Toddler Rocking Horse – How to Choose a Toddler Rocking Horse

Like the baby rocking horse, the toddler rocking horse is built with safety in mind. Even though a toddler rocking horse is usually very stable and comfortable, you need to always supervise your child while he/she is on it. This is especially the case for young toddlers who may not have a sense of balance yet.

Remember to hold them while they are on the toddler rocking horse until they are old enough to steady themselves. There are many types of toddler rocking horse and most of them are built with a hardwood rocker base and handles for the child to hold on to while the horse is in movement.

A key point to note when choosing a toddler rocking horse is that it should not be too high or big. It should be only around 14.5″ high from the seat to the floor. A horse that is too big might be intimidating and scary for a toddler too.

For our experience, toddlers most fancy rocking horses made with soft plush material because it is more comfortable and luxurious to touch. Wooden rocking horses have their own attraction but if you’re buying your first toddler rocking horse go with a soft plush model and see how your child reacts to it.

There are many great brands for a toddler rocking horse and one that stands out is Kidkraft. Their toddler rocking horses are plush, soft and well designed. Instead of just horses, you can have cows, dinosaurs, giraffes, tigers and even caterpillars.

Good luck in choosing that perfect toddler rocking horse!