What's your opinion

[mummy_times_2]

On those baby 'leashes'? The ones that go on the child as a back pack then the parent or carer who ever has them by a lead? I'm just curious.

[mom_to_be_of_3]

I used to say that I would never use one because I also used to view it as a leash, BUT now that I have my 18 month old and like the post above will twist, cry and throw himself on the floor until he is loose and running around no matter where we are, well I have consider purchasing one for the soul purpose of keep him safe. Last weekend my husband and I went to a furniture store and I felt bad and embarrassed with the sale guy helping us because since my son was running around either my husband or I would run off to behind him leaving the guy talking all by himself haha. I honestly don't really go out by myself with my son anymore because I can't carry him all the time, he is getting to heavy for me and my back starts to hurt pretty bad, so now I just wait for my husband to get home so he comes with me to the store. I love my son's curiosity but I also have had mini heart attacks because of it lol.

[traciv]

Love it! My 3 year old is extremely independent and doesn't listen, she is also a runner.  I am sorry but I need it for her safety, my sanity and the safety of her baby brother still inside of me.
I can't hold her hand if she doesn't want me to. She will twist, turn and throw herself on the ground until she is loose.
Do I use it everyday or everywhere I go? No. Walking along a sidewalk a few b locks to pick her cousin's from school, at the airport,  when we went on a cruise last year and more recently at the store when she needed to get 0ut of the cart to go potty. The last time we went to Walmart and she had to pee for the 20th time as I was leaning down to pick her up she took off toward the front door and parking lot. I chased after her,me being pretty pregnant could not keep up and I slipped and fell. I hurt myself pretty bad and ended up in 5he hospital being monitored for 6 hours.
So if you guys don't like them for your own kids that's fine but don't look down on me for using one. No my child is not a dog, dogs listen to commands.

[MadamContrary]

I found one helpful when my overly independent 1 year old wanted to walk everywhere and holding her hand was not an option. I'm pretty tall and in order to hold her hand I had to bend nearly in half, making it difficult to look where we were going. It was also helpful to put a few items in, as it was a functional backpack as well. With my second child she wanted to be carried, so I did more baby wearing. I suppose it all depends on your needs. It's not like anyone is actually treating thier child like a puppy. Strollers are so restricting and bulky, I've never cared for them myself.

[GeekMom1213]

I have a friend who has two autistic kids. They have little to no safety awareness and at ages 4 and 5 they are as unable to understand the dangers of running off as an 18-month-old. Except they're much faster. My friend uses harnesses like those in crowded areas to keep her children safe. It isn't because she's lazy and doesn't want to watch them -it's because she knows there are situations in which it's the safest choice she can make for her family.
I don't have a problem with safety harnesses being used appropriately. I would never judge someone for using one if I didn't know their situation,  their child, their unique reasons for making the parenting decisions that they do. It is none of my business to decide what is right for anyone else. I personally have never used one but now that I am expecting my second, that situation may change.

[sabbylopez]

Me personally I don't like to give my child limitations. I'm fine with walking my child around letting her take me whereever she wants to go. But putting a leash not for me lol

[mummy_times_2]

jessmore I agree with you :)

[jessmore]

I personally wouldn't use one but I wouldn't say anything about someone else using one if they felt the need

[LaurenC86]

I don't see anything wrong with them. I myself was always a rebellious and adventurous child and no matter how hard my mom tried, I always wanted to do what I wanted to do, which definitely including me running off every time she turned around. I use to love to hide in the clothes racks in department stores, and I bet my poor mother wished she could've put me on a leash. Lol... she says all the time that she hopes I end up with a wild child like I was. And if I do, I'm gonna be investing in one of those leashes. Lol

[kHz721]

Not sure. Google would know

[mummy_times_2]

What are they actually called?

[kHz721]

Yes you should be able to teach your child. But if you can't then they are a good option.
Looking at it like a leash is a silly way.

[lexirisk42615]

I think they're okay when you're in a crowded place. Like Disney World or the State Fair.

[Kai2015]

I'm not a fan of them. They remind me of a leash. Your child isn't an animal & shouldn't be treated as one.. A parent should be able to make their child listen & be respectful.

[kHz721]

Handy if your child doesn't listen to you and runs off. There was controversy over them a few years ago, but the facts are simple.  It gives your child its freedom so its not latched into your hand, while your still completely in control and can protect them :)