Be it a toddler or a little older kid, children always enjoy having fun at the playgrounds or outdoors. Hedstrom, a toy manufacturing company, provides a wide range of licensed toy products to suit the different age groups of the kids. The adventure-filled outdoor toy from Hedstrom is the 2 in 1 swing just designed for little ones and to fit the backyard of any house. Kids always love swings and this swing definitely keeps the child active and entertained.
Outlook:
The Hedstrom Swing is called the 2 in 1 swing is that the kids of any age can use it. It can be used for a toddler as well as can be converted to a junior swing. Hence it comes for years to use as the child grows.
Construction of the Swing:
The Hedstrom 2 in 1 Swing with 5 Point Harness (product code: M08656) after assembling dimensions about (H) 182 x (W) 180 x (D) 154 cm. Once put together the coated steel frames, the construction is solid and is of high durability. The steel frames are coated with rust proof powder to prevent it from rusting due to weather conditions as it is placed outdoors. These frames can be adjusted to two different heights to suit the babies as they grow. It comes with a high back, nursery seat for the toddlers and a rounded traditional seat for the juniors.
About the Seats:
The swing consists of a blow moulded seat designed especially for the toddlers to feel comfortable to enjoy the swing when sat. The toddler seat has a high back support for the little ones not to trip off back and is also gives a good support to the very small babies about 6 to 10 months old bearing a maximum weight of 20 kg. For the bigger kids is the round, flat seat the toy is provided with. This is a traditional round seat without back support which can be switched once they are old enough to learn how to swing with balance. The adjustable ropes included along with it can be changed to different lengths for getting the swing arc short or long.
5 point Safety Harness:
Toddlers or the quite bigger ones, safety is the very important and that is what the first thing the parents would look in for. For the high back toddler seat, the 5 point safety harness is provided which can be fastened around the baby so that they do not slide from the seat. This safety harness secures well the child and ensures the baby is safe. The harness is ideal to use for the small babies who tend to slide or cannot sit without support.
Suitable Age:
The Hedstrom 2 in 1 Swing with 5 Point Harness is suitable for small babies from 6 months to 3 years. The junior seat with increased height suits the kids of age 3 to 10 years.
Assembly Required:
The Hedstrom 2 in 1 Swing once arrived cannot be used immediately as it requires some assembling. Assembly is made very easy as all the parts fit in with ease without causing any trouble. The high tensile Allen keys helps to secure it and the additional ground pegs are included for stability. Assembling instructions are clearly described in the instruction booklet that comes with the pack. As already mentioned, the height and the seat can be setup according to the kids’ age.
Box Contains:
- 1 x Centre bar
- 2 x Left top leg
- 2 x Right top leg
- 8 x Bottom leg
- 2 x Side bar
- 1 x Swing seat
- 4 x Ground pegs
- 1 x Spanner
- 1 x Allan key
- 1 x Baby seat
- 2 x Plastic pin
- 1 x Screw pack
- 1 x Instruction book
Conclusion:
The Hedstrom 2 in 1 Swing is an affordable outdoor toy for the toddlers and also for the bigger kids. The steel frames are robust, last long without rusting or fading of colours. No doubt that this swing is safe giving plenty of enjoyment in the backyard. Spending on this swing is a good investment for years to come.
Hedstrom 2 in 1 Swing – Product Details, Specifications
| Manufacturer | Hedstrom |
| Outdoor Toy Name | Hedstrom 2 in 1 Swing with 5 Point Harness |
| Model Number | M08656 |
| Toy type | Swing |
| Dimensions | (H) 182 x (W) 180 x (D) 154cm |
| Weight | 11 Kg |
| Swing type | 2 in 1 swing |
| Material | Rust proof steel frame |
| Gender | Both boys and girls |
| Assembly required | Yes |
| Assembly level | Easy |
| Toy’s highlight features | Rounded junior seat with adjustable ropes for children 6 months to 10 years old Robust, durable and extendable frame Ground pegs included |
| Age limit | 6 months to 10 years |
| Safety | 5- point safety harness |
