How to Select Baby Walkers

Baby walkers are great to have in the house to entertain your child and get a few things done around the house at the same time. Although a baby should never spend hours on end in a walker, it's perfectly acceptable every once an a while. Since there are so many models on the market today, this article will help you choose from the best baby walkers.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Tape measure

1. Measure the distance from the bottom of the seat to the top of each baby walker. It should be short enough to allow your baby's shoulders to stick out, but long enough that his waist is hidden.

2. Consider baby walkers with an adjustable height feature. Not all babies are shaped the same. Some have extra short legs. If you can lower the toy to fit your baby, all the better.

3. Look for features on the baby walkers that stimulate your baby. If your child doesn't like music, for example, pick one without sound. If your child is fascinated by lights, make sure lights are included on the model you choose.

4. Check the bottom of the baby walkers for brakes. It is extremely important for you to be able to stop movement at any given time. Each wheel should have a break, not just 1 or 2.

Tips & Warnings

• Never use a baby walker near or around stairs and always monitor your child. There have been several accidents resulting in injury or death where a baby has rolled down the stairs.