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I wish · Nov 3, 2009, 02:06 PM

When in doubt, just do it. Better safe than sorry.

I would suggest wrist over neck leashes though.

justcurious55 · Nov 3, 2009, 02:07 PM

While the "what ifs" are possible, I agree with judy. Even people who are sick enough to want to steal someone else's child still have some basic human characteristics. Why take a child that you have to do extra work to take when you can lure one away from a parent not paying attention or with their back turned?

spitvenom · Nov 3, 2009, 02:17 PM

My best friend was a leash kid. But he would run away from his mom and hide in the close racks at the mall. So I see the point of them. Unlike my wife I would never belittle someone for doing that. Now I will belittle you if your kid is acting like a little terror and you do nothing about it. So I say do it.

adam_89 · Nov 3, 2009, 02:22 PM

I never liked the idea of them before and when I seen then out in public I am sure people thought they got some pretty weird looks from me. After reading all this on here it sounds like a good idea so I would get it if you haven't already.

mudweiser · Nov 3, 2009, 02:59 PM

Originally Posted by MsMewiththat

I don't mean to offend, but I don't care for the leash. Just the name alone suggests something not fit for children. I think whatever you decide works for you or that you need for peace of mind is what you should do.
However, don't use the leash as an alternative to getting your child to understand throught communicaton and discipline, the importance of being safe and well mannered.

Oh trust me I won't.

Rachel doesn't run away at stores, or when we go for walks-- in fact she insists on me holding her hand whenever we are out. I don't have a problem with that.

To be honest, I'm a nervous traveler, and a messy one. Even if I have my passport at hand I always find a way to complicate my travel, whether it's dropping my juice on my documents to forgetting my wallet at the check in. Really, I'm not a good person to travel with. I trip. I lose things. I'm just all over the place. Ahaha

I'm mostly worried about some creep-o trying to give her a lollipop when I have my back turned for a second or while I'm trying to get her snacks from my bag... just anytime I don't have my eye on her.

I am going to use the "child harness" solely for the airport.

Thanks for your input.

Sarah

MsMewiththat · Nov 3, 2009, 03:09 PM

Sarah
YOu are most welcome. I was always really fussy about traveling with my son. They do get so curious in the environment. I understand your position and by all means you have to do what makes you feel secure. Honestly.
Safe travels to you. ENJOY!

mudweiser · Nov 3, 2009, 03:25 PM

Originally Posted by MsMewiththat

Sarah
YOu are most welcome. I was always really fussy about traveling with my son. They do get so curious in the environment. I understand your position and by all means you have to do what makes you feel secure. Honestly.
Safe travels to you. ENJOY!

Oh I'll try my best to enjoy it.

I'm pretty sure I'm making it worse than it is. I always do that.

Last night I was up thinking "omg what if the plane crashes..."

Sarah

ohsohappy · Nov 3, 2009, 03:59 PM

Originally Posted by mudweiser

Oh I'll try my best to enjoy it.

I'm pretty sure I'm making it worse than it is. I always do that.

Last night I was up thinking "omg what if the plane crashes..."

Sarah

OMG! What if the plane DOESN'T crash? :)

jmjoseph · Nov 3, 2009, 05:10 PM

My vote is for renting a stroller from the airport. That way you don't have to lug the "leash" around on your trip, plus you won't get dirty looks from people like me. And she won't get tired walking, and you can go at a faster pace.

Sorry, but I just don't care for them. It simply looks too much like walking a dog. But that's just me.

asking · Nov 3, 2009, 06:34 PM

Heh. Just to be difficult, walking is GOOD for children. I hate it when people push 5 year olds around in strollers. Besides, if Rachel walks around instead of sitting, she will sleep on the plane. Finally, different kids take to strollers or not. My older son loved nothing better than sit passively. The younger one would scream if I tried to put him in.

We all get to be difficult about something. :)

jmjoseph · Nov 3, 2009, 07:06 PM

Originally Posted by asking

Heh. Just to be difficult, walking is GOOD for children. I hate it when people push 5 year olds around in strollers. Besides, if Rachel walks around instead of sitting, she will sleep on the plane. Finally, different kids take to strollers or not. My older son loved nothing better than sit passively. The younger one would scream if I tried to put him in.

We all get to be difficult about something. :)

Who said anything about a five year old? Her girl is two.

I wouldn't put a five year old in a stroller.

tickle · Nov 4, 2009, 05:25 AM

If the leash eases your mind, muddy, the get it ! Airports are very stressful for rmoms and little ones at the best of times.

Tick

redhed35 · Nov 4, 2009, 05:42 AM

I just thought of another idea for you..

Dress her in bright clothes.. or if she will wear a distinctive cap or hat... the colours will stand out and catch your eye if she strays to far.

Stripes or dots,something that will stand out.

mudweiser · Nov 5, 2009, 09:05 PM

20 hours later... here I am in Hudson's Hope B.C.

I AM tired!

I left to Toronto from Windsor at midnight, then my flight left at 7ish and from Edmonton I took the plane to Grande Paririe and now I'm in Hudson's Hope :)-- FEWF

By the way, the airport was not even busy, I had the harness on her and it was just pointless she still wanted me to hold her hand. So I held her and took the backpack/harness off and let her run around.

It was easy breezy. I'm supa tired though :(

Sarah

tickle · Nov 6, 2009, 07:02 AM

Hay, you made it ! Worry for nothing, but that's what we do, eh, mom. Have a great stay in lovely BC. What is the weather like ?

Tick

excon · Nov 6, 2009, 07:05 AM

Hello Sarah:

Have you tried Velcro?

excon

JudyKayTee · Nov 6, 2009, 08:54 AM

Originally Posted by excon

Hello Sarah:

Have you tried Velcro?

excon

I bought a husband leash with a matching choker - would you try it on for me?

jenniepepsi · Nov 6, 2009, 10:13 AM

Hey hon. I say yes. I accually prefer them to the wrists ones cause I feel safer knowing that if someone does try to snatch my daughter up and run off with her, and it jerks the strap, I know it will grab her body and not grab and possibly injure her wrist. You know?

*EDIT* sorry hon I did that mistake that eveyrone hates and I replied before reading other replys. Gladl you guys made it safe!

NeedKarma · Nov 6, 2009, 10:20 AM

Does that really happen is the states a lot - kids being grabbed away from their parents?

ohsohappy · Nov 6, 2009, 12:11 PM

Originally Posted by NeedKarma

Does that really happen is the states a lot - kids being grabbed away from their parents?

It happens more often than you'd think. :( I'ts really unfortunate. There's lists and lists of missing people starting at any age, mostly young. It's really sad.