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Lena Loves… LeapFrog Interactive High Chair

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Thanks to awesome sponsors, our home is chock-full of cool, innovative products. In fact, I’m building quite the reputation as the “go-to girl” for info on the coolest items for baby and toddler… and I’m particularly pleased to add the LeapFrog Interactive High Chair to my list of HOT Products for 2011!

I fondly remember what meal prep was like when Ryder was a bit younger. I’d strap him into his high chair, scatter a few crackers for him to munch on (didn’t want to spoil his appetite) and then proceed to flutter around the kitchen while he glared at me.

“Up.”
“Just a sec, honey. Mommy is at the stove.”
“UP. Up. UP. Up. UP UP UP!!!”

Sigh. If I only had the LeapFrog Interactive High Chair back then (thank goodness it arrived just in time for little Reid to use!). For every parent who’s ever wished their kid would just sit in his high chair and wait, this one’s for you. A bonus: your child will be entertained and have a learning experience along the way!

The LeapFrog Interactive High Chair includes three trays: an interactive tray, a dishwasher safe try, and a removable base tray. Let’s break it down.

The interactive tray features a touch sensitive screen that allows babies to thump along to the alphabet or the beat of a song. There are three learning and play settings which allow for hours of entertainment, and – should you require a little distraction for your baby during meal times – is water resistant and wipes clean effortlessly. The tray is easily removed and can even be used on it’s own as a toy.

If you’d rather separate your child’s play and dining experience, simply lift the interactive tray and switch to the dishwasher safe tray – making clean up a breeze. After the meal, I like that you can continue keeping your child entertained while you tidy up.

And as your child grows, you can simply remove the base tray and bring the high chair up to the table so junior can dine with the family. In fact, the LeapFrog Interactive High Chair is suitable for children up to 10 years old (!), making it truly a product that grows with your child.

Here’s a quick video of Ryder and Reid banging away:

And when your little one outgrows the entertainment (or you no longer subscribe to diversion tactics), you can be certain that you’ve got a quality Alpha high chair on hand – the frame is made from durable German beech wood and features and adjustable seat and foot rest area, in addition to a removable front bar. Also included are a comfy, machine washable seat pad and 5-point harness. The chair has an appealing charm that will easily enhance your home decor – and I LOVE it’s solid construction finished with white, non-toxic paint. Perhaps the only con of the design is it’s inability to fold away; but, to be honest, it’s never been a problem in this house. After all, if you’re feeding up to six times per day, why put the chair aside?

The LeapFrog Interactive High Chair is loved by both my children! (Not surprising – it’s PTPA Award Winning!) And I really appreciate the fact that the chair is built to last – and will likely be one of the few products that survive the transition from infancy to toddler years. Ar $299.99 it is certainly an investment, however, when you combine it’s educational and entertainment factor, plus the workmanship and ability to grow with your child, I do believe it’s a worthy addition to your household.

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The high chair is available at select boutique retailers across North America, including Dear-Born Baby, Baby Proofing Plus, TJ’s The Kiddies Store and more. For a complete listing of retailers in your area, please click here.


GT Baby has generously offered one Listen to Lena! reader the chance to win a LeapFrog Interactive High Chair (value $299.99)! To enter, simply visit their website and leave a comment here, telling us your favourite feature of the high chair.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

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(4) You may Tweet daily.

I’ll draw for a winner on February 6th. Good luck everybody!

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Comments

  36. Trish M.

    My favorite part of this highchair is not only the removeable interacive and dishwasher safe trays, but that you can remove them and have the highchair pulled up to the table to have your little one a part of mealtime. So important! Didn't even know LeapFrog made a highchair! Love it!

  44. Anne W

    I love the interactive top. I could sure use this right now! My daughter loves music and this would be the perfect distraction.

  80. Debbie

    I love some of the tray features-Dishwasher safe – removable tray-Has interactive activities for it-can be removed as child graduates to eating at the table.mommakoala(at)cogeco(dot)ca

  86. Katie A

    I love how stylish it is! Not to "baby baby" but a nice looking high chair that would be a great addition to any roomKatie Akatiejaneallen at gmail dot com

  91. JAM

    I love that this high chair offers play time, then with a simple swap you can be focused on meal time.Great idea!jasonallenmonks at hotmail dot com

  99. edmontonjb

    I love that it is tested for up to 10 years of age. Not that my 10-year-old would sit in a highchair but it's good to know that if an older child climbs into it playing around, they will be safe.

