When picking out a highchair there are two major considerations to make: saftey and fit at your table. Proper positioning reduces the risk for choking and the baby should be an a supportive upright positing. Types of highchairs to fit your table include traditiional seats with reomvable trays that can pull up to the table, booster seats, clip on chairs.
Saftey considerations to make when choosing a high chair include:
-An upright seat for ideal positioning
-An adjustable footrest
High chair recommendations:
To prevent choking, have your child sit upright in a supportive seat, ideally with:
– Hips and torso at a 90 degree angle
- Legs at a 90 degree angle
- Feet supported on a surface to improve focus and mobility of arms
- Arms at rest on a tray or table
*Use pillows or rolled blankets if needed for comfot and stability. If they resist the chair they can watch you eat in your at lap first.
Our Top Recommended Highchairs
Stokke Trip Trapp with Bucket Seat:
This chair offers excellent adjustable positioning from infant until adulthood. This chair pulls up to a 32.5 in. table and has a tray accessory available for purchase, if desired.
Stokke Steps:
This chair has an easily adjustable back and footrest to ensure proper psotioning from 6 months until teen years. It is also easy to wipe down and the harness is machine-washable. The chair pulls up to a 27.95 in. table and includes a tray accessory with this model.
Bugaboo Giraffe:
This chair, made from sustainable Beechwood, can be quickly adjusted to fit a 6 month old until adulthood. It is also very easy to clean. This chair pulls up to a 31 in. table and includes a tray accessory with this model.
*Tip: Although these chairs have ideal positioning and are adjustable throughout the ages, they are expensive. To save money, check re-sale sights like OfferUp and Facebook Marketplace or consignment shops for second hand items.
IKEA Antilop:
This chair is a much more budget friendly pick. It is easy to take apart and bring on the go. This chair pulls up to a 35.4 tall table. It is easy to clean with a removable tray. We recommend buying an added footrest for better positioning and stability.
Fisher Price Portable Baby and Toddler Dining Chair:
This is a great multi-use chair that you could be used when feeding or during play. It has 3 height adjustments to grow from infant until toddler years. The chair is portable and it straps easily and securely to a chair that fits these dimensions: 15.75 x 19.29 x 13.19 inches. This chair is also is easy to clean with a removable tray.
Best Clip-On Chair
This is a great option if you have a high table or countertop, which will allow the baby sit at the table with the family during mealtimes. It fits ages 6-36 months and up to 37 pounds. The twist-tight couplings are compatible with a table up to 3.35 in. thick.