Moms and Dads give me your pros and cons for the baby leash

[MichWolv]

You're kidding right?
Stroller= baby
Leash= animal

Stroller = baby that can't walk, and so must be conveyed. Leash = animal that will run off if not contained.

Translation: Strollers are for transport, not for containment. Using a stroller to restrain a child is the same as using a tether, except worse for the kid, because he/she can't move at all. So using a stroller for containment is actually treating the kid worse than we typically treat a pet -- at least the pet gets to move a little.

Now, if what you're saying that you can constrain a kid in a stroller without people realizing that's what you're doing, because most people will just assume the stroller is being used for its intended purpose, then I understand.

 

[Master Yoda]

Yeah lol! and that's a new fad that's just hilarious and ridiculously looking as this silly picture.

Be careful. You are calling someones baby ridiculous. Now if it was on a leash it would be ok because it would be an animal.

 

[RandomPrincess]

I knew as soon as this thread popped up this would turn into people who use leashes are bad parents. This is one of the hot button parent debates.

Does it really matter in the long run it's not like kids that were on leashes get poor grades or turn out to be serial killers and kids who were in strollers are the only pillars if goodness on earth.

Both when used properly are ways of keeping little ones safe and near their parents.

 

[Hakunamatata]

Didn't we do this already this year?

 

[wannab@dis]

We used them with our kids, but simply gave them a choice. They could sit in a stroller, walk with us and hold our hand / hold the stroller, or they could have the "leash." Our kids never thought of it as a leash, just more freedom since their hands were free. We used the harness / backpack version. Both of the kids were really good about holding on to the stroller (or the grocery cart at a store) when they were young. But, they also liked some freedom and would ASK for the harness. I guess they felt more freedom and yet we still had the peace of mind. In the early mornings in the parks when it wasn't crowded, or at the resorts, we would let them walk by themselves. But if it was crowded or we were close to trams/bus/cars, they could make their own choice -- in the stroller, carried, or use the harness.

By using the leash it's just a lazy way of keeping track of your child when your eyes and ears should be doing the job! I would ever use them on my kids even if they were like that! I think it is humiliating to do that to a kid!

"Even if they were like that" Really? I'm sorry, but ALL toddlers will see something and want to investigate. It's natural and instinctive at that age. They are learning a massive amount and the way they learn is to explore. If they see a duck, bird, toy, another child, they have one thing on their mind - investigate and learn. I'd much rather they feel the freedom of a "leash" than be cooped up in a stroller or being carried all the time. They need that freedom to learn and grow. As a parent, I see nothing wrong with allowing your child to enjoy the "restricted" freedom of a harness. That said, if our kids didn't like the harness, then they would still have to choose to be in the stroller or be carried. I wouldn't force them to use the harness...

I will never use one on my own children, and yes that will be me staring at you anywhere you go when I see your kid on a leash like an animal!

And I'll be the one that smiles and waves as my well-adjusted, happy child enjoys their day!

 

[Freshee61]

Now, if what you're saying that you can constrain a kid in a stroller without people realizing that's what you're doing, because most people will just assume the stroller is being used for its intended purpose, then I understand.

Precisely very well said.

Silly rabbit, stroller are for kids.

 

[ratherbeinwdw]

Our 5 year old was very slippery when she was younger and I would not have hesitated to use whatever it took to keep her safe. Judgemental people can kiss my grits.

Do what you need to do to have a safe and happy kid!

You go girl!!

 

[stevehousse]

Just think of it this way, would you want your husband or wife keeping you on a leash to stay close??? Lol

I'd be shocked if anyone would actually want that, so what makes it ok to use on the kids?

Strollers are for kids, and leashes are for animals, it should be kept that way...

 

[Hakunamatata]

Just think of it this way, would you want your husband or wife keeping you on a leash to stay close??? Lol

I'd be shocked if anyone would actually want that, so what makes it ok to use on the kids?

Strollers are for kids, and leashes are for animals, it should be kept that way...

Most of them are harnesses, not leashes around the neck.

Less drama makes life more enjoyable.

 

[Master Yoda]

Just think of it this way, would you want your husband or wife keeping you on a leash to stay close??? Lol

I'd be shocked if anyone would actually want that, so what makes it ok to use on the kids?

Strollers are for kids, and leashes are for animals, it should be kept that way...

I am not sure who you are hanging out with, but most adults I know will not just randomly dart out after something with out regard to the people, cars, etc that can squash them between point A and B. Some toddlers tend to do that from time to time, hence a little restraint is in order.

 

[RandomPrincess]

Just think of it this way, would you want your husband or wife keeping you on a leash to stay close??? Lol

I'd be shocked if anyone would actually want that, so what makes it ok to use on the kids?

Strollers are for kids, and leashes are for animals, it should be kept that way...

So I'm guessing you and your wife ride in Strollers instead of walking, sleep in cribs and put each other in time out when you misbehave.

There are so many things we do as we raise our KIDS that you would not do to an ADULT

 

[wm49rs]

I am not sure who you are hanging out with, but most adults I know will not just randomly dart out after something with out regard to the people, cars, etc that can squash them between point A and B. Some toddlers tend to do that from time to time, hence a little restraint is in order.

Only if this is part of the ensemble:

The little ankle-biters can get vicious sometimes......

 

[stevehousse]

I can't believe people are actually defending these things on here! I have never known anyone who has or would put a leash on a child, even if they are bad. If you want to treat your child like a dog and use a leash, then do it, but dont get upset at all the people that will state, look, and point in your direction! Plain and simple they are wrong, no matter if its a backpack or harness or whatever!

 

[wm49rs]

I can't believe people are actually defending these things on here! I have never known anyone who has or would put a leash on a child, even if they are bad. If you want to treat your child like a dog and use a leash, then do it, but dont get upset at all the people that will state, look, and point in your direction! Plain and simple they are wrong, no matter if its a backpack or harness or whatever!

To each their own, with (in this instance) neither being right or wrong.....

 

[stevehousse]

To each their own, with (in this instance) neither being right or wrong.....

But it is just so wrong!

 

[wm49rs]

But it is just so wrong!

See Post #32 for right then.....

 

[George]

Have you ever noticed that is is harder to babysit kids that aren't yours? Kids are different. Parents are different. Families are different. Leashes work for some. Kids who were leashed grow up fine. To put a blanket condemnation on leashes is like me saying, "All 3 year olds who are in a stroller will grow up to be fat, lazy, ECV, using slugs." Makes no sense. Judging another parent for doing something you didn't have to do makes no sense.

 

[MichWolv]

I can't believe people are actually defending these things on here! I have never known anyone who has or would put a leash on a child, even if they are bad. If you want to treat your child like a dog and use a leash, then do it, but dont get upset at all the people that will state, look, and point in your direction! Plain and simple they are wrong, no matter if its a backpack or harness or whatever!

Then don't get upset at those who will state and point out that your harsh judgment of others' parenting skills is based on ignorance and arrogance.

 

[Master Yoda]

I can't believe people are actually defending these things on here! I have never known anyone who has or would put a leash on a child, even if they are bad. If you want to treat your child like a dog and use a leash, then do it, but dont get upset at all the people that will state, look, and point in your direction! Plain and simple they are wrong, no matter if its a backpack or harness or whatever!

I can not believe that you hate something that can protect a child's safety so much that you had come in and tell everyone.

 

[George]

Didn't we do this already this year?

Just a few months ago. We even switched roles. I'm trying reasoned arguments and you're making outlandish jokes with pictures and the like. :lookaroun