Today was a day for muffins, coffee and visits with family. But even when lugging around all my baby gear to make my toddler’s and newborn’s visit comfortable (you know exactly what I mean: diaper bag, playpen, sound machine, wrap, the list goes on…) bringing Annaliese’s standing highchair is not an option when we are visiting family. Read the full review by HONEY & BETTS Other than being one of my best baby paraphernalia travel hacks yet, I loved how it brings your little one to the table. I always feel when she is in a high chair she is kind of excluded so this feels so much more sociable. Okay, that can be a little bit difficult when she wants to throw the salt and pepper around but handy when all she wants to do is eat from my plate – despite the fact it’s the same as her food. Don’t all babies do this, or is it only ours?It is the perfect size for taking around backpacking or any other travel ventures. So definitely fits in with my pre-requisites on all baby items of being light-weight, compact and comfortable.
Read the full review here "The biggest plus side of this portable highchair is that it only weighs 2.2lbs and folds nicely into a compact flat carry tote that can be tossed in your stroller basket, placed in a large diaper bag or carried using the provided handles. Once removed from the tote the only set-up needed is securing it to a table using the screw on clamps. It’s incredibly sturdy in its build and I have no concerns what so ever when my toddler is in it provided it’s attached to an appropriate surface. The frame is made of solid aluminum and the clamps are covered in thick non-slip rubber so the chair will not move once in place." Read the full pod portable high chair review at The BabblistBest travel high chair Our pod portable high chair was awarded silver in the Best Travel High Chair Awards by Nursery Trader, 2013!"It is a very robust and sturdy construction as you would expect from Mountain Buggy - and is built to last. It is very easy to fold and you can do so in a jiffy - and is attached to the table by solid aluminium clamps.
It's a strong piece of kit that does everything that you expect it would, allowing your little one to eat at the table with you where ever you are." Read all pod travel high chair reviews by Nursery Trader's reviewers Our pod portable high chair was awarded silver in the Best Travel High Chair category of the Mumii Best Baby and Toddler Gear Awards, 2014! "Where, when, how to keep the process somewhat tidy has often been a challenge for me, but luckily, the Mountain Buggy POD has made this much more convenient.Despite the incredibly easy manner in which it is able to connect to any table, its sturdiness and ability to stably hold my child is astonishing. Prior to getting the POD, I had used the standard highchair and even those highchairs you strap onto a pre-existing chair, but neither were as stable especially with a growing, active, mobile child, and they both took up unnecessary space." Mountain Buggy pod review by Pregnancy & Newborn magazine "The Mountain Buggy pod is a portable highchair that not only has the looks but is also fitted with lots of clever features just like you’d expect from a Mountain Buggy product.
The innovative design of the pod highchair is perfect for busy parents on the go who don’t want to lug around a bulky highchair. Simply click the pod onto table tops and benches to create an instant child seat, whether you are inside or outside." Written by: Hip Little One " As Mountain Buggy products tend to be, this is a well thought-out, robust product.It comes with a little travel bag which is really useful for popping bibs / wipes etc into (as well as the pod, of course!). Great for leaving it in the car with a spare bib and a couple of wipes… all ready to roll!..." Written by: Kiwi Families Read the full pod high chair review at kiwifamilies.co.nzit’s about offering a choice – a choice of a practical product that bears all the hallmarks of the Mountain Buggy brand. pod is a great and hygienic product that is designed for eating out – ready to use at your convenience." "There is something about smart, innovative and easy to use children’s products that win me over instantly.
If it makes life easier, a job quicker or a task more simple my ears are pricked, and the new Mountain Buggy pod certainly had me interested when I heard about it." Written by: Divine FindsWhether you’re short on space and want to ditch the highchair or have a toddler who’s ready to sit at the big table with the family, there’s a great option for you: Booster Seats! Nowadays there are a wide variety of boosters, from cushions that you can throw on top of any old dining chair to ones that strap down and feature removable trays. We’ve rounded up a few great options that will not only save you space, but allow your toddler to safely dine at the table with you. Help encourage family dinners and eating together at a young age by utilizing a toddler-friendly booster seat that puts your child at just the right level to enjoy meals, right alongside the family, without being retrained in a high chair. Nothing is more uncool than being stuck in a baby highchair, after all! The Bumbo Booster is the perfect seat to give your kiddo a lift at the table.
