Will this work for a 20 lb baby?
909804
The Puddle Jumper is more of a swim-aid for young children who are just starting out on their own. Technically it would keep the baby afloat, but it may not tighten adequately, and in that case it is possible for the baby to slip out. It isn't designed to keep the child upright necessarily, either, without some level of control on their part - the baby could end up floating on his/her stomach, face down. It is not an approved floatation device for the above reasons. Depending on your needs, safer options would be an infant life jacket, the Fluid baby vest, a baby tube (inflatable, with leg holes so the baby can't slip out - these can still tip over if the baby is active in it), or the Swimways baby spring float (9-24 months; lower center of gravity makes it less likely to tip, and has a mesh 'tray' to hold pool toys).
1547144
Well, I guess it depends on how long? I can only speak from experience. My daughters were 19 3/4 and 20 1/2 respectively and it worked great both times. I would guess it would be fine because there is no velcro or fitted areas. We used till they were both 4 mos. I would think you could try..not sure about return policy on these items. Best!
1076983
I am not sure. The baby is about 20 lbs now. At the time I bought it I wanted to be able to use it for quite a while so I think approximately 40 lbs.
280460
I use on a 20 lb dog and it's fine. Just had to make adjustments to the collar.
1654052
It should be fine! The spring adjusts and with the weight of the baby, I haven't had a problem with it so far!!
973996
I tried it on my 3 month old who is 13 lbs. it's very big and bulky. It does tighten enough so you could use it but there are other, more comfortable options for an infant. It is better for a bigger child.
1850561
that is a good question....16pounds? But it says for babies until 30 pounds...You think it is not working well for your baby?
374254
We put my 5 month old grandson in it, but he is also abt 20 lbs. , his. 20 month old brother is on it too and weighs 30 lbs. your daughter is tiny and the infant one would be better for her. I originally got it for my 20 month old grandson
533760
I suppose it could work if the baby is quite small. It's thick enough but it is rather shallow. Hope that helps.
1863386
It definitely would - you can fold up the bottom or fold down the top if the babies are too small. My friend used it with her 6 lb preemie and it worked great.
2272375
It didn't for ours as our baby was only close to six pounds when born. She is six mounths old now and still small for her size she does fit it good now. Hope this helps.
1142011
I have not had any issues with this and my baby weighs 20 lbs and bounces like crazy in this thing. Maybe it isn't put together correctly?
576681
Yes, it will work fine....our son is 22 lbs. and it works great! Plus it can transition to be used as just a booster once he's old enough.
1641073
I think the min weight limit is about 35 pounds. I think a 20 pound baby would be too small for this car seat based on my grandson being 36 pounds and it fits him good with room to grow
598189
My 10 month old who weighs 19 lbs and is 27 inches fits ok. It doesn't seem like he will fit comfortably if he was much bigger.
1364318
Hi,We don't suggest putting more then 20lbs into the item, you might be able to get away with it since you would only be a lb over, but our recommendation is up to 20lbs. Also they may not be too comfortable in there. We wouldn't hold it against you if you purchased 2 :).
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No, it should be fine. My baby is small (18 months, 22 pounds) and we've been using it for the past few months. It's adjustable.