The Bottom Line
Though the Fisher Price Baby Papasan is often categorized as a baby bouncy seat, it's actually a different product altogether. For parents who want a soft, comfortable place for baby to nap, watch a learning video or check out the grown-up goings on, the Baby Papasan is perfect and worth the cost. If you're set on a chair that bounces and has a toy bar, you'll be happier with another baby seat.
Pros
- Vibrates for soothing colicky or extra-sleepy babies.
- Super soft fabrics are nice for delicate baby skin.
- Folds completely flat for storage.
- Carry handles make it easy to move baby & papasan around the house.
- Machine washable and dryer safe fabrics are easy to care for.
Cons
- Doesn't actually bounce, which may disappoint some parents & babies.
Description
- Deep cradle infant seat with vibrations and music.
- Soft fabrics and cushions surround baby with comfort.
- Removable blanket and plush bunny toy attach to seat with hook and loop.
- Plays 8 different songs.
- Non-skid feet, sturdy carry handles and folding frame.
- Great for newborns and colicky or fussy babies.
Guide Review - Fisher Price Baby Papasan
As mom to a formerly colicky baby, I wish I had the opportunity to try the Baby Papasan when my daughter was small and fussy. This incredibly soft baby chair features vibrations and music along with an extra-deep seat to cradle babies in comfort. Designed for babies who cannot sit up unassisted, the Baby Papasan would be a wonderful gift for expectant parents. This seat does not bounce like many infant chairs, but the vibrations may prove even more soothing than bouncing, and some parents feel that the Baby Papasan, with it's sturdy frame and non-skid feet, is more stable and safe than some inexpensive bouncers. A few parents complain about the angle of recline for this seat, while others praise the seat's positioning, saying it's perfect for babies with reflux who must remain semi-upright after eating or during naps. The Baby Papasan will be particularly useful to parents of infants who enjoy watching some of the many DVDs geared to this age group. The seat's angle and lack of a toy bar mean babies will have a clear view of any available entertainment, whether it be the television or mom cooking dinner. Parents can set the vibrations and music separately or use both features together. The headrest is adjustable to some extent, though parents of taller babies may find that the headrest hits their baby in the wrong place after the first few months. Overall, I found the Baby Papasan to be a high-quality product that lives up to the Fisher-Price name.
