I had a mimzy highchair and it was fab, but it was recommended to me as little one has hip dysplasia and its really wide. It could be a pain to clean but all the padding comes off and goes in the washing machine which I used to do once a week (normally Sunday after dinner and then it would be dry by Monday dinner time after nursery)."(Recommended by Mumsnetter ItsSnowJokes) Our verdict

Highchairs are a safe and supportive place for your baby to eat before they’re old and tall enough to sit on an adult-sized dining chair. Most come with a plastic tray so your baby can see and reach their food easily – especially useful when first weaning. These ensure that your child always has somewhere safe and age-appropriate to eat when they’re not at home – whether that’s at a grandparent’s house, a friend’s, or away on holiday – although many are designed so well that people use them at home too.

Highchairs have come a long way in the last couple of decades as companies have begun to apply intelligent design to baby equipment. There are several broad types on the market, so consider which functions are important to you before making your choice. 1. Budget highchairs As reliable as it is ubiquitous, in our extensive tests the IKEA Antilop excelled, living up to its reputation as the king of all highchairs. While it may not look like anything special, our Mumsnet users rave about this highchair for being budget-friendly, functional and easy to clean up after mealtimes. Equally useful for six-month-olds trying solid food for the first time and wriggly toddlers needing a place to eat without distractions, highchairs come in a variety of sizes, functionalities and prices. To find out which highchairs are the best, our parent tester put some of the UK's top-rated models their paces. We also consulted the Mumsnet forums for advice on which products they recommend and use with their own children, as well as seeking out expert advice from the NHS on what to look for in a highchair. Keep reading as we take you through the best-performing products, as recommended and tested by parents. How we chose our recommendations

Three available modes, with all accessories included in the price: newborn bouncer with toy bar, weaning high chair and toddler seat We spend hours researching, speaking to parents, analysing data and listening to experts before we test out the products on our shortlist.

10. Best lightweight highchair: Joie Mimzy Snacker

Babies often learn what and how to eat by watching their parents and siblings eat too”, she says. “It’s more likely that they will happily accept foods that they see you gobbling up yourself.” Our baby weaning bibs are soft, comfortable, and waterproof. Our coverall bibs protect highchairs, clothes and floor from the spills and mess of weaning. Choose from our convenient Cover & Catch coverall bib, our value busting Long Length Coverall or for complete protection and an incredible sensory weaning experience, choose our Bib & Tray Kit. Our value busting Long Length Coverall weaning bibs offer 360 degree protection from all food, mess and from stray paint-brushes and pens! Made with a lightweight, durable fabric, your child can still stay cool whilst having full coverage. Both our long length coverall bib, and our long and short sleeve, are compatible with any highchair and come with a zipped travel pouch to take with you on the go!