Why I Recommend The Upseat

I talk A LOT about the use of “containers” for babies. Swings, bouncers, standers, jumpers etc… In general, my opinion is “less is better”. These pieces of equipment serve to keep your baby in one place and to entertain them. They do not, however, promote proper physical development or function. 

The Upseat is a little different. It’s a chair for your little one that gives you the chance to do what you need to do, while also maximizing opportunities for gross motor and fine motor development. A guilt free solution :)

Swings essentially encourage your little one to melt into it’s crater and lay there passively. Standers/jumpers promote standing before their bones are ready to accept that much weight and impact while also allowing them to stand without having to use their hip or trunk muscles (don’t get me started).

Believe me, I get that not everything you do every minute of the day is about optimizing your baby’s gross motor skills! Sometimes, it has to be about making dinner, going to the bathroom, taking a shower, or finally getting out of the house and going to a restaurant! This is more than ok. It’s necessary! And it’s also beneficial for your baby in many other ways - ie social development, mom’s mental health, head shape, and more!

But why not have both? Keep your baby in a safe place, allow them to join the family at the table, encourage them to play with toys, and position them in proper alignment to promote optimal muscle activation patterns all at the same time. 

The Upseat is ideal for babies who have good head control and developing trunk control. Usually around 4-5 months. Start with 5-10 minutes at a time and increase slowly to the length of one meal time at most!! 

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(I do not make any money by recommending the Upseat)


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