Tuesday 29 December 2009

tips bagi parent yg nak beli baby walker

Baby Walkers Safety Tips

Although baby walkers are quite popular they are controversial as well. Many babies and their parents tend to like them because babies tend to stay entertained while in them. There are different types of baby walkers available, and the most common type has a base that is plastic with a seat made of fabric that has legs holes in it and a frame with wheels which lets the baby scoot over the floor.When it comes to baby walkers there are quite a few concerns in regards to safety. In addition, although a lot of parents think that walkers help their child learn how to walk, some studies have shown that in fact the walkers may cause a delay rather than enhance the walking process. If you are thinking about getting a baby walker, here are some safety tips you should follow.First of all you need to be certain that any baby walker you buy passes safety standards that have been set. Infant Walkers standards have been issued in the U.S. from the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Some of the safety standards include the requirement that baby walkers be wider than standard doorways and also come with gripping mechanisms which prevent the walker from going over steps.Just be sure if you are going to buy a baby walker that it has passed your country's safety standards. Look for a sticker or label to indicate this. Baby walkers that don't come with this should not be purchased.fingers can get trapped in. Baby walkers which have passed safety specifications will most likely be safe, but to be err on the side of precaution always inspect the particular walker.Baby walkers should have stable, wide bases and wheels with a 50mm minimum diameter. Your baby's feel should be able to touch the floor. There is less certainty that used baby walkers meet safety specifications, so purchasing a new one is probably safer.A baby shouldn't ever be left unsupervised and especially when they are seated in a walker. Babies should also not stay in walkers for extended time periods. This could potentially cause their walking ability to be delayed.When your baby is inside the baby walker make sure access is blocked off to any staircases, heaters, fireplaces, swimming pools, sliding doors or other potentially dangerous areas. You need to be aware that there are safety concerns regarding baby walkers. If you are going to use one be sure to follow these baby walker safety tips.

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