I know a lot of people frown at the idea of restraining a child with a safety leash or a safety harness (I have both) which they think should only be limited to pets. I see the reactions first hand when we go to the malls, there's no denying the appalled faces and judging looks I get from some parents. But I personally think this issue is a classic example of different strokes for different folks.
Some people perceive putting a child on a leash or a harness "demeaning", some think it's made for "uncontrollable" children, some say they are plain "horrible" but I have high regard for these leashes and harnesses especially when I take my kids to crowded or busy places. I like how it can give my kids a sense of independence while they are safely within my reach and view.
I prefer the wrist safety leash over the plushy backpack harness because of its stretchable strap and I find it easier to use especially when Carlos is running around.
I'd have to admit that the plushy backpack harness seems cuter more acceptable to judging eyes. I'll make sure to use it next time. I just find the strap too short.
It's a child's normal instinct to explore so we can't fault them for wandering off sometimes. As parents all we want is to keep them safe first and foremost, the rest just comes second. Lately, we use it for Carlos (who is 2) because he sometimes gets bored in his stroller and he wants to roam around like his Kuya Kaden.
If your child isn't a "flight risk" like mine can sometimes be, then lucky for you. Kids are very impulsive, especially if you have more than one. They can run off in a flash or be gone with a blink of an eye. I can't imagine how it would be for me if I had to run after one child and leave the other two behind. So this works perfectly for me.
I don't think people should issue judgment for parents who use these leashes and harnesses for their children because you don't know their story. Judge me if you will, but I'd rather keep my kids safe than be sorry.
2 comments:
ya usa tamen me antes ansina for giddy noh kc crowded place pero if near lang syempre nuway nuh mas impt safety del
kids kesa what others think for me ha heheheh
Mahirap naman talaga if malikot ang kids. Si Kaka pa naman ambilis tumakbo and since he's small san san cya nakakasiksik. We almost lost Kaden once in Ikea too. That was pretty traumatic.
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