Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center

*Est. $150
Reviewed
July 2010
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Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center

Pros
  • Includes swing and vibrate settings
  • MP3 player input jack
  • Can be plugged into a wall outlet
  • Four motion options
Cons
  • Motor can be loud
  • Bulky to move around
  • Expensive
 
 
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Owner feedback on the Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center is positive, with rave reviews about the wide array of features, but lately it's been eclipsed in coverage by the mamaRoo Infant Seat (*Est. $200), which also features multi-directional movements. The Graco Sweetpeace has four swinging motions with six speeds; it also has two vibration settings. Along with the standard lullabies, there are "womb-like" white noise sounds and an MP3 player plug-in that lets caregivers choose their own music. We read some complaints about loud motors, but user reviews are generally positive about the response of Graco's customer service. The seat on the Graco sweetpeace is removable, helpful for moving a baby without disturbing her. The seat base is also compatible with Graco car seats, and you could move your baby from car to cradle without taking him out of his infant seat. The sweetpeace runs on electricity or batteries.  

We found discussion of the Graco Sweetpeace baby swing in popular baby-gear book "Baby Bargains," but the authors' evaluation is very brief. User reviews at Amazon.com are the best source of detailed information on the Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center. We're generally impressed with sources offering about 50 entries on a single product, and in this case Amazon.com makes the cut. The review quality on Amazon.com is high, and there are several long, informative posts worth reading on their own.

     
 
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Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center, 2008

 (177 reviews)
Buy new: $189.99 $189.95   3 New from $168.00

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Our Sources

1. Amazon.com

With more than 100 posts on the Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center, many of them quite thorough, Amazon.com is our top user review source for this swing. Parents say they especially like its small footprint and extra features, although some report problems with motor reliability.

Review: Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center, Contributors to Amazon.com

2. Baby Bargains

Coverage of baby swings isn't as extensive in the latest edition of the popular baby gear book "Baby Bargains" as coverage of some other baby product categories, but the authors do offer specific recommendations for baby swings.

Review: Baby Swings, Denise and Alan Fields, Eighth edition, 2009

3. DaddyRockstar.com

According to reviewer Geoff Manning, "DaddyRockstar.com strives to be a resource for fathers in all stages of parenthood." The Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center gets a short, mostly positive write-up.

Review: Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center -- Review, Geoff Manning

4. About.com

About.com's guide to baby products provides an informative buying guide for parents looking to purchase a baby swing. Included are three recommendations, including the Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center. There is no explanation why specific models are recommended, however. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)

Review: Before You Buy a Baby Swing, Heather Corley

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