In some of the "comments" two complaints are the tray slopes downward and the food ends up in baby's lap, and it is hard to get baby out. True??
1463033
Come to think of it, it does slope down kind of odd. Like, don't get me wrong, the thing served it's purpose, it just was definitely a bit awkward at times. It almost looked like the chair wasn't completely unfolding and locking. The tray was stuck at this 20 degree angle. Then the chair was real light, so if I'd go to pull my son out, I usually brought the chair out with me. I typically needed someone else to come over and hold it down for me. So to answer your question, the chair does have a minor tray slope and it is a bit difficult to pull the baby out.
1463034
True. But I still love this high chair! I just try to put the tray under the table so the child can use the table or give her a plate that will hold the food better. Most high chairs are kinda tricky to get their legs in. This is about like the others to me. Overall I feel like this high chair is worth it because it is a life saver. I keep this chair in my car all the time just in case I need it. That security is worth it!
1463035
The high chair collapses, so by nature, the tray is not as stiff as a "regular" high chair. We've had round food roll toward baby and make a bit of a mess... So, it doesn't necessarily slope downward, but it is soft and not perfectly flat.We haven't had issues getting baby out, but it is a bit of a tight fit, so depending on the size of the child, it could happen. (She's about 20lb right now)
1463036
The tray does have a downward slant but like a slanted cup holder in a camping chair you learn to deal with it. Obviously it can't have a rigid tray like people are accustomed to having, I don't find it hard to lift my 22# granddaughter out and I'm 67. For what I want this chair for it is ideal. Extreme ease of portability and somewhere to put a toddler while eating at a campsite. Is it like the monster chairs everyone has now.....no. But I think it fills the bill for what its designed for....camping.
1463037
haven't had the problem with the food, but it is hard to get the baby out. Ours is big, and it is a 2 person job.
841509
i have the same problem but i notice the more my baby uses it the better it stays open. but its a little tipsy due to mine having a bent bar that came that way.
74516
Yes,there is a grating on the bottom underneath the plastic.I also use a comfy pad on top of the tray.The plastic does not slide around.I have the small size for a 7 pound Chi.
700034
Its adjustable, and I noticed you mentioned being concerned about your dogs. We have 2 dogs. One is very determined to get on the dining table to search for leftovers so we are vigilant about any food left on the table. The highchair is a different matter: in the 3.5 years we've been using our chair (2 babies) neither dog has tried to get food off the tray. What falls on the floor is fair game, however.
269511
The tipping over issue is only seen when you hang a heavy handbag or diaper bag on this stroller. The instructions specifically ask not to do so and BabyJogger do not provide any accessory either to hang the diaper bag. The only other reason when it can possibly tip over is of someone leans on it while strolling and ends up putting their weight on the stroller. These both cases are more like an operator error and not really a design issue with the stroller. We have had this for more than a year and have travelled extensively with it. It has survived the airline handling, rough operation, heavy weight grocery etc in the bottom pocket and is doing very well. The tipping over issue is only seen when you hang a heavy handbag or diaper bag on this stroller. The instructions specifically ask not to do so and BabyJogger do not provide any accessory either to hang the diaper bag. The only other reason when it can possibly tip over is of someone leans on it while strolling and ends up putting their weight on the stroller. These both cases are more like an operator error and not really a design issue with the stroller. We have had this for more than a year and have travelled extensively with it. It has survived the airline handling, rough operation,... » Read More The tipping over issue is only seen when you hang a heavy handbag or diaper bag on this stroller. The instructions specifically ask not to do so and BabyJogger do not provide any accessory either to hang the diaper bag. The only other reason when it can possibly tip over is of someone leans on it while strolling and ends up putting their weight on the stroller. These both cases are more like an operator error and not really a design issue with the stroller. We have had this for more than a year and have travelled extensively with it. It has survived the airline handling, rough operation, heavy weight grocery etc in the bottom pocket and is doing very well. « Show Less
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The mattress is not neatly as firm as my pack n' play. There is no fold in it and it does lay flat. I haven't used it yet though as my 2 month old exclusively sleeps in the incline sleeper attachment right now due to reflux. However her head always falls off the little pillow into the same position and she is developing mild torticollus and a flat spot even though she is only in it about 6 hours through the night. Now that I've noticed I removed the pillow and turn her head the opposite way constantly. I still love this bassinet and recommend it, just make sure your little one changes his position.
