Traditional Rocking Chair - Charm and Warmth

The most comfortable models have a high back which supports your head, and that curves from side to side.

A well-constructed rocker will move noiselessly, and all surfaces will be smooth. The back of the chair should lean slightly backward for comfort.

When choosing a rocker as part of your baby furniture, select a hardwood chair,like oak or maple, rather than one made of a soft wood, which will dent more easily. A well-made rocking chair will become a family heirloom.

When rocking your baby, be sure that any small children playing in the room don't place hands or feetunder the rocking chair.

When your toddler is old enough to rock in the chair herself,make sure that she doesn't rock so hard she tips the chair over. (This is hard to do, but it's possible!)

Check out these traditional rocking chair safety tips.