Get to Know Your Manual Nursing Chair Options
Manual nursing chairs come in two main styles: recliner gliders and rocking chairs. Here's a quick look at 7 options in our collection, so you can see how their features, sizing and setup differ at a glance.
- iL Tutto Chelsea Recliner Glider | Suitable stage: Pregnancy, feeding and beyond | Size (cm): H: 100, W: 75, D: 80 | Weight: 46kg | Key features: Spring-loaded recline, firm high backrest suited to taller parents, 360° swivel, glider base and 130kg capacity
- iL Tutto Billie Recliner Glider | Suitable stage: Pregnancy, feeding and beyond | Size (cm): H: 97, W: 92, D: 95 | Weight: 46kg | Key features: Plush high backrest, wider seat, spring-loaded recline, 360° swivel and 130kg capacity
- Cocoon Rio Reclining Glider | Suitable stage: Pregnancy, feeding and beyond | Size (cm): H: 105, W: 78, D: 83 | Weight: 56kg | Key features: Full recline, high backrest, 360° swivel, glider base and eco-performance bouclé fabric
- Cocoon Plush Reclining Glider | Suitable stage: Pregnancy, feeding and beyond | Size (cm): H: 101, W: 76, D: 94 | Weight: See listing | Key features: Full recline, high backrest, 360° swivel, glider base and seat height of 49cm
- Quax Rocking Nursing Chair | Suitable stage: Pregnancy, feeding and beyond | Size (cm): H: 96, W: 70, D: 106 | Weight: 13kg | Key features: Integrated headrest, solid birch runners with felt underside, removable washable fabric and 150kg capacity
- Boori Byron Rocking Chair | Suitable stage: Pregnancy, feeding and beyond | Size (cm): H: 87.4, W: 64, L: 100.8 | Weight: See listing | Key features: European Beech frame, removable cushion cover, matching rocking footstool included and packed flat
- Nuage Interiors Cloud Rocker & Ottoman | Suitable stage: Pregnancy, feeding and beyond | Size (cm): H: 96, W: 74, D: 100 | Weight: 30kg | Key features: Bouclé upholstery, matching ottoman and lumbar pillow, and beechwood rockers that swap for fixed cone legs
Use-Cases and Compatibility
The right manual nursing chair depends on how you like to sit, your space and how long you'd like to use it.
- For putting your feet up during feeds
A recliner glider lets you lean back and raise your legs. The iL Tutto Chelsea and iL Tutto Billie use a spring-loaded recline, while the Cocoon Rio and Cocoon Plush offer a full recline.
- For a gentle rocking motion
Rocking chairs suit parents who like a natural back-and-forth rhythm for settling. The Quax Rocking Nursing Chair and Quax Nordic Rocking Chair have felt-lined runners to protect your floors.
- For smaller nurseries
Rocking chairs are generally lighter and slimmer than recliner gliders. The Boori Byron Rocking Chair comes with a matching footstool and is packed flat for home assembly.
- For a chair that moves to the living room later
The Nuage Interiors Cloud Rocker and Jolié Rocker come with both rocking blades and fixed legs, so they can become a standalone armchair when the nursing days are over.
Looking After Your Manual Nursing Chair
A little regular care keeps your nursing chair looking fresh for years. Always check the care instructions for your specific model.
Vacuum regularly - Use a soft brush attachment to lift dust and crumbs from the seat and seams.
Spot clean spills - Blot spills promptly with a damp cloth and mild detergent rather than rubbing. Some covers, such as the Quax, are removable and washable.
Protect your floors - Check the felt pads on rocking runners from time to time and replace them if they wear.
Check fittings - Tighten any screws or bolts if they loosen over time, especially on rocking and gliding bases.
Keep children off the mechanism - Don't let children play on the chair, the footrest or the runners, and close any recline when the chair isn't in use.
What to Check Before You Buy:
- Recliner or rocker
Recliner gliders let you put your feet up and usually swivel, while rocking chairs are lighter and have a simpler rocking motion.
- Measure your space
Allow room for the chair to recline, glide or rock, and compare each model's width and depth with your nursery.
- Check your seated comfort
Look at backrest height and seat width. Taller parents may prefer a high backrest like the Chelsea or a chair with an integrated headrest.
- Think about safe feeding
If you feel drowsy during a feed, place your baby on their back in their own cot or bassinet rather than sleeping in the chair together.
Looking for more options? Explore our wider range of electric recliner chairs, iL Tutto manual recliner chairs and nursing pillows.
