Member Advice on Baby Walkers

...a baby walker from another member of my family, it was fairly old and very basic. I used it briefly, but then decided to replace it because it seemed to small for my, quite, big baby. The seat appeared uncomfortable and my baby's feet were folded awkwardly. I replaced it with a new Go-Slo Exerciser from Mothercare (perhaps a better name than 'walker'). In my opinion, this one is a much safer design. As the name suggest, the wheels are 'go slow', ...
...the base is much wider making it, as far as I can tell, a lot more stable and very unlikely to tip over. If you,like me, choose to use a baby walker, then yes your baby is more likely to have an accident of some kind. If you cross several roads each week, then you and your baby are more likely to have an accident. If we want to enjoy life and experience different things, we have got to find the right balance. I feel that after this research I am ...

kimp123 24.10.2005 · Read full review
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As a nursery equipment retailer im sick of bad press about walkers,I'm also a mum to a 2 year old who recieved his walker off santa when he was 5 months old. He was soon doing 0-60 and working out which button did what on the electronic play tray i hummed the tune for weeks!!!It not only benefited him because he was totally fed up of being left on a rug or propped up against the settee but my hard working mum was also left free to peel her spuds ...
...danger but to be honest who in their right mind leaves a child unattended in a walker this is when accidents happen did u know that walkers are the highest tested nursery item you can buy they are even tested more rigorously than the pram u push your child in or the seat it sits in in your car.They are a must for any baby they are brightly coloured have trays to stimulate your childs growing mind ,wipe clean with washable seats,and are height adjustable ...

fem33mids 13.12.2000 · Read full review
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What are they? A traditional baby walker is a seat with a tray that is cradled in support frame which is on wheels. These can be used after 6 months of age when baby has good strong neck and back muscles. There are lots of designs on the market. All of them are fully adjustable frame, so nipper can reach the floor. Some have a tray on them with activities on them and some have a plain tray for eating. Other baby walkers include "Push around" toys ...
...baby walkers that are static too. This opinion is about the traditional baby walkers The Pros of a Baby walker. These are very handy if you want to have a spare 10 mins out of your hands. You can get on with housework or use it out in the garden if it nice , so they can get some fresh air. Your child is supported in a cradle seat and feet touch the floor so s/he can move himself around It gives your child some independence, freedom to move and aids ...

chrissiepops 20.02.2001 · Read full review
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My cousin is at that stage where she can go in a baby walker and it’s an exciting time for all of us, to see her stand up, with the aid of the baby walker is really good. She can sit on it and play with the toys assembled at the top. All parents should make sure the baby walker is safe, and any toys at the top can not be taken of and put in the mouth. It’s normal practice that babies push there feet backwards and go backwards when in ...
...no objects in the way like tables, and extremely sure that the surface is flat, as this prevents it being bumped against anything and gaining speed. Children should never left unsupervised in the baby walker, and the child should not spend all day in the walker, it should be gradually increased. My cousin was introduced to it slowly and it really helped her development. When your child does use the baby walker make sure it’s on a flat surface ...

sam123 08.05.2001 · Read full review
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I purchased one of these when my little boy was 6 months old which is the recommended age as by then most babies could hold their own head up. I used to use a bouncer but he always wanted to get out so I bought one of these to let him start exploring things himself! There are so many in the market at the moment that it can be quite hard to choose which one to go for as most have pretty designs and look quite similar. The prices can range from about ...
...something plain or something with activity trays. Most activity trays consists of things to keep the baby entertained and can be easily detached at meal times or when it needs a quick wipe down. The trays have things that have different textures and buttons which encourages the child to play and identify at an early age. The slightly more expensive walkers may also include activities with music and flashing lights operated by batteries. Most baby ...

Cici_Ying 14.05.2003 (09.06.2003) · Read full review
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not going for the popular vote here i guess, but just felt in the interests of a balanced review page, it was important to show that baby walkers are not always the best thing. I have a son who is a year old - he was over 9 weeks premature and hs development is closely followed by a consultant and a physio...and this is where my extra info comes in. and no, it doesn't involve walkers flying down stairs! I too appreciate all the above comments ...
...to upset anyone who has or will post. BUT from day one I have been advised by trained medical people that a walker can lead to more problems. My son has lingering issues over the strength in one side of his body - not an issue yet (and p[ease pray for us that it doesn't become one) but walking is obviously a huge indicator in this. It is suggested that a baby walker encourages a child to push off the floor on their toes and lean forward to gain the ...

deeleybopper 02.05.2005 · Read full review
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Let's face it, baby walkers are good, in that you can put baby in and let them get used to walking, but I honestly think that the walkers with wheels where you sit your child inside and let them run around the house bumping into things are dangerous. They can tip over quite easily and I'm not convinced that they're the best option. When our eldest daughter was about 4 months old, we were given a walker with a difference. Instead of being the traditional ...
...a treadmill on the bottom instead. This meant that we could put her in there and let her get used to using her legs, without the fear of her racing around the house and knocking things over, or worse still tipping the thing over. As well as the treadmill (which can be locked or unlocked) there's also a tray that fits onto the front that has things to play with - a mirror, a couple of buttons, two cylinders that roll round with beads in etc. The ...

Biffa 13.09.2000 · Read full review
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You can actually walk your baby safely and try to get it walking earlier. This can lead to a more independant toddler, and a healthier baby. This is great for all those parents out there who want their children to be the next tim henman (well, maybe not) or Pete Sampras (you can tell I like tennis) The walker comprises of strong strings attached to a bar, and the strings attach to beneath your babies arms (in the armpits). This makes the baby very ...
...because you have hold of the bar. It is a really clever design in the way that it can hold up the baby with out much strength in the arms by the way its made, and the metal the bar is made of. I advise this for all new parents out there, because it's really helpful in bringing up your baby. If you want an independant baby, then this is definitely what you should be getting! Its much better than other babywalkers becase it's light weight and cheap ...

moodmooner 21.12.2002 · Read full review
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I have been told by my Health visitor that baby walkers are no good for children. As it stops them from walking and crawling and too many accidents happen. But the way i see it accidents can happen in anything and on anything, just have to keep close eye on kids anyway, which most caring mums do because i do. Stopping them from walking and crawling is rubbish, my son is 10 mths and is crawling and pulling himself on furniture, he is even trying ...

moonlightmist 14.09.2000 · Read full review
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Baby walkers are brilliant as long as there is proper supervision. If they wee that bad they would be outlawed and people wouldn't be able to buy then. All 3 of my kids have had walkers and none of themhave come to any harm or even had any minor accidents in them. In my opinion it's stupid parents that cause the baby walker related accidents not the actual walkers. ...

hollywoodmum 26.07.2007
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With my second child, he wanted to be up seeing what was happening, and also whenever I left him lying on the mat on the floor his big sister would come and treat him like a dolly! - take his clothes off, sit on him, etc!! I decided that the walker would be the best, even although there has been adverse opinions about it. My sister used it with her 5 and they were fine. I got one from ToysRUs and it has been excellent - he loves it, and it means ...

donnano1 14.11.2000 · Read full review
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