The perfect high chair ( highchair) for your child – information, comparisons & tips for everyday life
A high chair ( highchair) is much more than just a piece of furniture – it’s your child’s first seat at the family table, a place for shared meals, first attempts at eating with a spoon and important developmental milestones. Whether it’s a classic wooden high chair, a lightweight plastic chair or a practical travel high chair: the choice is vast – but what really matters? We’ll guide you through the most important topics relating to the highchair: from the right time to start, to the correct sitting posture, right through to clever accessories that make your daily life easier. Discover our guides, comparisons and practical tips – so that your child not only sits safely at the table, but also enjoys it.
Which baby walker is right for you?
Are you looking for the best high chair for your baby or toddler? We compare the most popular models – including the affordable IKEA Antilop, the classic Tripp Trapp from Stokke that grows with your child, and the versatile Hauck high chair. Find out which model best suits your family’s daily routine!
Encouraging good sitting posture
A well-adjusted highchair supports your child’s natural posture. We’ll show you how you can enhance the highchair to improve your little one’s posture, and why a footrest is so important for increasing seating comfort.
When can my baby start using the highchair?
At what age is the highchair suitable – and how can you tell if your baby is ready? We explain which developmental milestones are important for your baby to be able to sit safely and steadily. You’ll also find out what to look out for when your baby starts sitting in the highchair.
Weaning: Tips from the experts
The transition from milk to solid food is an exciting step for your baby – and for you as a parent. This phase is not only a new experience for your little one’s palate, but also a sensitive stage of development that requires time, patience and trust. There is no fixed timetable that suits everyone – the important thing is to pay attention to your baby’s signals and to see the introduction of solid foods as a shared journey of discovery. We’ve spoken to experts and are here to answer your most frequently asked questions about introducing solid foods.
Mealtimes with a toddler: tips for your first meals together
Spending time together at the dining table can be a wonderful ritual in everyday family life – but with a baby or toddler, it can quickly become a test of patience. To make mealtimes more relaxed for everyone, it’s not just practical tools that help, but above all set routines, child-friendly involvement and good preparation. The environment also plays an important role: a comfortable and safe seat, sufficient support from footrest and inflatable cushion insert, as well as a tidy, functional dining area ensure a relaxed atmosphere – for both child and parents.
