The 4moms MamaRoo blurs the lines between swings and bouncers, but I am adamant that it is, in fact, a bouncer. Loaded with tech, the 4moms MamaRoo can bounce your baby, play any song, and recline to any position - all while you control it with your smartphone. Pros: Converts to toddler chair, folds flat, minimalist look, three sleeping/sitting positions, several machine-washable fabric optionsĬons: Pricey, no vibration, no songs or sounds, toy bar costs extra There are also no soothing sounds or stimulating toys - that is, unless you spend extra for a wooden toy bar. So if your baby will only nap when bounced, say goodbye to that shower you'd been hoping to take since there's no automatic vibration. It bounces, but you or your kicking baby must supply the motion. Other than price, the downsides of the BabyBjörn are that it's completely baby- or parent-powered. Finally, it's available in several fabrics, including cotton, a cotton-jersey blend, or breathable mesh, all of which are machine-washable and Oeko-Tex certified to be free from harmful substances. As Baby Gear Lab notes, it offers a lot of support for babies' heads, necks, and backs, so it's especially great for babies with reflux who need more of an incline. It also has three positions at different inclines, so it's useful not only for quick naps, but as a place for an alert baby to take in their surroundings. I took it several times to grandma's house. Second, it's lightweight and folds flat, making it easy to toss in the trunk. First, you can continue to use it as a toddler chair because it holds up to roughly 29 pounds - you just have to reverse the fabric. The BabyBjörn is pricey, yes, but there are a lot of reasons many parents shell out for it. I had an older version of this bouncer (the BabySitter Balance), partially for aesthetics and partially because it turned out to have a longer lifespan than the Fisher-Price Deluxe Bouncer. If you're looking for a bouncer that won't add to the clutter your living room, the BabyBjörn Bouncer Balance Soft fits the bill. The sleek BabyBjörn Bouncer Balance Soft folds flat, making it ideal for cutting down on clutter or to take along when traveling. Pros: Very soft fabric, removable newborn insert, machine washable, lightweight, several songs and sounds, vibrationsĬons: Toys aren't very stimulating, no upright position, may lose its appeal after a few months, requires batteries for vibration And as with most vibrating bouncers, you'll need batteries, and lots of them. So even though this bouncer allows babies as big as 25 pounds, it doesn't have a more upright position that will make it entertaining as they grow, and the hanging plushies aren't super stimulating. After about three or four months, most babies "wake up," become more observant, and want to lounge in a spot where they can take in all the action. The biggest downfall of the Deluxe Bouncer is one that befalls most bouncers. Thankfully, all of the fabric is machine washable - a must for cleaning up after diaper blowouts - and I found the wide, grippy base stable and gentle on hardwood floors. It's also equipped with a harness and a removable newborn insert that supports and cradles small babies. The Deluxe Bouncer has hanging stuffed toys, but in my experience, the plush, muted pastel fabrics, nonirritating nature sounds, lullabies, and vibrations made it better as a place for a quick snooze than playtime. With its ultra-cozy fabric and cushy insert, it offers a secure, comforting place for even the smallest babies, and it's light enough to tote anywhere in the house. The Fisher-Price Deluxe Bouncer was one of the MVPs of my wide-ranging baby gear collection. The Fisher-Price Deluxe Bouncer provides the coziest possible place for newborns and babies up to 25 pounds and includes stuffed toys, gentle sounds, and soothing vibrations.
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