When it comes to baby gear, finding a high chair that balances practicality, safety, and design is no easy task. The Nuna BRYN is a fantastic premium option from Nuna, seamlessly blending functionality and comfort with a sophisticated design.
Design
The Nuna Bryn blends beautifully into a contemporary home. Its clean lines, natural colour palette and sophisticated materials make it feel more like a piece of upscale furniture than baby gear.
The high chair is constructed from a combination of smooth wood and durable, high-quality plastics that give it a solid, sturdy feel. The seat features a premium, wipeable tweed fabric that looks and feels luxurious but is practical enough to handle the inevitable spills and stains. In terms of aesthetics, it’s an absolute winner – a perfect fit for design-conscious parents who don’t want to sacrifice style for functionality.
Comfort
The chair’s deep, well-cushioned seat cradles babies securely, and the high back provides excellent support for long feeding sessions. It’s clear that Nuna put thought into making this chair as ergonomic as possible, ensuring that youngsters are comfortable no matter how long they sit.
The BRYN also excels in usability. Assembly is simple and easy, with no tools required – I had the chair fully set up in about 15 minutes!
The footrest is adjustable, and I appreciated this small but significant feature as it can impact the long term usability. As baby grows, you can customise the chair to ensure that legs are properly supported, which adds to the overall comfort.
Adaptability
Over time, the needs of a toddler start to change and often a need to transition from the high chair stage, to something more practical. When they’re ready to sit at the family table, you can then use the BRYN seat without the tray, allowing little ones to join in on mealtime activities with the wider family.
As your child becomes more independent and learns to climb in and out of the chair on their own, the BRYN can be further customised for their new stage of development. Simply remove the harness, armbar, and seat pad to convert it into a regular chair. This feature ensures that the BRYN continues to be a functional and stylish seating option for your child until they reach six years old or 60 pounds providing longevity.
Safety
Of course, no matter how good a high chair looks or how comfortable it is, safety is the most important factor. The BRYN comes with a 3-point harness and MagneTech Secure Snap™ self-aligning magnetic buckle that effortlessly clicks and locks into place on its own making it incredibly easy to secure baby firmly in place.
The chair itself is very stable. Its wide, solid base prevents any wobbling or tipping, even with baby moving awkwardly about. Plus, the non-slip feet ensure that the chair stays put, whether it’s on hardwood floors or carpet providing additional peace of mind.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Babies are the messiest eaters, and cleaning up after every meal can be a hassle. Thankfully, this chair keeps it simple and easy. The large tray table has a smooth surface with rounded edges for easy cleaning with a quick wipe or rinse.
Generally, the BRYN’s design features minimal crevices for food and crumbs to get stuck so it’s less time spent digging out stubborn bits of food from hard-to-reach areas. This design detail not only makes daily clean-ups quicker, but also helps maintain a more hygienic environment for your baby.
We absolutely loved this highchair! The BRYN is definitely a premium option for those looking for high quality materials, thoughtful design, and attention to detail. Longer term, the investment is more than justified thanks to the flexibility in the design meaning it will grow with your child and provide a lasting dining solution.
The Nuna BRYN is available now in Maple Wood, priced £350, and Black Walnut, priced £400, available from John Lewis.
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