In terms of design, this swing has several unique features. The first is the seat cover, which was super soft and felt like it was made from minky fabric. The second is the optional bug net, which although we didn’t test, we could see how this would be useful for parents who want to bring the swing outside in the summer months—which would be a breeze because the swing is pretty compact and lightweight. Assembly: The first step was assembling the baby swings while we timed ourselves and took detailed notes on how intuitive or complicated this process was. It’s quite common for an adult to weigh over 66 kg, so this is something to bear in mind when shopping for garden furniture. A polyester canopy will offer more protection from sun and rain than a slatted wooden canopy, but may suffer damage in windy conditions. If you’re looking for a swing that you can put away at the end of the day or when visitors arrive, this Graco swing is a great choice. We found it to be very easy to fold and love that it’s equipped with a handle that makes it convenient to transport. Plus, it weighs just 12.7 pounds, which makes it entirely possible to carry with one hand.

This swing seat’s canopy is showerproof. Therefore, it can protect you from the sun’s glare on hot days, and will also keep you dry during the odd rain shower. The canopy can be removed altogether if required. This helps with storage over winter months and also lets you sit fully in the sun. Lennartsson, F. Nonsynostotic plagiocephaly: Prevention strategies in child health care. J Clin Med. 2020;9(12). doi:10.3390/jcm9123946 In addition to looking nice, this swing felt safe and sturdy when we tested it. It has a five-point harness that feels secure and the mobile is hung far enough away that a baby can’t reach it. This swing is also super quiet; without the music on, it was almost silent, and with the music on, the sound was only 40-50 dBA, which is quieter than the hum of a refrigerator. Some three-seat swing seats may have as low a weight capacity as 200 kg. If this weight is divided evenly between three people sitting on the seat, it would mean that each individual’s weight should not exceed 66 kg.Volume: Our editors used a decibel reader to determine if the volume was within a range deemed appropriate and safe for young ears. According to our experts, 60-70 decibels is generally considered safe for babies and a good volume to keep them calm. Other three-seat swing seats can have higher weight capacities of 300 kg+. These are the best garden swing chairs for seating three people because they offer a lot more freedom in terms of who can sit down.

Both the padded cushion and canopy are made from dark green polyester; they’re water resistant, but should be ideally be covered or brought in during really bad weather. However, if there is a passing shower, the canopy should be sufficient for keeping the cushion (and you!) dry. While there are several safety measures parents and caregivers should follow when using a baby swing, perhaps the most important one is to supervise their baby when they are in the swing. “[While in a swing], babies need constant supervision the same way they would in a bathtub,” says Ben Hoffman, MD, CPST-I, FAAP, professor of pediatrics at Oregon Health & Science University and president-elect of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). This garden swing chair is also comfortable. It comes with a padded cushion for the seat that can be removed if needed. The cushion might be considered a little on the thin side, but it’s still a comfortable swing chair overall – it swings very gently, and there are armrests on either side. Baby highchairs are suitable from 6 months, around the same time you can start to introduce your baby to solids. It can be a good idea to feed baby their first ever solids in the morning or right after a nap. Once baby has gotten used to eating, introduce new foods rapidly—it can take up to 15 tries before a child will accept a new food, so don’t give up! Finally, this garden swing chair is straightforward to assemble. Even so, it can help to have a second person on hand. The instructions are fairly clear and it’s methodical to put together. In some instances, not all of the predrilled holes line up perfectly, so you may need to drill a few more. Due to this swing chair’s weight, it’s recommended that you set it up in the spot where you’ll want to keep it. It weighs a fairly substantial 58.5 kg.This swinging chair consists of a triangular frame, a long grey seat, and a matching canopy. It has a minimalist, contemporary grey finish. Given its colour and style, this seat is likely to complement most gardens.

If you’re on the look out for the best garden swing set, the following information should give you a good idea of what to look out for (as well as what to avoid!). Finding a Design to Suit Your Garden The best garden swing chairs will add a bit more interest to the garden compared to just a standard bench.This swing seat is approximately 175 cm long, 110 cm wide and 155 cm tall. The seat sits around 50 cm off the ground. For three people to sit on this seat, each person will need to have an average weight of 66 kg. Therefore, although advertised as a three-person chair, it’s more practical as a two-person model. Tray – our tests found that the bigger the tray, the better. Some trays include a sippy cup holder, while others come with removable tray inserts – making cleaning up much easier. A tray that's adjustable and detachable is a useful feature to look out for, as it will allow your baby plenty of extra space in the high chair as he or she grows.

When shopping for a baby swing, parents should consider the product’s safety, stability, and weight limit. They should also pay attention to the type and size of the swing as well as its features, such as a mobile, sounds, and app connectivity. Elegant and comfortable in equal measure, the Angel Living Rattan Swing Chair is made from woven PE rattan. This gives it a traditional look, and it’s the best garden swing chair if you want a rattan option. This could be particularly useful if you already have rattan furniture, but it’s also stylish as a stand alone item! Assembly is required, and, although the frame is reasonably straightforward to put together, it’s best done with the help of two people. This garden swing chair has a powder-coated frame so it can be left out in all weathers, although the canopy does collect some water in heavy rain which can weigh it down. The classic designs are generally suited to two adults, but there are models which can seat up to four people or more.The sleek look and feel of this swing was appealing to us, and we loved the cozy, reversible seat cushion. And in addition to being compact, with just two parts assembling it was a breeze and took only three minutes.