For $99, it makes for a pretty inexpensive babysitter! When my arms need a break from carrying my newborn baby, this is my go-to. That said, here are the pros and cons that I've found after about a month of use.
Pros:
- Swings front to back and side to side. Apparently my baby only likes swinging front to back so I'm glad I bought one that allows for both.
- Plugs into wall or runs on batteries (but trust me, you won't want to be changing batteries -- mine stays plugged in all the time)
- Can play music (daytime or nighttime lullabys) or white noise (crickets/owls) and the mobile can also spin
- Baby seems to like watching the mobile and the mirror in the center
- Holds baby at about a 30 degree angle, not quite enough for a baby with reflux, but better than flat on her back
- Swing has multiple speeds and runs relatively quietly (as other reviewers stated, it does make noise, but it is white noise. I personally like being able to hear it, and I think the white noise calms the baby)
- Really cute design -- the puppy seat is made of a soft, minky fabric and for a baby item, it's pretty neutral color (gray/white and some muted pastel)
Cons:
- It's big and takes up a lot of floor space. This is not something that you'll move from room to room or travel with. I still needed a small rocker that I could take from room to room.
- I wish the angle of the swing was adjustable. My baby has reflux and a 45 degree angle tends to keep her from spitting up. Since this is maybe 30 degrees, so I can't set her in her swing right after she eats.
- To swing front to back, you have to swivel the seat to the right (baby's head is on the left and feet on the right), so this may dictate where you put the swing so the baby can face you versus facing a corner or a wall. You can't swivel the seat to the left.
- The music/white noise is on a timer so I have to get up to turn it back on when it times out
- Assembly was a bit of a pain; I recommend having two people since you'll need a third hand to hold parts in place while you put the bolts in, but it only took about 30 minutes
- My baby doesn't really fall asleep in this, so it's not the miracle soother I hoped it would be but it does calm and entertain her when my hands are full
I've been using this daily with no issues, It seems sturdy and well-built. Hopefully it lasts us a long time!
| Product Dimensions | 35.04 x 44.02 x 37.01 inches |
|---|---|
| Item model number | DRG43 |
| Batteries | 4 D batteries required. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Maximum weight recommendation | 25 Pounds |
| Care instructions | Machine washable |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Style | Snugapuppy Swing |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Batteries required | Yes |
| Battery life | 50 Hours |
| Maximum number of compatible seats | 1 |
| Item Weight | 4.41 pounds |
