How wide is this and how well does the back hold up when a toddler leans against it while sitting, if it's not backed up against a wall? Also, is the foam thick/firm or simply compresses to nothing when pressed or laid on? Sturdy enough to last 7 years...
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Hi I have a 16 month old who weighs about 24 pounds who likes to push the chair up to objects and step up on the back to climb and the foam barely gives on her. Also the foam is fairly firm on the part you sit/lay on but is still comfortable feeling I have even used it as a pillow a few times. The arms give some when you lean on the side but have always bounced back and according to the tag on the bottom the width measurement of the seat from the inside of the arms is 16 inches. Not sure if it will hold up 7 years but we have had ours about 6 months and it still has the shape it did when we first got it. Hope that helps.
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I have had mine for a year. So far it holds up fine. The lumbar supports help a lot in an area that does tend to blow out over time.
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This is better than most but not perfect, I would estimate it would be at a good level of firmness for probably 18 to 24 months. It is good not great. (BTW it did not have much of any odors out of the box, which was a pleasant surprise for us) Hope this helps
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I don't know exactly how long I've had mine but I have absolutely no complaints about it! It has had no problems it doesn't have any wear spots or sag where it has been sat on the most! I do have to say it is a bit uncomfortable to lay lengthwise on tho! But if you just use the reclining parts it's great!
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I have 2 of these and have not had that problem at all. One is now being used in a toddler bed and rolling to the edge is still not a problem. And to respond to the other persons comment about comfort- my son is now 3 and able to tell me whether he's comfortable and he still sleeps well on this bed. At this point, he's slept on adult mattresses at grandparents' houses and we've had no problem with this mattress when he comes home. An infant mattress is supposed to be firm and this is but I don't find it to be uncomfortable or excessively hard.
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2 adults fit comfortably on the couch. The cushions are soft. It has held ip fairly well. I had it for 7 months. I have 3 young children who constantly climb on it and occasionally jump on it. Mine I'd on s hardwood floor so it does slide because its lightweight. I washed the covers from the cushions in the washing machine and they came out great.
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Firm. We also have the squishy cooshie one and the soft gear one - the kids like those. They don't like to sit on this one. I'd recommend against it for long sitting at homeschool.
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A family members baby has been sleeping on it since she first came home and she is just fine. My 9 mo old sleeps on it every night since she was 7 mo old, I highly recommend it. Her head doesn't sink into the mattress but it's definitely not as firm as regular baby mattresses
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We've had this mattress for 2.5 years (1 year on infant side and 1.5 on toddler side) and haven't really noticed much of any sag. Just like any mattress, whether it's for a child or an adult, rotating (not flipping) it every once in a while is probably a good idea though. Honestly, If you're on the fence, aiso check out the Lullaby Earth Super Lightweight Crib Mattress 2-stage. It's made by the same company, except I believe that the Naturepedic line offers organic materials whereas Lullaby Earth does not. The Lullaby Earth is a very good option if you want a mattress that's free from chemicals (and you don't mind that it's not organic). We've had this mattress for 2.5 years (1 year on infant side and 1.5 on toddler side) and haven't really noticed much of any sag. Just like any mattress, whether it's for a child or an adult, rotating (not flipping) it every once in a while is probably a good idea though. Honestly, If you're on the fence, aiso check out the Lullaby Earth Super Lightweight Crib Mattress 2-stage. It's made by the same company, except I believe that the Naturepedic line offers organic materials whereas Lullaby Earth does not. The Lullaby Earth is a very good option if you want a mattress that's... » Read More We've had this mattress for 2.5 years (1 year on infant side and 1.5 on toddler side) and haven't really noticed much of any sag. Just like any mattress, whether it's for a child or an adult, rotating (not flipping) it every once in a while is probably a good idea though. Honestly, If you're on the fence, aiso check out the Lullaby Earth Super Lightweight Crib Mattress 2-stage. It's made by the same company, except I believe that the Naturepedic line offers organic materials whereas Lullaby Earth does not. The Lullaby Earth is a very good option if you want a mattress that's free from chemicals (and you don't mind that it's not organic). « Show Less
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I weigh 130 lbs, my husband weighs about 160 lbs and we each sometimes lay or sleep on this mattress with our 4 year old (it's her bed), she weights about 30 lbs. It supports us just fine. I find the mattress to be a little firm but after a little bit softens up. Our daughter thinks it's comfy. Our mattress is about a year old and shows absolutely no wear. I think it was worth the money.
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i bought it a while ago soon after my son turned 2. we use it at the kitchen table when making art projects. i still use his high chair when eating since he does not resist sitting it in still. i think if i sat him in the booster seat i would have a mess on my floor :-) my son sits very well in this seat - he is 2 1/2 years old, weighs 28 pounds, and (I'm not totally sure on his height) is a little short for his age. i feel that this booster seat will last at least 2 more years for him. fyi...i saw this exact seat at Walmart the other day for just over $10. You could probably go there and see if they have it in order to see it first-hand. i bought it a while ago soon after my son turned 2. we use it at the kitchen table when making art projects. i still use his high chair when eating since he does not resist sitting it in still. i think if i sat him in the booster seat i would have a mess on my floor :-) my son sits very well in this seat - he is 2 1/2 years old, weighs 28 pounds, and (I'm not totally sure on his height) is a little short for his age. i feel that this booster seat will last at least 2 more years for him. fyi...i saw this exact seat at Walmart the other day for just over $10. You could probably go there and... » Read More i bought it a while ago soon after my son turned 2. we use it at the kitchen table when making art projects. i still use his high chair when eating since he does not resist sitting it in still. i think if i sat him in the booster seat i would have a mess on my floor :-) my son sits very well in this seat - he is 2 1/2 years old, weighs 28 pounds, and (I'm not totally sure on his height) is a little short for his age. i feel that this booster seat will last at least 2 more years for him. fyi...i saw this exact seat at Walmart the other day for just over $10. You could probably go there and see if they have it in order to see it first-hand. « Show Less
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Does it last a long time? -- I'm 6'4"/260 and use it daily in my home-based office and after 8 months it's starting to give out. I'll guess that I'll either give it away or put it out for the trash by it's 1 year anniversary....Is it sturdy? -- Initially, yes - now, the arms have come loose and the piston is failing (so the seat sinks and rocks side-to-side).Does it lean back? -- yes, the entire seat and back will lean back comfortably.
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It is certainly sturdy enough to sit on for extended periods. My wife used it and never complained about comfort sitting. However, I do not recall if she ever sat on it for 30 minutes straight. She did like using it better than using a wheel chair.
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My son is 5 months and weighs about 20 pounds and still fits in this.(in fact my toddler climbs in with the baby) Adrian(the babe) rolls about and doesn't roll out of it. The sides have a nice sturdy foam that I will actually lean the baby on during tummy time. Until recently I had this on a dresser and moved it to the floor. I use it while visiting places as well.
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VERY sturdy, 1 year is the perfect age to start using it. My 2.5 year old has used it from 12 mo until now and it's getting too small.
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I've had this for a while now and haven't had any trouble with it starting to tear or break apart. It's been a little smashed because it's in the back with my kids, but it still maintains its shape as it did when it was new. I'd call that pretty durable; we've had no issues with it.
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We haven't done this because I really value the super sturdy nature of the design. We always have at least two kids in there and our huge 7 year old (78 pds!) always leaning over the side. He is so tall he probably doesn't need to be in it but refuses to get out, etc.