Re: Highchair to chair
The second hand highchair we bought for use with DD1 fell apart when she was about 7 months, so she went straight in a booster seat (which had no tray) there and then. No problems because we strapped her in with reins and because she was more than happy to be fed until she was 3+. We were then given a highchair for DD2 and she is still in it at almost 2, which was a Godsend because she wanted to self-feed by 6 months, and so the tray was essential. I am in no hurry to move her out of it as it makes sure she stays put, is easy to clean & keeps the food roughly where I want it (she always empties the food either onto the tray or the floor, so Im trying to encourage her to use the plate or she will be eating off the tablecloth eventually).
So, I guess what my experience says is, it's up to you and your child - each one is different!
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