Not all small babies respond well to infant swings. Some babies really like them, others are not interested at all. It is best to try one out with your child before buying it. Baby swings are free- standing swings designed to rock an infant gently. They are not strong enough or big enough to safely carry the load of a larger baby. Most manufacturers have a weight limitation on their product, usually around 7 kilos ( about 14 pounds).
There are motorised and manually cranked baby swings available. The manually cranked ones are simple and cheaper, but require the parent to wind up the swing to keep it rocking. The motorised ones normally run off batteries and save a lot of hassle, but cost a bit more. Fancier models have built in music players and attachable toy trays to amuse the child while they are rocking.
The most important features you need to look for in a baby swing are:
Secure safety straps to stop your child from falling out of the swing.
Removable seat cover that ensures easy cleaning. This helps with messy food and drink spillages, as well as nappy containment failure.
Comfortable seating arrangement that allows for adjustable positioning of your child. A tired child will be more comfortable when reclining, rather than being stuck in an upright position.
A canopy for outdoor use is essential for sun protection.
There are motorised and manually cranked baby swings available. The manually cranked ones are simple and cheaper, but require the parent to wind up the swing to keep it rocking. The motorised ones normally run off batteries and save a lot of hassle, but cost a bit more. Fancier models have built in music players and attachable toy trays to amuse the child while they are rocking.
The most important features you need to look for in a baby swing are:
Secure safety straps to stop your child from falling out of the swing.
Removable seat cover that ensures easy cleaning. This helps with messy food and drink spillages, as well as nappy containment failure.
Comfortable seating arrangement that allows for adjustable positioning of your child. A tired child will be more comfortable when reclining, rather than being stuck in an upright position.
A canopy for outdoor use is essential for sun protection.
