I'm looking for a high chair for my 6-month-old son. I want something practical that doesn't take up much space in the kitchen and that's easy to clean. Do you have experience with brands like Chicco or Polly?
The most important thing is to choose one with a removable tray that's easy to take off and wash, because you're going to be cleaning crumbs and food all the time. Folding chairs like the Chicco or Polly really take up very little space and tuck away easily in a corner of the kitchen when they're not being used. I'd say that at 6 months you might still prefer something with a really firm and adjustable backrest, because not all kids have the same stability at the same age. The two brands you mentioned are reliable and have good reviews from parents, but try to see them in person if possible because comfort varies and a child who feels comfortable there will make mealtimes much more peaceful.
For a high chair at that age, I'd really focus on something that clips onto your regular table instead of being a separate structure - like the ones with their own tray but a more compact body. Chicco has some good models, but it's worth checking if it fits in your kitchen space before buying, because some are wider than they look in photos. The really practical side is the removable tray and a stable base, because at 6 months your little one is learning to explore food and it's gonna get messy - test out how easy the chair is to clean before you decide.
Don't go straight for a big high chair with its own frame if your kitchen is small, because it'll just be in the way all the time. I bought a folding Chicco a while back and honestly the best part was finding out that the tray comes off completely, which makes cleaning up food residue so much easier - just wipe it with a damp cloth and it's ready to go.
At six months the kid is still eating very little solid food, so sometimes a more compact chair that clips onto the table (like those that just have the detachable tray) can work way better than having a whole piece of furniture taking up space. Chicco and Polly have good options in both categories, but definitely take your time reading reviews about weight and stability before you decide, because some of the smaller ones can tip over if the child moves around a lot.
I'd say at 6 months he's still in a phase where he's eating mostly porridge and puree, so a chair that pulls up to the table is really the most sensible solution - it takes up zero extra space and it's way easier to clean than all those contraptions with legs. If then at 8 or 9 months he starts eating solids and needs more height, that's when you can think about a highchair with its own tray, but right now there's no point having a contraption taking up space in the middle of your kitchen.
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