A reclining nursing chair gives you a choice of seating positions in one piece of furniture. Sit upright for feeding or adjust the backrest when you want to relax. Depending on the model, a built-in leg rest provides somewhere to put your feet up without needing a separate footstool.
Our collection brings together nursery recliners with different adjustment mechanisms, upholstery options and movement features. Whether you are furnishing a nursery or creating a feeding corner in your bedroom, compare the details to find a chair that works for you.
Manual or Electric Reclining Nursing Chairs?
A manual nursing recliner uses a lever, handle or body movement to adjust the seating position, depending on its design. Check how the mechanism operates and how the chair returns to an upright position.
An electric nursing recliner uses powered controls to adjust the reclining position. It needs access to a suitable power supply, so consider socket placement when planning your room.
Think about where the controls sit and how easily you can reach them. The way the backrest and leg rest move also varies between chairs, so check the individual product description before choosing.
Reclining, Gliding & Swivelling Explained
These features describe different movements, and a chair may offer more than one:
- Reclining adjusts the backrest angle and may also raise an integrated leg rest.
- Gliding provides a smooth back-and-forth movement through a glider mechanism.
- Swivelling allows the seat to turn on its base.
- Rocking moves the chair back and forth, traditionally on curved runners.
A swivel glider recliner combines several functions, but the available movements and how they operate together depend on the model. Check whether gliding or swivelling is restricted when the chair is reclined.
If you are comparing different seating styles, explore our wider nursing and feeding chairs collection.
Choosing a Nursery Recliner That Fits Your Room
Measure the chair’s footprint in both its upright and fully reclined positions. A recliner needs space for the backrest and leg rest to move, as well as clearance around any gliding or swivel mechanism.
Allow room to walk past the chair, reach nearby furniture and stand up comfortably. In a smaller nursery, a chair with an integrated leg rest may be worth comparing with a separate chair-and-footstool combination, but always check the full dimensions.
Remember to measure doorways, stairs and access routes too. Review the delivery and assembly details to understand how the chair will arrive.
Seat Comfort, Armrests & Upholstery
Comfort depends on how a chair fits you. Compare seat height, width and depth, along with the backrest and armrest design. You should be able to sit comfortably and change position without feeling restricted.
Consider the upholstery as part of everyday use. Different fabrics have different textures and care requirements, so check the cleaning instructions rather than assuming covers can be removed or machine washed.
A finish that works beyond the nursery can also help the chair remain useful for reading and relaxing as your child grows.
Explore Obaby Nursery Recliners
Our selection includes Obaby Madison and Denver reclining nursing chairs. These ranges offer options for parents looking for a nursery chair with swivel, gliding and reclining functions.
Explore the Obaby Madison collection to compare its available finishes and manual or electric models. Check each listing for the exact features, dimensions and operating instructions.
Why Buy a Reclining Nursing Chair from The Perfect Nursery Company?
Compare nursery recliners alongside our wider nursery furniture range, with free UK mainland delivery on orders over £50.
We can help with questions about chair dimensions, reclining mechanisms, upholstery and what is included, so you can choose a model that suits your room and daily routine.