889867
I didn't find this to be a problem since the holder can be pushed down by finger pressure as you go, which lowers the food until there is next to nothing left. However, skinny things like carrots can be trickier to mount in the holder just right so it happens correctly.
952316
The seat is as shown. What you can not see are the markings on the side and the adjustments on the bottom. It comes on level one but you can take the bottom and adjust it only to make it higher to a table. The back unsnaps to fold down and there are three notches for the tray for the babies to grow out some. I love that it is light, I can easily remove it from the chair I have it one to clean the straps daily. I have the removable tray play jungle on the floor and she plays with it. So yes you can adjust it to make it sit higher to a table without a tray if that is your reason for the question, but I perfer the tray right now or dishes would be flying off my table. :-) The seat is as shown. What you can not see are the markings on the side and the adjustments on the bottom. It comes on level one but you can take the bottom and adjust it only to make it higher to a table. The back unsnaps to fold down and there are three notches for the tray for the babies to grow out some. I love that it is light, I can easily remove it from the chair I have it one to clean the straps daily. I have the removable tray play jungle on the floor and she plays with it. So yes you can adjust it to make it sit higher to a table without a tray if that is your reason for the... » Read More The seat is as shown. What you can not see are the markings on the side and the adjustments on the bottom. It comes on level one but you can take the bottom and adjust it only to make it higher to a table. The back unsnaps to fold down and there are three notches for the tray for the babies to grow out some. I love that it is light, I can easily remove it from the chair I have it one to clean the straps daily. I have the removable tray play jungle on the floor and she plays with it. So yes you can adjust it to make it sit higher to a table without a tray if that is your reason for the question, but I perfer the tray right now or dishes would be flying off my table. :-) « Show Less
1773704
I had no problem with food sliding off the grill. I don't know how you could have put it together so food would slide off.
748288
No, I set the belly bar aside and only use the snack tray. My daughter does often pop the clear part out with her knees, though, just a heads-up about that!
1287312
The tray curves out, so I would still be concerned with my little guy slipping out underneath it. I guess it would depend on how big your child is, but since it goes across the entire front it could help.
1023937
We didn't even start on the highest level. We don't use the infant insert and we dropped down right away because the thigh space was ridiculously small and the tray at her navel. If she sits unsupported I would try either dropping down a level or removing the infant insert. Hope this helps!
75413
No. I put my daughter in & take her out w the tray on. If you want to buckle them in, it may be easier to have the tray off, but it does have multiple settings, so you can always slide & lock the tray out further if you need more room. Also, tray is easy to remove with one hand.
1455158
Yes, it just snaps on under the tray part. It can be a little hard to remove but I guess that's so the baby couldn't. We used it often but took it off too when she seemed bored with it. The tray is nice and large for toys, snacks, etc. loved this walker. Oh and it stops in it's tracks if she rolled near an edge.
201514
You're welcome! I understand. You're being cautious of course! Another item I used for all 3 of my babies was a "wedge" that kept the baby on their backs.. Course they can't roll anyway ... BUT it keeps them firmly in place - which is good.. And gives the parents more peace of mind. Good luck!! :)
372202
It does not fold down and reopen. It is thinner than the newest high chair we bought, but seriously, I strongly suggest looking elsewhere. The tray has pinched my baby's arms (to the point of bleeding), it is hard to clean, and the seat it narrow. The new one we got has wheels, which I love, but there are also a lot of good folding, portable ones. This would not be my choice.
1116174
You put the food in the nipple part and the kid sucks on it like a pacifier. Bits of food get sucked out through the holes in the pacifier part. It works great & is dishwasher-friendly, but if you're using something juicy, or if your kid is slobbery, then when they turn it upside down, all the juice that collected in it when it's in the direction as pictured runs out the other end and onto your kid and your floor. The idea is to be able to give babies real fruit (or whatever) at an age where fruit would otherwise be a choking hazard.