Best Baby Swings
are sturdy and safe

The best baby swings have a sturdy, stable frame and a wide base. Other features should include a 5 point harness, a reclining seat, removable, washable padding and music to keep the baby entertained.

Baby swings entertain the baby with fun activities and music. They also provide a chance for the parent to do some chores.

Fisher Price has a variety of popular swings. The Smart Stages 3 in 1 Rocker Swing is a full size model. Price is about $100. It has two speeds, five songs and a toy bar. The seat can easily be removed, so you can take the baby around in the infant seat.

Fisher Price has a good selection of cradle swings. The Starlight Papasan is a popular model that costs about $140-160. Features include a comfortable seat and head support. A canopy surrounds the baby. The swing can move side to side or front to back. The baby is entertained with 8 songs and stars that float all around. Push a switch and a starry night light show projects onto the canopy. Other features include 6 swing speeds, a 2 position reclining seat and volume control.

The Fisher Price Rainforest open top take along swing costs about $65-70. It has a deep cradle seat and head support for comfort. Features include:
1. Toy mobile
2. Seven rainforest songs
3. Five different swing speeds
4. Three point security restraint
5. Volume control

Graco also offers some of the best baby swings. A special swing is the Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center. It has four unique seating positions that mimic the ways parents naturally hold their babies and 4 cradling motions that create 4 distinct soothing sensations. It also has 3 reclines, 6 speeds, music and lights. Other features include a removable swaddle blanket and headrest. Included is a carrier seat that doubles as a floor rocker and a car seat compatible frame. Price is about $170-190.

Traditional Graco swings cost about $100-140, depending on the model.