Peg Perego High Chair Review: What Makes It a Mealtime Favourite?

Mealtime with kids is a wild mix of adorable, chaotic, sticky, and surprisingly sweet moments. Whether you're introducing purées or chasing spaghetti-flinging toddlers, having the right high chair can make all the difference.

Enter Peg Perego, a trusted name in Canadian households and a brand that understands the real-life needs of parents. These high chairs are built with safety, comfort, and thoughtful design in mind, all while keeping things sleek and stylish.

In this blog, we’re diving into why Peg Perego high chairs have become a go-to for growing families. From must-have features to model comparisons and maintenance tips, we’ll help you decide if this is the chair that belongs in your dining room.

Why Choosing the Right High Chair Matters

High chairs are not just an appliance; they play an important role in your child's development as well as your family's routine. From the first bite to finger foods and beyond, here are a few reasons it pays to get it right:

• Safety Matters

All Peg Perego high chairs come with safe, 5-point harnesses, anti-slip bases, and stable frames to keep your child safe, even during their most chaotic snack attacks.

• Comfort Matters

An ergonomic seat with a comfy, padded insert encourages proper posture and helps your little one focus on food, not fidgeting.

• Durability Matters

Toddlers are tough on stuff. High chairs should withstand spills and kicks and be used multiple times a day! Durability matters.

• Cleaning Made Easy

Let’s be honest, food gets everywhere. Mess-free materials and dishwasher-safe trays are a huge lifesaver for busy parents.

• Grows With Your Child

Many Peg Perego chairs convert from high chairs to booster or toddler seats, and they stick around in your home.

What Makes Peg Perego High Chairs Stand Out

Italian Design and Quality

Peg Perego brings Italian craftsmanship right to your kitchen. Known for their high-end baby gear, they combine beauty and brains, providing high chairs that are downright chic and functional.

• Sleek aesthetic: Pick a modern color or design that ties in with your home decor. No bulky plastic eyesore here.

• Premium materials: Including breathable fabrics and strong metal frames, everything feels upscale and well-designed.

Whether you're feeding your little one in a tiny condo or in a spacious kitchen, Peg Perego can fit right into any space.

Safety and Comfort Features

Safety isn’t an accessory; it’s the foundation. Peg Perego high chairs feature the latest innovations in safety:

• Multi-recline positions: for smaller babies who may not yet be sitting up independently.

• Height adjustment options: easily position the chair to your dining table or kitchen counter.

• Safe restraining harness systems: securely restrict squirmy toddlers in their high chairs with five-point harnesses.

• Comfort and support: soft, durable cushions embrace the child without overheating or discomfort.

If you have a newborn, the Prima Pappa Zero 3 has reduced recline options so that your baby can rest before, during, or after being fed. 

Versatility and Longevity

Why did you have to purchase a new chair every year when you can have it all?

• Convertible usage: Most Peg Perego models convert from an infant recliner to an upright high chair to a toddler booster.

• Endurance: Many chairs can support children up to 3 years old or older. It all depends on size and development.

• Adjustable trays and footrests: These details evolve as your child’s needs change, from first bites to attempts at self-feeding.

It’s more than a seat. It’s a growing companion.

User-Friendly Details

Mealtime can be busy and messy. Peg Perego makes your life easier with features created for real family life!

• Removable dishwasher-safe trays: Cleanup just got a lot easier.

• Compact foldability: Fold it up flat and store it away when you're not using it. It is ideal for small spaces or travel.

• Easy to move: Many models come equipped to wheel with locking and unlock, allowing you to move the chair wherever you need it.

Quick Comparison of Popular Peg Perego High Chair Models

Living High Chair

1. High-quality, compact, modern form with varying height options

2. Reclining backrest for feeding in the early stage

3. Dishwasher-confirmed cleanup of tray

4. Fit for families wanting a modern appearance that doesn't sacrifice comfort.

Prima Pappa Zero 3

1. Lightweight and compact, excellent for smaller kitchens or apartments.

2. Full recline option and suitable from birth through toddler years.

3. Simplicity of fold-and-store design, even in tight spaces.

Siesta Highchair

1. High-end unit with full padding and many recline angles.

2. The footrest is adjustable for growing toddlers.

3. Folds completely flat for easy storage.

4. Best for families looking for everyday plush comfort.

Tips for Maintaining Your Peg Perego High Chair

Likely, your high chair will be witness to three meals a day (along with snacks and many art projects). Here is how to keep your high chair in shape:

• Wipe down after every meal: Food and spills add up quickly. Use a damp cloth or a disinfectant that is safe for babies. 

• Tray cleaning: Most trays are dishwasher-safe. Check the manufacturer’s instructions for maximum temperature specifications.

• Washing seat cushions regularly: Use the marking on the bottom of the cushions to spot clean or hand wash. Some chairs have removable covers that may be machine-washable.

• Checking your harness: Make sure that the straps are clean, secure, and not twisted.

• Storing your chair: If you do need to store your chair, place it in a dry indoor area to protect the fabric and frame.

Regular maintenance will prolong the life of your high chair and make it look fresh!

FAQs About Peg Perego High Chairs

Q: Are Peg Perego high chairs safe for newborns?

Yes! Fully reclined, models such as the Prima Pappa Zero 3 will support your infant from birth.

Q: Can the trays be cleaned in a dishwasher?

Yes! Most Peg Perego trays can be cleaned in the dishwasher. All you need to do is remove them, rinse, and load them up!

Q: How long will a Peg Perego high chair last?

With proper care, many Peg Perego high chair models last 3+ years, and some can adjust for future use. Peg Perego is adjustable, so as your child grows, so does the chair.

Q: Are replacement parts available?

Yes, Little Canadian can help you find replacement trays, cushions, harnesses, and whatever you need to bring back that 'new' feeling; just ask.

Mealtime’s About to Get Way Easier (and a Lot Less Messy)

We know you’ve got enough to juggle as parents. So, your baby’s high chair shouldn’t be one of them.

Peg Perego high chairs are built for real-life parenting: the crumbs, the spills, the mid-meal wiggles, all of it. With smooth cleanups, smart design, and comfort that grows with your kid, it’s one piece of baby gear you won’t regret buying.

Browse the Peg Perego Collection and get a chair that does more than just something to sit on.