During our test, the bouncer felt incredibly sturdy and secure at all recline levels, with just enough natural bounce to relax a little one. Moreover, we tested baby bouncers in the lab with the help and input of Ebony Barrett, PNP, a board-certified neonatal nurse practitioner. A restraint system keeps a baby from sliding around, whether bouncing from their natural movement or with help from their grown-up.

The 100% organic and polyester material is soft and free of fire retardants and other harsh chemicals. We wanted to know if the incline was suitable for a baby with little head or neck control or if the incline was better for older babies who could hold their heads and necks independently.And the bouncer feels more flimsy than sturdy—we thought the bouncing feature needed to be more moderate. The company's warning manual also states the bouncer "is not intended for prolonged periods of sleeping. This baby bouncer is another pick on our list that doesn’t fold but reaps a narrow design to save space as much as possible. Be mindful that just like a car seat, you don't want to leave baby unattended or for long stretches.

You can tuck the remaining straps into the built-in pockets on the sides of the bouncer to keep them out of the baby’s reach. I didn’t want to spend a lot of money on a bouncer as we’d only be using it for times we were using the restroom, showering or cooking but honestly, I wish I had spent the extra and gone with a bouncer that is more stiff. Murray, minimal, smooth motion and stimulation moderation are key, because the more you stimulate a baby, the more stimulation they will expect, she explains. The seat cover comes in three materials—3D jersey (polyester, cotton, and elastane), 3D mesh (polyester), and quilted fabric (cotton)—and tons of stunning neutral colors (and a few patterns) to match any nursery decor.Sleeping in a baby bouncer poses a risk of suffocation, which can lead to a potentially deadly outcome. When empty, the bouncer feels shaky and unstable, so we were surprised by the night-and-day difference when we added a sandbag to the seat. Always check the manufacturer’s cleaning recommendations to ensure the fabric lasts long and doesn’t ruin with improper washing or drying.

Unfortunately, the Cybex Lemo does not fold for compact storage, but its slim design makes up for it. The bouncer is manufactured of soft, fuzzy felt and is sure to keep your baby safe and comfortable, the Ingenuity baby bouncer is a be the traditional rock and infant seat with beige baby bouncer rock.The Ergobaby 3-in-1 Evolve Baby Bouncer evolves into three transformations: a newborn lounger, an infant bouncer, and a toddler seat. Also I see some reviews one saying “don’t lift it by the handle it’ll pop off” - that’s not a handle, that’s a removable toy bar and it’s not meant to be carried by that.

The Bloom Coco Stylewood is the only bouncer on our list with an adjustable five-point safety harness instead of a three-point one. While the cushioned insert is spot clean only, the company’s user manual says the seat cover is safe to toss in the washing machine.

I recommend this chair to any parents who want a quick, easy chair to entertain their baby so you can get some stuff done. She appreciated having a spot for her son to sit or swing in while she finished dishes or folded laundry.