We just ordered this glider for our babies nursery and although I haven't used it much (we are still waiting for babies arrival : ), it is super comfy! It glides and swivels with ease and no squeaks!! The chair reclines to where you can lay almost totally flat. This will be nice for those long nights! As for getting the recliner back down, there is some effort that is needed but if I can get it shut no problem with a big belly in the way, I dont think I will have any issues when baby is here! The shipping was super fast and the chair showed up with no damage!!