The Bumbo Booster is perfect for your growing toddler because it fastens onto any regular chair securely, using a strap that goes both underneath the chair, and along the chair back. It also features a secure three-point safety harness that allows your toddler to be fastened in, but snaps open easily for the toddler on-the-go. The Bumbo Booster is lightweight, and extremely easy to clean- just a simple wipe will do the trick! It’s made of low density foam, and feels very sturdy, as well as comes in three fun colors to choose from! The Bumbo Booster Seat is ergonomically designed with contours that support your child’s shape. The lightweight design (just 2 lbs!) moves easily with your child, from a playroom to Grandma’s house. Bumbo also makes it easy to give them business, because proceeds from the sale of every Bumbo product are donated to help children in need in Bumbo’s hometown of Pretoria, South Africa. Thanks to the support of parents who have made Bumbo a part of their little ones biggest moments, Bumbo has given back more than $10 million to help families in need since 2005.
If you’re looking for an easy-to-store booster seat for your older toddler, the Luv Chicken Booster Cushion is the perfect solution. This multi-use cushion not only gets your toddler up to the perfect level for table dining with the whole family, but it makes a comfy seat on the floor and can even be used to relieve your knee pain during bath time! The Luv Chicken Booster Cushion consists of a cushy foam insert covered in wipeable kid-safe (phthalate-free) coated fabric – available in some of the cutest patterns imaginable! The bottom is covered in a non-slip fabric which allows the cushion to stay put on both wood and fabric covered chairs. No need to strap this one down! And, it’s so lightweight that your toddler can easily carry it around by the attached handle. Luv Chicken is a small business founded by a Seattle mom of two who saw the need for a comfortable, simple booster seat solution. All Luv Chicken Booster Cushions are made with love in the USA and come in two sizes: Original (15x15x4) and Mini (13x13x3).
Luv Chicken Booster Cushion Looking for an easy-to-clean, compact booster seat that comes in fun colors? The Mamas & Papas Baby Bud booster seat is perfection, and will add a bit of whimsy to your table with its bright color options. The Baby Bud truly grows with your baby, and is compact enough that you could bring it along to a restaurant, or friend/family member’s home. The Baby Bud booster seat can be used with babies as young as 6 months old, and accommodates toddlers up to 3 years old. With this wide range of ages, there are many adjustments that can be made to fit a young baby or a toddler – from adjustable non-slip feet on the bottom of the seat to accommodate different heights (both of the child and of the table), to a removable locking tray, to a removable soft seat insert that’s perfect for a smaller baby. Begin using the Baby Bud as soon as your child can sit upright on his or her own, by using the soft seat insert and tray. When your child grows a bit more, you can remove the soft insert and use the main seat and tray, and when your child is ready to eat at the table, use the Baby Bud seat alone with no tray.
Easy to assemble, and even more importantly, easy to clean – this booster will delight your inner clean freak. You won’t need to worry about washing cloth padding or food getting stuck in tiny crevices with the Baby Bud booster seat (Can we get an amen?), because the surfaces are smooth and simple. Mamas & Papas Baby Bud Booster Seat Mamas & Papas | With the understanding that most parents keep their booster seats in place in the kitchen or dining room, it was important for OXO to come up with a design that was not only functional, but visually pleasing. When it comes to sleek and modern style, the OXO Tot Booster Seat is the way to go. With a wide range of colored cushions and crisp white frame, you are sure to fine the perfect one for you. The comfortable, yet supportive 3″ cushion will hold up to 70 lbs and will position your kids at an ideal height at the table. With the sturdy backrest and non-skid feet, they can sit in virtually any style chair, allowing them to sit more toward the front of the chair.
This will enable their legs to dangle comfortably over the rounded edge of the cushion. One of the best features is the stain resistant and removable cushion, making it a cinch to clean. It is one of the best boosters for traveling. With its collapsable design, it will fit perfectly into an overnight bag or into your stroller’s underside. A built-in handle and light weight of 2.8lbs allows for easy carrying. On top of the convenience of it’s compact and extremely stylish design, OXO Tot Booster Seat is PVC, Phthalate and BPA free. Isn’t that just the icing on the cake? OXO Tot Booster Seat Now you can toss that highchair (or skip it altogether!) and start enjoying family dinners with your little one right at the table! For more great feeding products, check out TODDLER DINNERWARE WE LOVE. Photo Credits: The Memoirs of Megan, Dreams To Do, Cookies for Breakfast, CeceLynn Designs Tags: babies, baby, baby feeding, booster, booster chair, booster seats, Bumbo, children, daily mom, eat, family, feeding, helpful mom resources, high chair, highchair, Luv Chicken, Mamas & Papas, Oxo, preparing for baby, shop, toddler, toddler dining, toddler feeding, toddler food, toddlers