The interesting thing about the Leaf is that it moves in a way unlike any other bouncer seat: it sways side-to-side like a leaf swinging in the wind. It can be folded down to an almost flat position which is handy for storage or travel away from home and, at just 2.

ISSUES: Toy bar doesn't stay put, baby can lean forward in safety harness, and screws sometimes don't fit when assembling. I have concerns about leaving an active, slightly older child alone in case they were able to climb out. Our baby isn’t much of a fan of being laid down these days, and she absolutely loved how upright she was able to sit, while playing with a toy or watching some sensory TV. The Kori bouncer also features optional stoppers on either side which are easy to use and successfully stop it from rocking. It reaps a similar compact size (33 x 16 x 22 inches) as the BabyBjörn Bouncer Bliss, though we thought the padded newborn insert made the design look slightly bulky.For some newborns, this will be the day they are born, for others born at term, it may take a month or so for them to get there. Straps and harnesses should also have cushioning to prevent rubbing and fingers from getting trapped as you fasten them in. This reduces any potential variables in the testing process and ensures that our results are based on a like-for-like comparison. My baby enjoyed sitting in the bouncer but struggled to sit up straight without the insert, however that’s likely because she's only five months old and not yet sitting independently.

As part of the testing process, I scrutinised every aspect of the bouncer and scored it on a number of different factors, including: assembly, safety and sturdiness, day-to-day use, design and aesthetics, ease of cleaning, and value for money. Our baby loves bouncing in it and it’s also very portable - we’ll take it with us when visiting [people]. The rocking movement was subtle and relaxing, and we liked how lightweight (about 5 pounds) and portable it was.This was our primary issue with this bouncer, and we wish it either started with a more reclined seating position, or had adjustable recline. The infant insert padding is super comfortable, made from GOTS certified organic cotton; when the infant insert is removed, you're left with a mesh-backed toddler seat that can be used all the way up to 130 pounds! While our parent tester Luci found it tricky to assemble, the bouncer is very simple to use once set up.

The bouncing motion was subtle and not too exaggerated, and the chair was stable even when our 9-month old sat up and leaned forward. Mum to a one-year-old, she’s fully invested in finding the best and most affordable baby products on the market.We tried each bouncer both when our baby was happy to play, and also when sleepier and wanting to rest. We used it a lot in the early days to soothe baby to sleep before transfering to his bassinet or to extend a nap (supervised of course) so the toy bar was pretty pointless for us at first. The weight range is from newborn up to 20 pounds, it has three recline settings, can be folded flat for transport, and the cover can be removed and machine washed.

We appreciate how simple it is to remove the seat cover to wash—just unbuckle two clasps on the back and toss it into the washing machine. Ensure the seat is not damaged or has any loose parts, the frame is sturdy and bounces safely, and the harness still clips securely. It’s also lightweight enough to easily be moved around your home, although unfortunately it doesn’t fold for travel. All of the best baby bouncers we recommend provide an easily removable cover that is soft and durable and is not only machine washable but will not shrink if you follow the instructions. Along came Tiny Love and made one of the best baby bouncers on the market, not only for its simple features and reliability, but also for its portability.

lbs they recommend stopping using this position as it won't bounce as well; but is still safe according to their manual. The toy bar, which is included, is a nice touch too and the toys are really lovely to look at, as well as being well within reach of little exploring hands. Now with all of that said, I have always been a huge fan of taking our bouncer to the beach with us, and the Babybjorn wins in that department. If you want a baby bouncer that blends with your nursery or home decor, the Childhome Evolux Bouncer is great. Luci adds, “It’s not super heavy but it’s a solid piece of kit which you would probably keep downstairs.