Baby Einstein Neighborhood Friends Activity Jumper with Lights and Music, 6 Months+

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Baby jumpers, like the Jumperoo, are safer, but parental supervision is important. You should also take note of the following: My son loves it. We limit the amount of time he spends jumping and alternate with tummy time and other non-jumping activities. When we take him out of the Jumperoo he looks longingly at it from across the room!" We referenced product safety guidelines from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Naturally, the zaniest-looking jumper was the favorite of our tester babies and therefore won over their parents too. Every tester and parent appreciated the variety of engaging activities and sensory toys that keep a baby entertained. There's a toy piano, a mini bead maze, several kinds of spinning toys and more. You can also set it to say words and phrases in English, Spanish or French. For example, it can name colors in any of the three languages. It plays six songs and, in keeping with Baby Einstein's roots in educational entertainment, they're all classical compositions, including tunes from Beethoven and Vivaldi. Exersaucers and activity centers vary widely in function, quality, and price, making it challenging to find the perfect option for your family!

This jumper has a fun ocean theme and a seat that swivels 360 degrees. There are a variety of sea animal toys, including a removable, light-up sea turtle. The jumper has sounds and music, and says colors and numbers in Spanish, French, and English. Four easily adjustable height positions help this jumper grow with your baby. It's also foldable for easier transport or storage.We chose [this jumper] because it's foldable and great for outdoor use in addition to indoor," says Shelley Gingrich, Executive Director, Brand Solutions, mom of 4-year-old and 1-year-old. "It was a great spot to park our daughter when I needed a few minutes to do something where I couldn't have one eye on her, like wash my face. We also liked putting her in it outside, she loved being upright and jumping up and down."

The huge plus of this model is that it converts to a useful preschool table when your baby starts cruising, which means taking steps while holding onto something. The springboard is designed to take the place of the seat, forming a flat tabletop, and the whole thing becomes a great table for coloring, playing with dough and other toddler and preschool activities. Entertainment: The best jumpers and activity centers are fun and engaging for babies. We prioritized jumpers that come with a variety of toys that are well suited for the 4- to 9-month-old age group, as well as some that play music. FISHER-PRICE BABY BOUNCER JUMPER TOYS - Our baby activity seat bouncer for baby boy and girl embody a deep rooted belief that play is the way children learn best. As the #1 infant and preschool company in the world, we are the only kid brand committed to all the years between 0 and 5. From little moments to big milestones we’re dedicated to helping families throughout every age & stage. The seat has soft spring covers to prevent tiny fingers from getting pinched, and the fabric can be removed and washed in the machine. The Jumperoo can be used until your little one is 25 pounds and 32 inches tall, and there are three different height positions to help guarantee a comfortable fit. It feels well-made and sturdy, too.The Jumperoo is a freestanding jumper and activity center combination that babies go crazy for. It has lights and sounds that go off as your baby jumps, and colorful and enticing rainforest-themed toys for your baby to grab at. Your baby can bounce and spin 360 degrees, supported by a steel frame and four pinch-free covered springs. Three height adjustments help you find the right fit for your growing baby. And though it's bulky, this jumper folds up easily so you can move it from room to room or store it. This Fisher-Price Jumperoo also has a short lifespan. Unlike some of the other jumpers and activity tables on this list, it’s not multi-use and needs to be retired once your baby meets the maximum weight (25 pounds) or starts to walk. But the brand also has a 2-in-1 version of the Jumperoo that can turn into a toddler car. If longevity is a priority, this one might be a better fit. and storage: The jumpers we tested range from weighing a couple pounds for the doorway jumpers to more than 20 pounds for the big activity centers. The big ones are not easy to travel with at all, but some of them can be stashed out of the way. A baby jumper is a seat surrounded by fun activities that your baby can enjoy. Often, the seat is attached to an elasticized strap to it provides some flexibility and mobility. Babies sit in the seat and push off with their still-developing leg muscles. Being able to move up and down is a key aspect of the baby jumper. It provides a lot of entertainment for babies and parents alike. How old does your baby need to be before they can enjoy a baby jumper? It’s always best to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure your baby is safe in the activity. As a general rule, your baby should be able to hold their head up independently before using a baby jumper. However, always follow the weight and height limits on the baby jumper.

Although it doesn’t have quite as many included toys as the Fisher-Price or Baby Einstein jumpers, this activity center does have a nice selection of activities and the seat rotates 360 degrees so baby can explore all of them. The toys clip on and off, too, so you can move them around. Make sure the jumper is in an open, level space . It will be safest if you keep it within your eyesight, and your baby will be happiest if they can see you too. Never let baby sleep in a jumper. If your little one happens to doze off in one of these products, move her to a safe, flat sleeping spot like a crib, bassinet or playard. Having a large, colorful and possibly noisy toy center is something most first-time parents of newborns hope to avoid, but as an infant grows more curious and begins to sit up, it's easier to see the appeal of giving them their own baby-centric indoor playground. A jumper does take up space, and its aesthetic is usually aimed at babies, but jumpers can provide parents with a few minutes to prepare dinner or clean up while the baby is having fun. Bouncing up and down is by no means required for development. Tummy time, which leads to rolling and crawling on the floor, is what sets your baby up for walking, according to pediatric experts. With those factors in mind, we suggest using a baby jumper no more than 15 minutes a day.

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In addition to being well-suited for smaller spaces, this is a great travel seat. It weighs just seven pounds, making it the second-lightest product on this list, and comes with a carrying case. If you choose to use it outside, the floor mat is a nice feature to keep baby’s feet clean. Some parents say there can be a bit of a learning curve to assemble the seat, but that it’s easy enough to do so once you get the hang of it. Place it in a clear, open space. "[A jumper] should never be an excuse for leaving a child unattended, and you also want to be sure that nothing is within reach that could be a choking hazard, like window-blind cords or loose items placed on or near the tray," Dr. Hoffman says.

The baby bouncer chair allows your little one to jump and dance, strengthening their developing leg muscles. With no doorways required, you can watch your baby safely play wherever you need to be. From music appreciation to language introduction, the award-winning Baby Einstein jumperoo brings an imaginative world of discovery to the baby bouncer concept. The jumpers with all the different toys and the option to hang more toys are great," said Good Housekeeping Institute Executive Director of Textiles Lexie Sachs, a mom of two young kids. "I tried out more simple activity centers, hoping for something that looks less babyish, but my kids weren't impressed." And, she noted, since she wanted to keep a baby in the jumper while she made dinner or got dressed, she needed it to hold their attention for 15 minutes. An exersaucer gives your baby a secure place to jump, spin, play, observe, and explore while stimulating their senses, motor system, and development.The Baby Einstein has so many activity toys and keeps my almost-6-month-old grandbaby occupied and happy!" This activity center is popular because of its modern design and attractive color palette. The seat spins around completely, and there are a half dozen stylish toys, though some testers felt that the activities didn't hold their babies' attention for very long. (You can always buy other toys to sit on the tray.) One cute feature: A clear panel lets your baby stare down at their own feet as they step on the toy piano and activate it. Like the Skip Hop activity center, it has a simpler-looking design that many parents appreciate. And at 11 pounds, it’s not so heavy that you can’t move it from room to room. However, a few parents do mention that the rotating seat doesn’t swivel very easily, and it also doesn’t come with the batteries required for one of the toys, so you’ll need to buy those separately.