What do you think of the child safety leashes? I use to do think that the harness that you wrap around your child that attaches to a child leash that you hold were uneccasary but after having a very active 20 month old who would rather walk(much happier) than stay in a walmart carriage, I am thinking of purchasing one...I like the one with the bear on the back, it's at target...who has these for your children?
2007-10-24 04:52:32 · 35 answers · asked by ♥Sexy Mama of 2 cuties♥ 7 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I think they are great. And walmart & target have some cute ones out with the little backpacks. You child gets to be independent without being able to run off.
2007-10-24 08:27:48 · answer #1 · answered by pookiesmom 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Children like to run and could quickly get lost. People should realize that a child leash wasn't made to treat children like pets. They were made for your child's safety. They allow your child to have more freedom while giving you peace of mind that they will be safe if there's ever an occasion that you have to look away for a second. I have one for my child. You can secure the leash around your wrist instead of holding it. It allows you to keep your child close to you and still be hands free. You're not a bad parent for putting a harness on your child to keep him safe from getting lost or being kidnapped, you're a bad parent if you don't do everything you can to keep him safe. I'm sure those parents who've lost a child or had a child who was kidnapped would wish they'd had a child safety harness.
2007-10-24 06:29:43 · answer #2 · answered by MixMatch 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I had one for my son that went from my wrist to his, was a little stretchy, and was long enough that he could feel like he was free roaming, but also secure, that mommy was always there. He used to get away from me at the mall and run into the nearest store and hide in a clothes rack or something. I couldn't take the worry. (He was a big boy for his age, and I just couldn't carry him all the time.) I got a lot of dirty looks from people, and I would just tell them. Would you rather know where your child is at all times, or would you rather be in panic mode all the time chasing the child around? That usually shut them up. All it takes is a split second for a child to dissappear.
Go for it. and congrats on being a smart mom, and don't let it get to you, if people give you dirty looks, etc... They probably never had an active 20 month old.
2007-10-24 05:10:32 · answer #3 · answered by CSmom 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Look on Ebay. These are a practical device designed by mothers who have had your experiences. The only ones who condemn them have not had children in tow.
Until you can get one, you can use a regular leash attached to the child's belt or belt loop in the back.
Your child will quickly accept it especially if you tell him it is to keep YOU from getting lost. After all, you are on the other end.
Another trick when loading and unloading the car. Train your son to keep one hand on the car "to keep it from moving". That way you know he is not walking away from the car while you are busy.
2007-10-24 05:05:41 · answer #4 · answered by loryntoo 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
I used one for my son, even thought the leash was on him and it attached in the back, I still held his hand while we walking along. I never walked him like a dog. It is a safety issue and it is not wrong. I was always scared of him getting away from me and being hit by a car. You will probably get ugly looks, but who cares, use the leash to protect your child's life, and ignore the people who disapprove.
2007-10-24 05:04:13 · answer #5 · answered by starr27876 2 · 5⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry, but I have one and I think up until a certain age, they're great. I mean, of course, you still keep a good eye on your child, but for a parent especially like me, who has to hold onto two strollers and a small child, it's a good thing to have. As far as what other people would think...I don't really care because my kids are the ones who are going to go home safe with me at night, I'm the parent, and I make the decision. ( I'd keep that in mind too )
Good luck with whatever you decide! :-)
2007-10-24 05:54:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I have the Elmo one. I never thought I needed one until my son turned 20 months, with a little baby brother, 2 kids is tough. He likes to run around, he doesn't want to stay in a stroller or carriage.
I don't use it often, but carry it with me just in case I would need it. I've only used it twice when we went to the zoo. He didn't want to sit in the stroller, he kept screaming and trying to get out. We got looks from the olders kids. Some mommies said they've used it too when their kids were little.
We got stares when he is screaming in his stroller, we got stares when he was wearing his safety harness. Just do what you feel is right for you. Safety first.
2007-10-24 07:07:37 · answer #7 · answered by Marquis 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I have a 2 year old daughter who absolutely hates sitting in her stroller or holding hands when were out, so I too also have the "leash" you described. She loves to wear it as she feels its like wearing a little bag of her own. Many times I have received hurtful comments but I just ignore them, one women thought it was funny that I had her attached to one as she had her dog in a stroller. I'd rather have her safe than abducted in a supermarket or hit by a car. Just becareful not to hold the leash part to stern as my daughter pulled on it once and fell and cracked her lip. I still use mine and I wouldn't go out without it.
Good Luck
2007-10-24 06:58:09 · answer #8 · answered by mucimucie 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I used it with my little girl and our cousin when they were 2 and we took them to Disney World. I used the one that I could Velcro around their belt loop. It let them be independent and walk but it also let me know that they were safe and not going to get away from me. No, matter what anyone tells you everyone has their own opinion and for me the safety leash worked. I would rather keep my kids safe and not have them running off so that someone can take them.
2007-10-24 07:17:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
It is definitely better then letting them run loose like you see so much in stores these days. You should try a choke collar first so they will know that they are still being controlled and don't try running off. Then switch to the type that straps to their back. Just kidding about the collar!)
You could also just use the leash and tie them down securely to the cart so they can't get away. Also do not forget to gag them so their screams are muffled a bit. (just kidding about that too!)
I think the leash is a great idea! Really this time!!
2007-10-24 06:28:04 · answer #10 · answered by skiingted 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