How do you choose a bouncer?
Choose a bouncer
There are different types of bouncers. Which type is the most suitable for you depends on your wishes.
- Do you want a bouncer or a swing?
- Do you want a classic or electric bouncer?
- Do you want to take the bouncer with you?
- How do you want to entertain your little one?
Do you want a bouncer or a swing?
Bouncer
With a bouncer, your child will bounce up and down. If you're child is large enough, they can move the chair by them self. With newborns, you'll have to move the bouncer. You can do this with your foot, for example. Most bouncers have a mount, so you can secure it when you feed your child.
Swing
A bouncer only moves up and down, while a swing moves back and forth or from left to right. Most swings work on a battery or the power grid, so your child will move automatically. Do you want to feed you child in the chair? Choose a swing that you can secure. That way, you're sure the chair stays in place while you feed your child.
Do you want a classic or electric seat?
There are 2 types of bouncers, a classic one and an electric one. Which one suits you best depends on a number of things. For example, you can choose a classic chair if you also want to feed your child in the chair. A bouncer is also a good choice if your child moves around a lot. That way, the chair and your child will move up and down automatically. Do you want to rock your baby to sleep while you keep your hands free for a minute? Choose an electric one.
Do you want to take the bouncer with you?
Do you want to take the bouncer with you to friends or family? It's important that it's easy to move around. Keep the weight and size in mind for this. You can easily fold some bouncers too, so you can take them with you as a compact package.
How do you want to entertain your child?
Play arch
With a play arch, you can entertain your child in the bouncer. The playing arch has various, colorful toys hanging down, so your child can look at them. When your child is a little bit bigger, they can easily touch the toys. Do you want to feed your child in the bouncer? Check if the play arch is detachable. That way, you're sure the toys stay clean.
Songs and sounds
Does your little one likes music? Choose a bouncer with songs and sounds. These bouncers work on the power grid or batteries, and they often have a number of pre-programmed children's songs and nature sounds. In addition, there are bouncers with an AUX connector, so you can play your favorite songs via your smartphone or tablet.
