My baby was one month when I realized that I needed an automatic bouncer. Before then, I thought I could bounce her or use one of those manually (hand-push) bouncing chairs that we owned (two of them) will do the trick. But with sleep-deprived state of mind and body could not keep up with crying baby that needed to be held constantly. I found myself falling a sleep while trying to push the manual bouncer. I couldn't do anything: didn't have time to eat, wash, or go to bathroom. I was DESPERATE. If you're reading this review, you probably are too and looking for something that you can give you at least a bathroom break.. Well, I thought I can't possibly spend this much money on something that the baby will only use it for 6-10 months, if we're lucky.
It all changed. I didn't care how much it costed as long as I could get some break and my baby can sleep or hang out without crying. So I did my research and ended up comparing this brand and mamaRoo. I watched the videos that were available and read reviews and thought mamaRoo seemed like a better choice: (based on the reviews I read) less jerky moves and sleek design (I didn't care so much about wireless stuff) so I ordered one.
MamaRoo broke after third day. I couldn't believe it. Yes, it was nice looking, but babies don't care what it looks like. Yes, my baby, at first, didn't like it but she got used to being in it. But the third day, the display wouldn't turn on and the thing wouldn't move! Also, the music/volume stunk and it was almost useless. Only then, I found out that there were other people who had similar issues as mine. So I immediately returned the item and purchased this brand. I am so glad I did.
As soon as I opened the package, I was so glad how comfortable the seat and the fabric was (way more comfortable than mamaRoo) for my baby. The music choice and volume was way better. It gave more options for different movements. It had vibrations which mamaRoo didn't have. I didn't use mine for portable bouncer thing since I already owned two others for each floor. But the moment I put my baby in the bouncer, she loved it. She slept in it few times initially. My husband and I were able to have dinner at the same time for the first time while our baby is watching/hanging out in the bouncer. I was able to go to bathroom or eat while she was lounging or napping. I hung my own mobile to the attachment it came with. (with mamaRoo I couldn't) She eventually stopped taking naps here as she got older and bigger. When she was 5 months, the bottom strap thing got really tight and started hurting/digging into her thighs. (We have a big baby. She weighed almost 16 lb at her 4 months check-up, and at 18 lb at 6 months) So I stopped using the strap altogether for a while and she was so snug and comfortable in there I didn't worry that she would fall out (of course, we were watching her constantly). She just turned 6 months and she still loves hanging out in this bouncer. We can adjust the seat setting so now she's more like sitting rather than lying. This is her rocking chair. She rocks herself in it and chews on her teething toys or just simply watch us having dinner or babble and laugh as we interact with each other. Now she can roll over or lean forward, I decided to cut the bottom clip thing and attach it to the waist buckle to hold her that way. It works like a seat belt like in the air plane now. She still bounces and kicks her legs--both me and my husband are mesmerized at how strong this bouncer is. We own Graco everything: infant carrier/stroller, two car seats, high chair, and this bouncer. We're not sponsored by Graco or anything, but just like the sturdy, well-made products that will last long time without costing fortune. This bouncer certainly was worth every penny. We love this bouncer and will have our girl use it as long as she can, and keep it for our next baby or give it to someone else someday. I highly recommend it! (BTW, I don't have time to write reviews, but I decided to write this one since I loved it so much. Also, I have so many good photos/videos of her bouncing in this, but decided not to post one for her privacy.)
| Product Dimensions | 28 x 25.5 x 35 inches |
|---|---|
| Item model number | 2046166 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Minimum weight recommendation | 5.5 Pounds |
| Maximum weight recommendation | 25 Pounds |
| Material Type | Plastic, Metal |
| Care instructions | Machine wash, spot or wipe clean |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Style | Soother |
| Batteries required | No |
| Maximum number of compatible seats | 1 |
| Is portable | Yes |
| Item Weight | 22.5 pounds |
