Arianna
I have a 15 month old son, and I would love to take him out ridding.
But I am unsure if I need to have him wear a helmet. I have looked in stores and have found none even near small enough...
The trailer has a cage around it, and it straps in with a 5 point harness, but I dont want to take him out without knowing.
Answer
Regardless of whether or not the law requires it, you should have him wear a helmet. It will protect him and get him in the habit of wearing a helmet for when he gets old enough to ride on his own.
The reason why you haven't found one that fits is because it's not recommended that children that young be on bikes or in trailers. (and don't buy one that's big and have him "grow into it") A child that young can't take the pounding that the bumps on the road cause. You may not feel it as much, but he will. He could suffer injuries similar to "shaken baby syndrome". Is he talking yet? If not, all he can do is cry if there's a problem, and by then, it may be too late.
Also check with your local laws. Many states require cyclists and passengers to be at least 2 years old.
I know this isn't the answer you wanted to hear, but the safety and well-being of your child is your first priority.
Regardless of whether or not the law requires it, you should have him wear a helmet. It will protect him and get him in the habit of wearing a helmet for when he gets old enough to ride on his own.
The reason why you haven't found one that fits is because it's not recommended that children that young be on bikes or in trailers. (and don't buy one that's big and have him "grow into it") A child that young can't take the pounding that the bumps on the road cause. You may not feel it as much, but he will. He could suffer injuries similar to "shaken baby syndrome". Is he talking yet? If not, all he can do is cry if there's a problem, and by then, it may be too late.
Also check with your local laws. Many states require cyclists and passengers to be at least 2 years old.
I know this isn't the answer you wanted to hear, but the safety and well-being of your child is your first priority.
Bike trailer for babies?
hellothere
I would like to purchase a bike trailer for babies. My baby turned 3 months last week. When can I use the bike trailer for my baby? How old should he be? I love to walk with him. I use the stroller, the baby bjorn, but would like some other options.
Answer
When my son was that age, the pediatrician said that kids under 1 year old do not have enough neck strength to hold up both their heads and a helmet. That was a long time ago, so you should consult with your own pediatrician in case theories have changed since then.
HTH
When my son was that age, the pediatrician said that kids under 1 year old do not have enough neck strength to hold up both their heads and a helmet. That was a long time ago, so you should consult with your own pediatrician in case theories have changed since then.
HTH
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