The Tempo has three settings; a reclined position for newborns with a gentle rocking motion and two higher stances which allow for more bounce. The sucking reflex is important for infant nutrition and is used in both breastfed and bottle-fed babies.

The six quiet swing speeds and multiple melodies, along with the toy bar, will help to keep your baby occupied and soothed. However, some bouncers are not safe for newborns, and it’s always wise to check the manufacturer’s recommendations. As a unit, it’s small, light and simple to manoeuvre, but alas, it’s only suitable for babies up to about six months (9kg) so we were sad that Jasper grew out of it.You can find Millie’s advice on the dos and don’ts of baby bouncers, the right age to use them and other frequently asked questions at the bottom of this article, beneath my full reviews of the best bouncers on the market. You don’t need to spend an arm and a leg to find a safe and reliable bouncer with vibrations for your little one. In other cases, sometimes you just can’t compete with the soothing rhythm or vibration of a bouncer when your baby is fussy. I also like the simplicity of the front panel which secures him - no fiddly straps over his shoulders to wrestle with.

Also view the frequenty asked questions at the bottom of the page for useful tips about your product.We just wish it lasted longer: the Munchkin shouldn’t be used after your baby can sit up, and by five months Jasper was already looking precarious in it. This can include up and down, side to side, and even other features like figure eights or kangaroo motions. The Graco Doorway Bumper Jumper features a simplified style that’s straightforward and easy to install in a doorway. This included during and after feeding, when he was watching baby sensory videos and when he was just hanging out with me as I was doing chores. Bouncers are an ideal part of your baby’s gear that can keep them occupied when you need to accomplish a task or soothe a fussy baby.

We were also a fan of the adjustable ‘head hugger’ insert which sticks to the back independently without any straps, so is easy to move up and down or remove; and the ‘nip-proof’ harness clips. I love a bouncer, because you can move it into the kitchen when preparing dinner and then move it into the bathroom so you can grab a quick shower whilst having a clear view of your baby. Finding the best baby bouncer to suit your little one could actually change your life as a new mother - and I say that as one of them. However, most bouncers are rated for use from newborn stage through late infancy — usually around nine to 12 months of age. With no batteries or cords, the Nuna Leaf’s gentle side-to-side motion lasts for several minutes before you have to give it a nudge again, unlike most other non-motorised swings on the market which require near-constant pushing.

Designed to soothe your child with rhythmic motions, a baby rocker or bouncer provides a safe place to put them down when you need your hands back. I have tried and tested many brands but I find the Baby Bjorn bouncer to be the most flexible and rythmic to bounce,” she says. We’re not saying that your toddler will let you strap them into a bouncer when they’re able to run around the house. This cheap and cheerful model is a 2-in-1 bouncer and rocker that will take your baby from newborn, strapped in and reclined, to toddler with harness removed and the unit set to stationary, using the kickstand at the back.