Reply #178: They are wonderful and encourage a good body and mind.

[Boudica the Lyoness]

A toddler gets bored in his pushchair or stroller and wants to walk and explore his world. A toddler harness and reins are a wonderful and safe way to let him get some exercise by walking with the 'big' people and lets him look up close and touch his new discoveries. Soon as his little legs get tired he can be put back into his pushchair for a well deserved rest.

Toddlers sometimes, in their eagerness to explore their new surroundings, will make a mad dash into danger, such as a busy street or dive onto a dog turd. A mum that has the little tyke in a harness and reins can stop him from becoming very stinky or maybe dead.

Let them explore their world safely. Don't keep them in a pushchair all the time or expect them to walk along at your pace, holding your hand.