While only two of the chairs below are water-repellent and stain-resistant, those are two other features to look out for in something you’ll be spending a lot of time feeding in and will inevitably spill on. Many of these models also come with lumbar pillows, which, speaking from personal experience, actually make sitting in one for extended periods of time - when you’re feeding on demand or dealing with a baby that just won’t sleep - that much more comfortable. For the ultimate comfort experience, a few gliders even recline so you can put up your feet, lean back, and enjoy a rocking motion, all at the same time.įeatures and accessories: For chairs that don’t recline, an ottoman is often included or can be bought separately so that you can still kick up your feet if you so desire. Some of these chairs also swivel, allowing you to turn around 360 degrees (though not all chairs offer 360-degree rotation). Mechanism: At its most basic, a glider chair rocks back and forth using a smooth gliding motion. Below, their ten favorites, which cover almost every décor style and budget.īest overall | Best (less-expensive) overall | Best reclining | Best (less-expensive) reclining that swivels | Best (electronic) reclining | Best wingback | Best (less-expensive) wingback with storage ottoman | Best wide seat | Best traditional | Best (less-expensive) traditional To find the best glider rockers, we spoke to Goldman and nine other baby-gear experts and parents. “The key to a good glider is that it’s comfortable enough to play host to constant late-night feedings and endless rocking sessions (often coupled with podcast-listening or mindless Instagram scrolling),” says Ariane Goldman, the founder of maternitywear line HATCH Collection.

Generally, they offer a smoother, more comfortable ride. As opposed to traditional rocking chairs, gliders have seats that move forward and backward, with some models even made to swivel or recline. If anything can turn a midnight feeding into a (somewhat) luxurious experience, it’s the right glider rocker.

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