I have a couple questions--first, can you use this for tummy time for baby? And second, what is the earliest baby can sit in the pillow? Thank you!
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Since it's like an innertube with a bottom, the baby could only sit or lay in it. I think a very young baby could be laid in it.
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1. You could use this for tummy time, but if your child is using their legs to push off at all (like when they're starting to crawl), they might go over the front edge if they're on their belly. 2. You can use this pillow immediately after birth! I found it when my daughter was about a month old, and she is almost 3 months now and still uses it.
342341
I have not try using it for tummy time, but I don't see why it would be a problem. My son has been using the lounger since he was born. Its perfect for both, to give you and idea, if you have seen the boppy pillows that are U shape, its almost the same except the lounger is at an angle, its not hollow and it is raised from the head/back area.
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This was the one item we used from the day she was born, up until 5/6 months! (and we brought it everywhere we went). I adore this product so much that I have bought it for 3 different shower gifts and all 3 friends also used this with the newborns, even the DAY their babies were born (I saw in pictures :) Highly recommend. It can be used for tummy time too, but would need to be near by to prevent rolling (which would be easier since it's at a slight incline).
342343
We used it as soon as we got home from the hospital and are still using it 3 mo later. Although not as often. And yes you can use for tummy time, but we just prefer the floor. This has become my go to baby gift!
342344
As a granny who bought the Boppy Lounger as a gift, I don't know details of use....only that the new mom loves it. Wish it had been available 40 years ago when I had babies.
713151
I do not believe a baby that young needs a pillow and I wouldn't use it for a baby that doesn't rollover yet. However, if you want to have one to try it out, get this pillow because is very slim and soft and you can use for a long time (my baby is almost 2 and still sleeps with it.
1522608
I am still using mine and she is 5 months. I would probably use it until she can sit up. However, just like the other comments, it's great for other uses such as if you need to lay the child down for anything...it's super soft and spongy!
882777
Infants should not use pillows because of SIDS. I think the recommendation is no pillow until age 2.
710770
My daughter is almost 6 months and still sleeps in ours. I will probably keep her in it as long as she is comfortable. I know Leachco does not approve this as a sleeping device, but it has been the best thing for us. It seems like you can use it well into toddler stages. It has an adjustable Velcro strap that allows you to adjust snugness on it to allow it to grow as your baby grows. Good luck!
1308536
Yes. I machine wash it all the time and my baby has been doing tummy time on it since she was 6 weeks old wthout the pillow.
1299626
I used with my son when he was about 6 weeks old and he slept good with it. I would say ask your pediatrician if you think it is too early for your baby to use it.
884455
This is great, awesome even, for my son who likes to read in bed but I'm not sure u would recommend it as a breast feeding pillow. Having tried several options for myself, I would suggest one of those half donut pillows. They seem worthless but really work the best. I can't remember the name, but they are in all baby stores I think.
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That's exactly what it's for. The pillow isn't attached at all. I used it to prop in front of my 8 month old son so he wouldn't wobble as much, then in the checkout I played with him like it was a sword to keep him occupied while we waited. It has quite a bit of padding in it, so it won't really "bend" around the baby, but it will sit in front or behind him/her very functionally.
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I borrowed a bassinet for the first 2 and half months for my first DD. We started using this when she was almost 3 months old and we have had no problems with it. The seat reclines but if you want to be sure, I think there is also an bassinet you can purchase that can be strapped to sit on top.
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Our 3.5 year old uses it and he is much more active than when he was a baby. It's a great pillow. Wish we purchased it much earlier.
611519
My baby was born a month early weighing 5lbs 6oz. He was under 5lbs when we brought him home. I bathed him on this for the first 2 months of his life in the kitchen sink without a problem! He's 4 months old now and we use it in the tub and he loves to lay back and kick and splash the water. Bath time is FUN! This pillow is PERFECT for a newborn! You can't go wrong!
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We didn't start using this until our daughter was 4 months old or so, I don't think. We only used it for her to hang out in, but sometimes she would fall asleep in it. If it is in the flat position it's probably ok for a baby to nap in, but I'd check the info from the manufacturer to be sure it's safe.
1177926
It's best to use for an infant that is at least 3 months old. I tried using it for my son when he was two weeks and he kept sliding down the cushioned support making it difficult to wash him.
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Our little one was born 6 lbs 18 inches and we have used this car seat from the day we left the hospital. She is now 6 months and we still use this car seat and have even used this car seat to help calm her down when nothing else would work and I am not just talking about the 2:00 a.m. car rides, we just strap her in and carry it around....she just feels comfortable in the car seat I guess....but as I have quickly learned some things will work for you and your little one and others might not...so if you think it has to acute of an angle, don't buy it b/c if your little one is upset in the car seat all your going to think about is "its that stinking acute angle and that darn car seat making him/her uncomfortable", even though it might not be.
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I think it's too bulky for a 17 lbs baby, I stopped using ours by 15 lbs when it started looking uncomfortable. Now I just use one of those cute u form pillows to hold babys head when falls asleep in the car, it has soft toys giraffes on the side she can play with while awake, and it's roomy so her head still has room to move.
713152
I don't believe 1 month old needs a pillow. At this age babies necks are too short and delicate and pillows may be uncomfortable. I stopped using this pillow when my babies flat spot on his head improved and almost gone.