Can a 6 month old use a highchair?
Short answer: Yes. Weaning starts at around 6 months, so a highchair with a harness is useful now.
Babies change fast, so the answer depends on your child's age, weight and development, and on your product's instructions.
What the guidance says
- The NHS says weaning, introducing solid foods alongside breast milk or first infant formula, starts when your baby is around 6 months old.
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Sources
- NHS Start for Life: Weaning (accessed 2026-10-21)
General information only, not medical advice. Always follow your product's instructions. If you are worried about your baby, contact your GP, health visitor or 111. In an emergency, call 999.