Being a new parent is not an easy task. You have to constantly entertain and care for your baby, and I’m sure you know by now, sacrifice your sleep. Most new parents only get a few hours of sleep per night, and the majority of their waking hours are spent caring for the child. With a newborn, there’s barely time for yourself, let alone have fun. If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress and make caring for your child just a little bit easier, an infant swing is your answer.

Infant swings are basically motorized swings that have built-in toys and music. They sooth babies and make them go to sleep. And, when the babies are awake, they are entertained by the swing and can give you some time to relax and rewind. Infant swings, especially those made by Fisher Price, Disney, Graco and similar companies, are very comfortable and secure. Babies, even newborns, will have no problem falling asleep in these swings, and since they are strapped in, you won’t have to worry about injury. This will give you some time to catch up on chores around the house or maybe do a little reading, spending some time on yourself

Kids II, Disney and Graco are all great brands for infant swings. Fisher Price is as well, though they are usually a bit more expensive the difference is minimal and can be worth the extra money to get the options you’re looking for. You can get infant swings at baby stores such as Babies R Us, but I recommend buying them online. With the internet, you can get the cheapest prices, while having access to the most inventory, and therefore the best selection.