Raising Your Mini-Me: The Perfect Tower Height for Little Helpers Who Want to Be Big Chefs
If you're looking to include your child in your day-to-day activities, a toddler tower is a great solution. After reading our previous article, you likely have an idea of the type of protection you need on all four sides of the tower. Now, let's focus on the height of the tower, which is an essential consideration. With the variety of sizes available, it's important to find the tower that has the perfect dimensions for your little one.
First, let's talk about height. It's essential to choose a toddler tower that's the right height for your child's safety and comfort. The waist of your child should be at or below the guard rail at the front, while their arms should come above it. This is the safest and most comfortable position for your little one to stand while using the tower.
To ensure you choose the right height, you need to measure carefully and check the dimensions of the tower. The standard kitchen counter is 36 inches tall, which is the same height as most toddler towers. However, it's also crucial to consider the distance from the floor to the platform. A toddler tower with an adjustable base can come in handy at this point.
An adjustable platform allows the tower to grow with your child, ensuring that it's always the right height for them. Most adjustable toddler towers have between two and four levels, allowing you to raise or lower the platform as needed.
When it comes to adjusting the platform, there are a few different types of systems to consider. The first is screws. Some toddler towers require you to unscrew some screws to adjust the platform, which can be cumbersome if you have kids of different ages using the chair and you shift between positions frequently.
The second type of adjustment system is knob screws. These work similarly to regular screws, but you can manually put them in and out, making it easier to adjust the platform as needed.
The third type of adjustment system is a no-tools system. Some toddler towers require you to take out the platform and slide it into the desired position, while others require you to lift it and adjust it to the level you want. This type of system is convenient, as you can quickly adjust the height of the platform without needing any tools.
A friendly piece of advice: don't trust a toddler tower that doesn’t have an image with all the dimensions 🙂
