Re Babywalkers
As well as the safety aspect, there is another theory not to use the walkers
or similar equipment.(in Canada, baby walkers have been banned for some time
now).
Floor play in babies provide a lot of weightbearing opportunities through
their arms and shoulders. The repetition of moving their bodyweight forward
and sideways helps develop the arches in the hands. Also babies have many
more motor planning opportunities. As a mother of 4, and grandmother of 8,
the temptation to use equipment is great, but it is very rewarding to see
toddlers come up naturally through floor play and have wonderful balance and
trust in their own bodies. I never say NEVER to use equipment, but if one
gets one, use it when one really needs a few minutes to get the dinner on
etc.
Rita Borkowsky P.T.
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