The jumpers with all the different toys and the option to hang more toys are great," said Good Housekeeping Institute Executive Director of Textiles Lexie Sachs, a mom of two young kids. "I tried out more simple activity centers, hoping for something that looks less babyish, but my kids weren't impressed." And, she noted, since she wanted to keep a baby in the jumper while she made dinner or got dressed, she needed it to hold their attention for 15 minutes. Granted, this won't last through preschool like Skip Hop's jumper-to-table (also on our list), but Bounce Bounce Baby becomes a toddler toy table that's useful until about your child's second birthday. Because there are no overhead arches, it has a slightly lower profile than other baby jumpers. We especially like that you can replace the seat with a net that holds toys for your toddler to fish out. J umping will not help your baby learn to walk. In fact, too much time in a jumper could be detrimental. "A baby's motor development is best supported by playing on a mat on the floor, practicing tummy time, rolling and sitting," says pediatric physical therapist Magdalena Oledzka, Ph.D., clinical lead for pediatric rehabilitation at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. "Sitting a baby in a jumper places your baby on their toes and creates altered biomechanics. Used too much, it may contribute later to a tightness in the calf muscles and bias toward toe walking." Suitable from when baby can sit up unaided, stationary entertainers and bouncy jumperoos keep baby in one spot—making them perfect for moments when you have your hands full and need a few extra minutes for you. Your little one will be surrounded by fun activities to keep them entertained, and you can keep an eye on them knowing they can’t crawl off.

The Bright Starts Disney Baby Minnie Mouse Jumper brings cheer with baby’s forever bestie, Disney Minnie Mouse! Engage your little one with 10 Minnie-themed toys and activities. This activity jumper includes an electronic toy station, dangling Minnie toy, heart-shaped mirror, roller drum with beads and more!To create this roundup of best baby jumpers, our experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute tested a variety of both freestanding jumpers and those that hang in doorways. We looked at the top brands and gave preference to jumpers that have been on the market for enough time to get month-over-month reports. We examined 15 baby jumpers in our Lab and sent those same jumpers to parents for use with more than 10 energetically bouncing babies at home. During our testing of the Jumperoos, we analysed their build quality, portability, size and functionality. In terms of our commitment to reviewing and testing the latest Jumperoos (for this article), we are continually testing the latest offerings from top brands in the UK. This means that when a brand releases a new and improved model, we attempt to put it to the test and upgrade our older Jumperoos where applicable.

Having a large, colorful and possibly noisy toy center is something most first-time parents of newborns hope to avoid, but as an infant grows more curious and begins to sit up, it's easier to see the appeal of giving them their own baby-centric indoor playground. A jumper does take up space, and its aesthetic is usually aimed at babies, but jumpers can provide parents with a few minutes to prepare dinner or clean up while the baby is having fun. Bouncing up and down is by no means required for development. Tummy time, which leads to rolling and crawling on the floor, is what sets your baby up for walking, according to pediatric experts. With those factors in mind, we suggest using a baby jumper no more than 15 minutes a day. Naturally, the zaniest-looking jumper was the favorite of our tester babies and therefore won over their parents too. Every tester and parent appreciated the variety of engaging activities and sensory toys that keep a baby entertained. There's a toy piano, a mini bead maze, several kinds of spinning toys and more. You can also set it to say words and phrases in English, Spanish or French. For example, it can name colors in any of the three languages. It plays six songs and, in keeping with Baby Einstein's roots in educational entertainment, they're all classical compositions, including tunes from Beethoven and Vivaldi. Jumperoos are excellent for the development of your baby but they shouldn’t be used for extended use. Whether you need to pop to the toilet or simply require your hands for a task, they are the perfect solution. All of our recommendations above are suitable for a range of budgets and include those that standalone to those that hang on your doorframe. Some jumpers come with lots of included activities, and many offer space for you to add your own toys.With over 13 toys and activities, the Disney Baby Finding Nemo Jumper is designed to promote fine motor skills and shape recognition. There’s a shark with a mouthful of colourful beads, a puffer fish with a mirror and a starfish-shaped teether to soothe baby’s gums. Light-up piano keys play ocean-themed tunes for more sensory fun in this baby activity center. Baby jumpers, like the Jumperoo, are safer, but parental supervision is important. You should also take note of the following:

This activity center is popular because of its modern design and attractive color palette. The seat spins around completely, and there are a half dozen stylish toys, though some testers felt that the activities didn't hold their babies' attention for very long. (You can always buy other toys to sit on the tray.) One cute feature: A clear panel lets your baby stare down at their own feet as they step on the toy piano and activate it.

Conclusion

Make sure the jumper is in an open, level space . It will be safest if you keep it within your eyesight, and your baby will be happiest if they can see you too. The huge plus of this model is that it converts to a useful preschool table when your baby starts cruising, which means taking steps while holding onto something. The springboard is designed to take the place of the seat, forming a flat tabletop, and the whole thing becomes a great table for coloring, playing with dough and other toddler and preschool activities.