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Baby Bouncer, Rocker or Swing? Myths, Facts and How to Choose
Bouncers, rockers and swings all soothe babies, but they work differently and have different safety rules. Here's how they compare, the myths to ignore, and how to choose.
Outdoor Baby and Toddler Swings: Every Type of Swing Seat, and When to Use It
From a baby's first outdoor swing to a big-kid disc swing: the six types of swing seats, how to tell when your child is ready for each, and...
Avenlur Best Sellers: The 10 Climbers, Jungle Gyms and Kitchen Towers Families Buy Most
Up to 50% off sitewide, October 6 and 7. Our 10 best sellers: Swedish ladders, foldable jungle gyms, a wooden baby playpen, a Pikler triangle set and more.
Swedish Ladder vs. Indoor Jungle Gym: Which Is Right for Your Home?
Both give kids a place to climb every day, but they fit very different homes. Here's how a Swedish ladder and an indoor jungle gym compare on space,...
Are Wooden Playsets Better Than Plastic?
Wood or plastic? We compare strength, weight limits, outdoor wear, safety rules and how long each lasts, so you can choose play equipment and backyard playsets your kids...
Should Your Toddler Use a Kitchen Tower or a Step Stool?
A step stool adds height, while a kitchen tower adds height and rails on every side. Here’s how to choose by age, task and kitchen size, and when...
What Is a Montessori Backyard Playset?
A Montessori backyard isn’t a plastic playground. It’s a few natural wood pieces that let kids climb, dig, build and pretend their own way. Here are the four...
What Are the Best Outdoor Toys for Toddlers?
You don’t need a yard full of plastic. A climber, a water table, a sand table, a playhouse and a shady quiet spot cover almost everything a 1...
What Height Table and Chair Does a Child Need? Classroom Sizing Guide by Age
Kids table and chair heights by age in one quick chart, plus the chair-to-table rule, shelf heights and what to specify when ordering for a classroom.
Are Baby Bouncers Good for Babies? The Benefits and the One Rule Every Parent Should Know
A baby bouncer can buy you a hot cup of coffee and give your baby a happy spot to kick and watch the world. Here are the real...
Is the Chestnut 8-in-1 Indoor Jungle Gym Right for Your Family?
Eight ways to climb, hang, swing and slide in one foldable wooden frame. Here is what comes with the Chestnut 8-in-1 indoor jungle gym, how the Medium and...
Benefits of Wooden Toys for Kids: Safer, Smarter, and More Sustainable Play
Traditionally inspired, sleek wooden toys and playsets have been making a comeback lately, and with good reason. Not only are they better for the environment, but they’re also...