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When you bring your baby home, the adjustment can be physically and mentally taxing, and it's a good idea to have a place where you and your little one can relax and unwind. Having a great rocking chair gives you that safe space to feed and soothe your baby while you lounge in comfort.
There are a ton of excellent rocking chairs, gliders, and bouncing seats available in stores, and the key is finding one that you won't mind spending hours sitting in as you nurture and calm your baby. And the sky's the limit regarding style; whether you want something hip and modern or a cane rocker like your granny had, the perfect chair for your family is out there.
We scoured the retailers, read the reviews, and, in many cases, even sat in the seats ourselves to found the best rocking chairs and gliders out there right now for every style and price point.
Best Overall
DaVinci Maya Upholstered Swivel Glider and Ottoman
amazon.com
$574.91
Everyone should own this specific chair in their lifetime. This was the very glider I had for my daughter, and it lasted nine whole years before she and my teenager finally murdered it during the great tie-dye incident of 2020.
The set includes the chair and the ottoman, which means that unlike in a recliner, you can keep on gliding with your feet elevated. This is a big deal when you're nursing at zero dark o'clock.
It is covered in a polyester material that is truly stain-resistant to everything (except sparkly black hair dye, apparently). It's also Greenguard Gold certified, meaning that while it exceeds fire-resistance standards, it does so without any harsh chemicals.
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Best For Ultra-Modern Rooms
Tuba Swivel Glider
thetot.com
$499.00
If you've ever wondered what it would be like to be cradled in the loving arms of Baymax from "Big Hero 6," now is your chance. Having had the chance to sit in this model from Babyletto, that is the only way I can describe the feel of this rocking chair.
Again, this chair-and-a-half is also Greenguard Gold Certified, made with low VOC materials, including the softest poly-fiber blend and a steel frame.
Best for Tall Moms
Delta Children Emma Nursery Rocking Chair
walmart.com
$299.99
Delta has been making rocking chairs for decades, and their knowledge of comfort and style is unparalleled. The Emma chair is covered in soft microfiber fabric that is easy to clean and looks great in any room. The rockers on the bottom are deep enough to provide a good rock but gentle enough that you never feel unstable.
The chair is extra-deep, so those with long legs will love the stable feeling they get when they're seated. However, that also means it might not be the best for more petite parents.
Small Footprint
DaVinci Piper Upholstered Recliner and Swivel Glider
amazon.com
$349.00
If you're looking for a glider that has a smaller footprint, yet is still quite comfortable, this is it. It comes in several colors, all in DaVinci's super family-friendly polyester.
The gliding mechanism is as smooth as all of their other models, and it's free of chemical flame retardants, polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) and formaldehyde.
Best Design
Ella Rocker
wayfair.com
$499.99
To be quite honest, this rocking chair is just too good-looking not to have on the list. Yes, reviewers note that it is comfortable, and it's made with low-VOC recycled fabrics, and the base is solid and sturdy. But would you just look at it?
It's a high-end design at an accessible price. Just think of all of the age-milestone picture-taking opportunities you could have with your baby in this beautiful rocking chair.