Which baby rocker should you choose? A complete guide to the criteria to target

Find out how to choose your baby's rocker! Age requirements, selection criteria, available models... We'll tell you everything, without taboos!

Quel transat bébé choisir ? Guide complet des critères à cibler

Do you want to put your baby down safely without feeling guilty?

A baby rocker can quickly become your best friend. You just need to choose the right one...

  • Faced with the multitude of baby rockers available on the market, which one should you choose?
  • According to what criteria?

The advantages of the baby rocker

The baby rocker is a must-have for young parents:

  • Mobile and lightweight : you can move it to any room.
  • Safe for baby : it allows you to put your baby down with complete peace of mind.
  • Daily support : practical for taking a shower, cooking, working...
  • First “seat” : designed for awareness and observation.
  • Promotes awakening : ideal with an arch.
  • Soothing effect : Rocking naturally calms.

How to choose the right baby rocker?

  • Safety: 3 or 5 point harness, suitable seat .
  • Comfort: soft, washable, breathable fabric.
  • Stability + lightness: stable wooden or metal frame.
  • Scalable and durable: some models follow baby's growth.
  • Design: the rocker is part of your decor, so you might as well choose a beautiful one.

When to choose your baby's rocker?

From pregnancy onwards. At Charlie Crane, our rockers are designed to last up to 7-9 kg.

From what age should you put your baby in a rocker?

From birth to 1 year. Some, like the LEVO , then become chairs.

Baby's age Utility Advice
0 – 3 months Lying position With reducer, close to parents
3 – 6 months Holds his head, awake Add an awakening arch
6 – 9 months Wiggle, interact Ensure stability, never leave it unattended
9 months and over Rest, reading Short use (max 20 min)
“Thanks to an ergonomic lying position perfectly adapted to baby's morphology, our LEVO baby rocker can be used from birth!”
  • Adapted inclination
  • Safety harness
  • Soft and washable fabrics

Our rockers are “infant-friendly” 😁


2 models of rockers that babies love

1. The iconic: the LEVO baby rocker

👉 See the LEVO rocker

  • Scalable : can be used for up to 5 years
  • Secure : adjustable 3-point harness
  • Design : beech or oak wood, many colors
  • Eco-designed : sustainable wood, organic cotton
  • Lightweight : only 3.6kg

Accessories: play arch , hypoallergenic sheepskin

2. The new kid on the block: the NEWBORN baby rocker

👉 See the NEWBORN rocker

  • Reassuring cocoon : breathable fabric, from 0 months
  • 2 positions : awake and resting
  • Height : baby at table height
  • Safety : 5-point harness
  • Practical : washable cushion, TOBO compatible

Good to know:

  • After NEWBORN, move on to the baby set .
  • NEWBORN can only be used with the TOBO chair.

LEVO or NEWBORN? The choice is yours!

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How long should I leave my baby in his rocker?

About 1 hour per day, as needed. Do not leave him on his back for too long to avoid plagiocephaly.

What is the difference between a rocker and a swing?

Characteristic Rocker Swing
Functioning Fixed or manual Motorized
Movement Natural swing Rocking or vibrating
Energy None Batteries or mains
Objective Observation, rest Quick relief
Design Minimalist Bulky
Age 0 to 6-9 months From birth

We hope this guide will help you make the right choice!

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