Do you have an active toddler who drives you crazy getting into everything and needing your attention?  Toddlers NEED to be involved in the work of daily life; that's how they learn.  Since we spend so much time in the kitchen, every family needs a safe stool that raises a toddler high enough to "help" at the kitchen counter.   That's why I love safety towers; they keep your busy toddler occupied and learning, while happily connected with you while you work. 

Just need to keep your toddler busy for ten minutes while you're at the stove?  Pull the tower up to the sink and let your child "wash" your pans and tupperware. Giving your toddler actual "tasks" in the kitchen (wash the veggies, stir the batter) can spark a love of food preparation that will last through childhood and make your child a healthier eater.

These are worth every penny and then some in  the time they keep kids safe, happy, learning and engaged with you. There are cheaper towers out there, but I'm not recommending them because I'm not confident they're sturdy enough to prevent toppling.