Thoughts on Reins

Following as I’m in the same situation x

I believe reins should be used only if the child is in danger of harming themselves by running away personally.

I don't use them on my daughter but she is more of a stop and try to pick up every stick on the way and takes us half an hour to make a 5 minute journey even though she's capable of running if she wanted to 😂 but I do own some reins and I keep them in the bottom of the buggy just incase, if we were walking near a road for example and chance she could run out into it.

But I would also make sure I'm going to places where they have the freedom to run how they want to too where it's safe :) park, field etc!

That's my option about it anyway :)

I’ve been thinking the same.

We use reins for our little boy and we love them. Gives him the freedom to walk on his own without running off.
Enjoy the video of him running to the birds😂

I use them on my boy if we’re out in the streets or town so he can’t run off and is safe from any dangers. In an open area or some where that I know he is safe to explore then he won’t use them. That’s just what works for us

I have bought them as we live on a boat and water danger is real ! I also purchased them because I wanted him to be able to walk without having his hand up all the time as we was holding my hand ! He however play with it now and hang is weight forward from whilst laughing it so only using them in case of danger on towpath

A lot of people pull a face at the idea of reins (my husband included) but I don’t see the harm in them. I apparently use to swing like a pendulum as soon as they were attached while I remember my brother walking with them happily. I guess it depends on your kid 😂

A little toddler once ran out in front of my car as I was driving down the main road, I managed to stop and all was fine but I will DEFINITELY be getting reigns once my little man is walking long distances!

We use them if we’re walking near roads/ dangers.

My boy doesn’t like to hand hold and is a runner so I’d much rather him wear reigns than be hit by a car.

If it’s an open space/ somewhere there’s nothing dangerous around I let him roam free x

For your sanity and your peace of mind DO IT! Currently waiting on my Amazon order for another backpack reign with more range because she’s a track star and i am not, I have bad knees! 😭🫢.

I think as soon as a kid is starting to walk. 100% reins.
My mum is a childminder and she always drummed into the Jamie bulger case. Mum was out shopping with 2 year old, she looked in the shop window. Her eyes were of him for 2 seconds. And the outcome isn't good.

So I think, when my son starts walking, I'll use reins till I know he will hold my hand. So maybe about 3 years old. Might be longer depending on my son. Xx

I honestly can’t see any downside in using them. I’ve just got some for my little boy. I’m nearly 6ft and although my boy is tall my back is shot trying to hold his hand to stop him falling, because he doesn’t understand that he doesn’t need to run everywhere 🤦🏼‍♀️ if we go to the park or somewhere safe I take them off but definitely using them in a shop or the street!

I’m going to order some tonight! I think they’re going to make our lives a lot easier! Will use when walking in very busy areas/roads etc and then when we get into parks or places of safety I’ll let him explore to his hearts content x

I use them with my 16 month old, she’s a flight risk 😂 she will protest in the pushchair but will happily walk with me on the reigns, doesn’t wanna hold my hand either, she’s to independent but I don’t even think she realises I’m holding on to her with the reigns 😂

We use them. They're great early on for extra stability and I'd much rather know he's safe and get some looks than him run into a road or get grabbed by someone. It's a personal choice ultimately, but my parents had them and they're still popular for a reason.

Also agree with the Jamie Bulger case mentioned above!

Do what you feel is best. Don't let anyone judge you either way! :)

They are a lifesaver for us! Not because he falls over etc. but he runs, and he is FAST! So if we are out and about they come in great as he can be walking rather than in the pram and he can’t run off - I’ve tried holding his hand but nope he does NOT want to! Just too independent! I don’t see any downside to them 😊

Before I became a parent admittedly I would judge people who used reins. Now as a mum I can't believe they're not more socially acceptable. My daughter is only just about walking inside, but once her confidence is there I will 100000% be getting her reins. We also live on a main road too so it's just absolutely something I will not be risking.

I have a just turned 4 year old too so I use a toddler back pack with reins on my 16month old as he is so quick he can literally run now and I need to keep 2 kids safe 😂 absolute must have for me

I never understood people who judge others for reins, I don’t use them yet but my nephew 1000% needed them lol