The situation when children with a small age difference are born in the family is not exceptional. Such brothers and sisters are not boring at all in childhood, but the mother of two children the first years is not sweet. Go to a store, a clinic or other business with a baby in a wheelchair and an older child who is trying to escape somewhere and not a simple task, but this problem can be solved by a modern invention - a stroller for a second child, it is also called a step or platform.
What is a stand?
The stand for the older child on the junior carriage is a construction in the form of a platform of strong materials on wheels. It easily connects to the frame of the stroller with simple attachments, which allows it to be installed without any special effort and is also easy to remove. There are compact or folding models of supports, which can be put in the basket stroller, when they are not used. Usually this is a non-slip surface that allows the child to comfortably and reliably stand or sit. The platform for the second child is often equipped in addition to rubber wheels shock absorbers, they make the movement comfortable.
What are the advantages of the running board?
The advantages of the footboard for the older child for the stroller can be attributed to both physical and psychological factors:
- The elder child from children-weather does not always know how to walk well to the appearance of a second baby and often asks for handles. It is obvious that pushing a stroller and carrying an older child in his arms is almost impossible, the footboard simplifies the walk.
- In the case when the eldest child is already walking well and even running, it can be difficult to keep up and repeat all his maneuvers, so it is more convenient to seat him on the platform and move without straining towards the goal.
- Often the older child is jealous of his mother for a "new" child, he is hurt that the baby's mother is lucky in the wheelchair, and he must move himself somewhere on the side. In this sense, the stand gives mom the opportunity to take care of the kids equally.
- In the end, the step can be a good helper to transport large purchases.
What are the stand on the stroller?
Manufacturers offer a good selection of wheelchairs to the wheelchair. They can differ in the way the child is transported, that is, be standing, sitting or standing-sessile. The footrests on which you can stand or stand and sit are attached to the stroller in the middle. They do not violate the stability of the stroller, do not prevent her from pushing her and allow her to not touch the structure with her feet. Interesting options can be found among the saddle supports, the footrest-seat for the second child can be attached side by side to the stroller, and can be fastened over the stroller, as if hanging over the youngest child lying in the stroller.
Also distinguish stands for the possibility of fastening. For example, the universal footboard for the second child is suitable for wheelchairs of any type and any brand. The universal stand, thanks to adjustable holders, can be used regardless of whether you want to attach it to a transformer, a walking chair or a walking stick. Another type is semi-universal platforms, they can approach strollers of different firms, but of certain types or
Do wheelchair footprints have flaws?
In the process of exploitation, mothers have identified a number of disadvantages of these designs, which are better to know in advance:
- inexpensive models of supports for the second child do not differ reliability of fasteners, so it is better to buy additional ones immediately;
- the weight of the second child is limited to 20-22 kg, usually this strength is sufficient for the average child;
- The footrest somewhat reduces the maneuverability of the stroller.