When is your baby ready to use a high chair to eat with the family?
When is your baby ready to use a high chair to eat with the family?
When is your baby ready to use a high chair to eat with the family?

Every baby has a different development, but most parents prepare to feed their baby solid foods at 4 to 6 months of age. But is this the right age for your baby? And when are the signs that your baby can use a high chair and join in family meals? Let’s find out with Autoru through the article below!

Age at which baby can use high chair

The age at which a baby can use a high chair is a question that many parents are concerned about to ensure nutrition and comprehensive development for their children. This requires careful observation by parents of the individual development of each baby.

Typically, your baby can start using a high chair when they reach around 6 months of age. This is when your baby starts to develop the ability to sit up unsupported. This is important because your baby needs to have enough strength and stability to sit safely in a high chair. In addition, at this age, your baby’s digestive system is developed enough to accept solid foods and can try new foods.

However, not all babies develop at the same rate at the same time. Some babies may be ready to use a high chair earlier, perhaps as early as 4-6 months of age, while others may need more time to develop the ability to sit up and chew food on their own.

It is important for parents to carefully observe and listen to their baby’s body and cues. Signs that your baby is ready to use a high chair include the ability to sit up unsupported, an interest in food and chewing, and wanting to participate in family mealtimes. If your baby is showing these signs, it may be time to start using a high chair.

During this process, parents need to remember that each child is a separate individual and can develop at different rates. The most important thing is to create conditions for children to try new foods safely, while creating a fun space during meals, helping children develop eating skills and creating excitement when eating with the family.

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Mom can let baby start sitting in a high chair

When starting the weaning stage, choosing the right high chair is an important part of raising your baby. You need to consider carefully to ensure your baby feels comfortable and safe while eating.

When can baby use a high chair?

A high chair can be a good option for your baby during this process. With a relatively high position off the ground, a high chair allows your baby to sit in a more natural position, without having to sit on the ground or a low chair. This allows your baby to access food easily, as well as keeping food at a suitable distance from your baby’s mouth, reducing the risk of your baby falling or spilling food.

Another advantage of a high chair is that it creates a space for family meals. The baby can participate in family meals naturally and comfortably, while also creating a close and happy space in the family.

However, mothers should note that letting babies use high chairs requires adult supervision. Avoid leaving your baby alone without supervision, especially when he is young and not used to sitting in this chair. At the same time, make sure that your baby is held firmly and safely when sitting in the chair, avoiding the risk of falling.

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Criteria for choosing the right high chair for your baby

There are many types of baby dining chairs on the market for mothers to choose from for their babies: low chairs, high chairs, travel chairs, plastic or wooden materials… depending on the living space and personal preferences of parents. However, to train your baby to join the family meal, mothers can choose a high dining chair or a low chair with a strap to connect to the dining table chair. Below are some notes when mothers choose a dining chair for their babies.

When can baby use a high chair?

Solid structure

Babies are very active, they can fall out of the chair at any time when sitting to eat or play on the chair. Therefore, parents need to choose a baby chair with full safety belts that fit the baby’s body, are sturdy, and easy to use. The chair opening is suitable, not easy to tip over, and the details on the chair are firmly connected.

Safe material

Baby dining chairs should be made of safe materials, with smooth surfaces suitable for baby’s sensitive skin. Mothers need to check to make sure the chair does not have sharp details that could be dangerous for the baby. The seat belt should fit the baby’s body.

Size of the chair

Moms should choose a chair with a height suitable for the size of the family dining table, so that the baby can easily join the family meal and interact well with other members. With 3 adjustable heights, the Autoru multi-function high chair is not only easy to fit into the family dining table, but can also be adjusted to the appropriate height for other activities when the baby is older, such as watching TV, playing, studying, etc. In addition, the Autoru high chair can also be folded to save space in the family space. When the baby is not in use, the mother can fold it up and unfold it easily when it is time for the baby’s meal.

Compact dining chair

A baby high chair that fits the baby’s body, is safe and convenient for the family space is the best choice. Mothers do not need to choose chairs with complicated details, many colors and attached toys that will distract the baby while eating, not feeling the delicious taste of the food.

Easy to clean

Your baby is learning to eat, especially when you choose the BLW method, so everything around your baby will be very messy. You will save time cleaning and have less trouble if you choose a baby high chair with easy-to-clean materials. The Autoru high chair made of natural wood and waterproof fabric will be a good choice for you to consider.

Instructions for using baby high chair

When can baby use a high chair?

A product that brings many benefits to both baby and mother, and is extremely easy to use with just 3 simple steps:

  • Step 1: Mom opens the chair, holds the back of the chair with one hand and lifts it up gently to adjust from 1-3 height levels to suit the needs of use.
  • Step 2: Mom puts the baby in the seat and fastens the seat belt
  • Step 3: Mom flips the dining table of the chair from back to front, fastens the second seat belt of the dining table to the chair

Just 3 simple steps, your baby has a comfortable and safe seat to enjoy a delicious meal with the family.

After the baby finishes eating, it only takes a few minutes for the mother to clean the baby’s eating area, simple and convenient:

  • Step 1: The seat cushion is made of high-quality polyester that is waterproof, anti-bacterial and anti-mold. Mom just needs to clean the cushion and seat with a wet towel/cloth. For food stains that need more thorough cleaning or every week, mom can remove the cushion to wash with soap and dry.
  • Step 2: When folding the chairs, the mother flips the dining table of the chair to the back.
  • Step 3: Using the same operation as when opening the chair, gently lift the back of the chair to return the chair to its lowest height.
  • Step 4:  Mom lifts the metal bar of the chair out of the fixed position and pushes the chair back, the chair can be placed against the corner of the wall.

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Notes when using a high chair for your baby

When you start putting your baby in a chair, pay close attention to important things like:

  • Read the chair manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
  • Always fasten your child’s seat belt securely.
  • Check for sharp, pointed objects or insects that may be dangerous to your baby if stuck on the chair.
  • Make sure the chair is sturdy and not prone to tipping over.
  • Even though your baby is sitting in a sturdy and safe chair, he or she still needs to be supervised by an adult. Never leave your baby alone in a high chair.

For infants, interacting with family members helps them develop many social skills and awareness. Mothers should let their babies sit in high chairs in the most suitable position at the dining table, so that they can easily interact with everyone in the family and feel like a small member participating in meals with the family. Thus, through the above article of Autoru, we hope that parents can choose the right high chair for their babies and create a cozy and happy space during each meal.

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