Overview
Taking care of a baby or toddler is often plenty of exercise for parents. However, if that's not enough, riding with your baby in a bike trailer can be an entertaining way to get exercise --- and get your baby out in the fresh air. Because there are dangers associated with baby bike trailers, it is important to observe safety precautions and measures.
Find the Right Fit
According to the ConsumerReports website, it is important to find a bike trailer that fits both your bike and your child. Put your child into the seat to ensure that she fits safely and comfortably. Test the bike trailer if possible, either in the store or by borrowing a friend's bike trailer. Make sure that the trailer can be safely mounted on your bicycle --- some trailers will not properly fit on bikes with disc brakes or oversized tires.
Be sure that your bike trailer can be easily noticed by motorists, pedestrians and other bikers. Install a safety flag over the trailer so that it is easy to spot. Attach a light and reflectors to the trailer so that it is visible even at night. Always use hand signals when you are riding, turning or stopping --- this will ensure that all motorists understand your intentions and give you and the trailer plenty of room to maneuver.
Practice Safety
Ensure that you and all riders are wearing a properly fitting helmet --- even your baby. Babies as young as 12 months old should wear a helmet that fits snugly on the head without tilting or rocking. Make sure that the helmet straps are adjustable so that you can snugly tighten them beneath the chin. Do not use used helmets or those that have been involved in a previous accident. This can lessen the helmet's effectiveness and structure.
Physical Limitations
Make sure that your baby is physically ready to ride in a bike trailer. The Babycenter website recommends waiting until your baby can sit up on his own steadily, and able to support the weight of his head with control of his neck. Because there are no specific rules to determine if your baby is ready to ride in a bike trailer, check with your pediatrician to make sure it is safe for your child.
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