position. Additionally, make sure there are no easily accessible spots on the chair where young fingers could become entangled or pinched.
  
  Size: If you need to squeeze a high chair into a limited space, look for models that clip onto tables or that can be folded and stowed when not in use. Consider shopping for travel high chairs that are portable if you need to carry your baby's high chair somewhere else, such on vacation or to a babysitter's house.
  
  High chairs with wheels are quite practical, particularly if one parent is at home alone with the child and wants to multitask while the child is eating. Test the wheel locking system carefully, and be prepared to use it quickly.
  
  Versatility: It's vital to keep in mind that high chairs with features such a removable tray and adjustable seat height can more readily grow with your child.
• Adjustable high chairs
  If your kid isn't quite there yet but you still want to start using a high chair, think about getting one with a reclining seat. You can also use these standing up, so you'll have plenty of use for them as they develop.
  
  Many parents find it convenient to place their baby in the reclined posture as a place to rest. As parents prepare dinner, perhaps the reclined high chair makes for a comfortable spot to watch. Additionally, it can be useful when you're in a rush and trying to eat your own dinner with one hand while bottle-feeding your infant with the other.
  
  It's not a good idea to feed your kid in the reclining position when you first introduce baby food to him or her.
• Starting a Baby in a High Chair
  Getting your infant used to sitting in the high chair in the weeks before you actually start solids is a terrific suggestion for beginning solid meals. Allow them to get acquainted with their new tiny throne by letting them test it out. When it's time to introduce solid foods, you'll have one fewer hurdle to jump when you provide them with a bowl, cup, and utensil to play with.
  
  Most infants are prepared to start eating solid meals between the ages of 4 and 6 months. Some noteworthy signs that your baby is ready to eat solid foods overlap with when they are ready to sit in a high chair, including the capacity to sit up without assistance and solid control over the head and neck. While every baby is different, there are a few key signs that your baby is ready to eat solid foods that align with when they are ready to sit in a high chair.
  
  Some babies need to participate in the social interaction at meals in order for everyone to eat in peace. Make sure the high chair is placed so that the baby can see you and feel like a part of the celebration, but out of the baby's reach of any hot or pointy objects on the table.
• At what age may I remove my child from the high chair?
  This one largely depends on how Baby behaves throughout meals. They may be attempting to tell you that they want to be more included in the family by acting out at the dinner table. Toddlers may experience isolation from high chairs since they literally elevate youngsters above the rest of the family. Certainly, it is necessary to switch to a different high chair if Baby begins to attempt to climb out of it. This is to safeguard their safety. In the absence of that, though, deciding when to switch is primarily up to you and Baby.
  
  Once a child is regularly sitting up and sustaining their own body weight on their own, which usually occurs between 9 and 12 months, they can safely switch to a booster seat. The high chair doesn't necessarily need to go in storage just because Baby is physically competent to sit in a booster seat. There is no rush to switch if Baby is content and at ease in the high chair.
• Booster Seats: Moving to the Table
  Using a booster seat can and should help children graduate from the high chair. Booster seats can be quite secure with buckles and other safety features, or they can be as basic as seat pads that simply give your toddler a boost. The hunt for the ideal booster seat for your toddler depends on their development and your family's way of life, much like selecting the ideal high chair did. There are a few sitting options to make the move go easily once you and your child are ready.
  
  A dining booster seat is the perfect option for both eating at home and out. It is transportable, takes up little room, and is simple to clean.
  
  Look for a safety belt to prevent your child from squirming out as well as straps to secure the booster to a chair. Some booster seats come with a snap-on tray, which may be suitable for your child if they are in the transitional stage, meaning they are ready to give up the high chair but not quite ready to sit at the table.
  
  Consider using a booster pad if your youngster clearly wants to sit at the table but just requires the extra height. This cushioned seat attaches to a dining chair and provides a cosy place for a child who is old enough to eat with the family.
  
  Keep in mind that there is no certain age at which your child should stop using the high chair. It's acceptable if it takes a bit longer to put them in a booster at the table. The two most crucial things are that your child is secure and that everyone enjoys eating together.
• Which booster seat is the best to purchase?
  When purchasing a booster seat, consumers have a wide range of brand and design options to pick from. Some high chairs can also be used as boosters. It's vital to wait until you believe your child is ready to transfer to boosters rather than a high chair because boosters lack the security of a five-point harness that high chairs offer. You can select a model with a strap for their body as well as one that straps to the chair, preventing sliding, for their safety. Since certain boosters can only securely attach to dining chairs without cushions, it's also crucial to confirm that your dining set is compatible with the booster. Last but not least, the seat should be low enough to Baby's level when it is dragged up to the table. Otherwise, you risk dealing with the same separation anxiety-related tantrums as when they felt too far away in their high chair.