Let's chat about booster chair styles

A few brands to consider

You're a young mother or father, have a kid or two, and love that your home is now peppered with the charming presence of pastels, teddy bears, and squeaking toys. But come dinner time, maybe you want to look at your child seated in something a little more distinguished. You'll definitely want to check out what famous brands like Peg Perego and Chicco have to offer. These European designers have created some really cool booster chairs and high chairs that are competitively priced and very safety conscious. The main features include modern, bent plywood designs by Svan and an impressive knack for space efficiency on the part of Peg Perego.

The simple seat The classic booster chair has received a serious upgrade in recent years, making the old brown, reversible one you've seen at restaurants somewhat obsolete. The main problems with such a simple design were the tendency to move when placed on a chair and the lack of any restraining mechanism for the child. These days, such problems are accounted for with straps and gripping surfaces. Strap designs offer plenty of safety, but for larger, more mature children, you may want to grant them more freedom to move from the table. In this case, a simple booster seat with a some kind of gripping surface on the bottom and the seat should suit you and your child just fine.

A notable innovation

Blurring the lines between booster seat and high chair is the chair that simply grips onto the side of a table. Adjustable, rubber coated arms grab the table edge from top and bottom, making a super safe and firm attachment at the perfect height. The nice thing about these devices is that they are so travel-friendly and can be adapted to fit just about any surface. Of course, in the event that you aren't sure of a particular surface or table, it's best to play it safe and not attempt to attach it. You've seen a few tables in your day; now that you're a parent, it's time to start trusting your instincts and experience.