Squirrel Products High Back Full Bucket Toddler Swing Seat with Plastic Coated Chains – Swing Set

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I hope you found this article helpful. If you appreciate the work and research I’ve put in, and know someone who is looking for a swing, please share this article with them! One additional consideration I think is noteworthy? This swing is made in the USA, in Carmel, New York. Sensory Swing or Therapy Swing: These are made of fabric and – when hung – look like a little raindrop with a hole to sit in. They create a cozy little cocoon, and are said to be comforting for neurologically diverse kids. For example, the Outree Swing . It is made out of sturdy materials and is easy to clean. Safety features include sturdy rope that is water-resistant and can withstand years of outdoor wear and tear, stay-put shoulder straps, safety clasps, and a t-bar restraint. You can also hang it from a beam, as I show below: The Little Tikes Snug n Secure swing hanging from a beam

Disc Style: We’ve only ever used a disc style at a neighbors house, as they have a tree swing with multiple attachments, one of which is a disc. Basically, small flat disc is attached to a hanging rope, and older kids can jump up on the rope and use the disc as a seat, wrapping their arms and legs around the disc to hang on. They are fun and require the kids to use their upper body, lower body, and core muscles to stay on! I hope this guide has been helpful. In case you’re wondering how I researched these swings, I’ve outlined my process and methodology below. Expert Knowledge Around Safety, Use, Benefits, and Considerations Generally, I like that it’s fun and colorful. Using a sample size of one, my daughter absolutely delighted in how the swing looked – she immediately needed to try it based on looks alone! Expert advice regarding safety considerations, according to board certified Pediatrician, Dr. Daniel Zoller, M.D. F.A.A.P..Consider your own height and strength as a parent, and whether the setup will work for you. The Rain Boot Test If you have extra space in your yard or house or want to mix it up a bit, you could also look at a disc swing, platform swing, tire swing, or standup swing, among other cool styles!

The Snug n Secure Grow With Me Swingis adjustable, safe, and comfortable for a baby and young toddler. I don’t know if this style of swing has an official name, but in our family, we call it a big kid swing, and my kid slowly graduated to this style at around 3 to 4 years old. OR have a "9" stamped on the inner arrow, combined with a number "43" or higher stamped on the outer arrow Classic Swing:This is the other type you likely remember from your childhood. A piece of polymer, rubber or wood forms a swing seat between two chains. Appropriate for an older age range, once they can hold on properly. Example, Eastern Jungle playground style swing.As with the Squirrel Products swing, it will attach to most swing sets and has adjustable chains to hang the swing higher or lower. For one, the product information is thin. Squirrel Products doesn’t say what they make their swings from specifically (non-toxic plastic is all we know). And the warranty is unclear. The recallnumber (17-096) included swings that were manufactured between November 2009 and December 2013. It’s also made in the USA and is free from lead and other heavy metals, BPA, latex, PVC, and phthalates.

Board certified pediatrician Dr. Daniel Zoller, M.D. F.A.A.P. has this to say about when a baby is old enough to use a swing: Seat constructed with highly durable copolymer plastic, with dacromet coated hardware designed to be rust-free Other safety considerations would involve appropriate rule and limit setting. Appropriate rules would include one child on equipment at a time, no rough behavior, always looking out for other kids, and no standing on swings. These rules are as essential at home as they are at the playground.” Practice Sun Safety EcoTribe Wooden Horse Swing: EcoTribe Wooden Horse Swing is super unique, non-toxic, and made from natural materials. Ecotribe’s gorgeous Wooden Horse Swing, Giraffe, and Unicornswings are adorable, and would make a great gift! Made with chemical-free, eco-friendly smooth birch wood swing seat and strong cotton ropes, a wooden horse swing is sure to capture your baby’s attention. Learn More about wooden horse swings However, when it comes to swing materials, you want to make sure they’re designed to prevent injuries.

My family’s time at the swing set has provided hours of entertainment for our own daughter. And besides being a whole lot of fun? Swinging is good for babies and kids, too! Thirty-nine injuries were reported. Most were abrasions, bruises, cuts, and bumps to the head. Two of the reported injuries were a broken arm.