4Moms Mamaroo Infant Seat, Black

Comment: We had this mamaroo waiting for our son and first sat him in it when he was just a few day's old. He's two months now. I agree with all the other reviewers who have said this is too slow. It's completely true. He would definitely prefer the motion of a traditional swing (I am guessing) when he is fussy. So we have to pick him up when he is fussy, but he loves this machine . He especially loves the womb sound and he sleeps very well in it, so it must be comfortable for him. It's his little home away from us. I can even set him down and he will play and look around by himself and he is very content and feels safe and happy in this thrown as we call it. Half the time we don't even bother putting the motion on. And he can't tell the difference between any of the different movements. It's just the sound and the size and shape that he likes. The ball mobile isn't important either. He'd much rather look out the window or at a ceiling fan. I would only give it 4 stars except for we use this thing all the time; and I think a traditional swing wouldn't be as comfortable for him.

Comment: We really wanted to like this swing but, when it arrived our son was 4 weeks and it doesn't sooth our newborn. We have used it for over a week and he just doesn't like it. If he is sleepy or asleep and we put him in it he wakes up and cries. If he is upset already it doesn't sooth him at all. No matter his mood at the time, whenever he is placed in the chair he gets fussy and stays fussy. He has never been in another swing so, I don't believe its that it is too slow... I don't think it goes in the directions he likes. The [...] review says that it vibrates (which it does not) and it does not swing forwards and backwards. You have to pause it and manually move the swing to tilt the chair. The chair has very smooth movements and the white noises my son does like. Additionally, the mp3 hook up is great! In the end we will have to return this purchase :(

Comment: I just love the momaroo! my 1 mo loves it too. everyone that comes to visit is totally wow'd by it.

Comment: I have pretty much the same complaints as the other 3 star reviewers but I gave it two stars because I am that dissapointed in it.

- When baby is small, the recline positions aren't great.
- Can't be swaddled in the mamaRoo (without creative adjustments by the owner) which is crucial for a colicky/reflux baby. Speed options need to increase.
- Motion options are great but too slow for a fussy baby - if asleep, he goes right in, if awake he lasts about 10 minutes, if fussy there is no calming him
- The fabric they use on this is similar the fabric used in most diaper bags - you know, slick, not soft or comforting, feels waterproof like a tent or something.
- Where is the cozy head rest on this for infants? My son is strong enough to hold his head but for a newborn? There is no way I would put mine in there before he could hold his head up and by then he would probably be too big for it. I have considered rigging my own but who wants to go through that when they just paid $200 for a swing.
-LCD backlight doesn't time out just stays on while the machine is powered on.
-Mobile hangs really low and doesn't move on it's own, he likes it for a little while and then seems to get over stimulated or maybe he just doesn't like the swing.
- I wouldn't really categorize it as a "bouncer" it's too slow to really bounce and it doesn't vibrate in any of the modes, not even car ride.

PROS (if these are your only requirements god bless you and your baby because he/she must be the most pleasant baby of all time. Lucky you!!)
- small footprint
- slick looking
- easy to put together
- mp3 attachment
- plug powered

Honestly, I'm shocked this was made by 4 mothers and none of them thought the above were crucial components of a baby swing/"bouncer". I am giving this thing a full week and then it's getting exchanged for something faster, more comforting, and with better recline. Although reading my review I should probably just take it back today, sigh.

Comment: I caved in and bought it because of the great reviews, the modern look, and saw a deal on it.

The reviews about it being too slow are accurate. It should move at least twice as fast on the highest setting. She will sit in it if she's not fussy, but it doesn't really soothe. I think for the price the mobile should be a little more entertaining. It should turn, light up, or something. Keep in mind the canvas material can get warm like a carseat on a hot day if you don't have the AC running. On the other hand, it is durable and does make it easy to wash.

The variety of white noise is a good feature. The music player attachement is nice to have too. The speaker volume varies depending on the source. The white noise volume is adjustable and can get pretty loud. I tried it with the orignal iphone and it was too soft, but my ipod mini works great with it.

Definitely try it out or check the video reviews before buying it. I haven't given up hope. I'm hoping that it grows on my little one because I really do love the way it looks and the small footprint. But right now, the simple fisher price one I have does a way better job of soothing her.