  149. stephsin@yahoo.ca

    My daughter would love this! Not to mention my husband who will be on Pat leave soon… I am sure this would keep her entertained so that I could come home to a nice home cooked meal!

  159. Calcolash

    I have retweeted for today about the contest :-P good luck all!twitter- wonderstruck86facebook-facebook.com/calcolashand already follow your blog..really hoping to get this for my baby neice, my sister is a single mom and could really use this not having the help of a spouse around.. also hoping it will be passed down to us as my fiance and I plan on having a baby next year :-)

  168. nervous1sttimer

    I love that it can grow with your child. Plus, it looks a darned sight better than my Eddie Bauer wooden high chair. I can't keep that darned thing clean! Lol.Janice

  169. Kyla

    Everything about this highchair is sweet! I really love the interactive tray and the fact that it has a removable, dishwasher safe insert! kyla.b2009 at hotmail.com

  200. Kimberly

    I love that this is made from solid wood and can be used for children up to 10 years old! I am not a fan of expensive products that can only be used a few months.kirbycolby at gmail dot com

  203. Jessica

    I love that the seat comes with an 8 year warranty. It makes me confidant that it would stand the test of time through however many babies we are blessed withjjak2003 at gmail dot com

  253. Shauna MacKenzie

    I LOVE Leap Frog products! Their "Letter Factory" movie helped Aidan to learn his full ABC's by age 2. And their interactive reading tools have made learning fun for both my boys. I love that the highchair has removable parts, making it easy to clean, and it distracts your child in a positive way, during crazy mealtime!

  258. Calcolash

    retweeted for today wonderstruck86such a cool idea, love that kids will be distracted while you make their meal… my neice is so impatient when it comes to food this would be so nice for her mommy and when auntie babysits :-)

  292. Dianne

    My favorite feature is the interactive tray. This would be so good to keep them occupied while the rest of the family gets to the table or while you get the table set.

  319. Katrina

    My fav aspect is def the interactive tray — this is an amazing product!!Katrinatinymansmom@sbcglobal.netwww.proverbs-31-wife.blogspot.com

  363. NicholeS

    I like the fact it can be used up to 10 years old! We can never get our two year old to sit and be patient while dinner is made. nshamblin81 at yahoo dot com

  387. Tricha

    I love the interactive tray. It will certainly keep my little one occupied while I am fixing dinner instead of holding her in one hand.

  398. lewalk

    WOW, what's not to love about this? I think I most love the interactive tray. It would be awesome to be able to keep the little one entertained while everyone else finished eating without their entertainment becoming throwing food on the floor. Lol.lewalk(at)hotmail(dot)com

  410. Eileen

    Yay…the pad is machine washable AND the tray is able to go into the dishwasher…so the washability (is that a word?) feature is what I like best!thanks much!ejrichter60 at gmail dot com

  438. Aura

    wow this highchair brings all the best components of all the highchairs on the market into one amazing product! I love the solid beechwood adjustable frame that can be used for years, the machine washable cushy seat pad and my favorite? the dishwasher safe removable tray

  536. happyenchilada

    I like the Duo language settings – English/French or English/Spanish wouldn't it be cool to start them this early learning another language! kessandcrystal(at)aol.com

  537. happyenchilada

    I like the Duo language settings – English/French or English/Spanish wouldn't it be cool to start them this early learning another language! kessandcrystal(at)aol.com

  620. Amy

    I had no idea Leap frog made anything other than toys! I love that the chair stimulates and entertains, but my favorite feature… it looks great!amytulk2 (at) hotmail (dot) com

  621. Amy

    I had no idea Leap frog made anything other than toys! I love that the chair stimulates and entertains, but my favorite feature… it looks great!amytulk2 (at) hotmail (dot) com

  694. roswell

    well the first thing i love is the way it looks , it is really nice and the best feature i think is that The footrest and seat can be adjusted to a variety of positions so the Alpha chair can grow with your family. THAT IS AWESOMEstaceyx at telus dot net

  695. roswell

    well the first thing i love is the way it looks , it is really nice and the best feature i think is that The footrest and seat can be adjusted to a variety of positions so the Alpha chair can grow with your family. THAT IS AWESOMEstaceyx at telus dot net