Working out: Exersaucer
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Exersaucer Opinions
Asked by K. from Dallas
on January 27, 2008
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We're buying an exersaucer for the baby and my hubby thinks the one where the baby sits and spins around the outside is cool. It's the only one I've ever seen where t...
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- We have the standard exersaucer where the baby sits in the middle and spins around. It is collapsible and will also rock if you put the feet up. Our five month old lo...
- Hi K., We bought the Rainforest Jumperoo for our daughter when she was 4 months (she's now 7 months). She absolutely loves it. We use it every single day and she ...
- My 8 month old LOVES the rainforest jumperoo. It's definately the best toy that we've purchased!
What Next After Exersaucer?
Asked by P.J. from Chicago
on August 2, 2008
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Our almost 9mos old son seems to be getting bored w/his exersaucer. He can't walk yet so we like using it because it keeps him upright for a while after eating (he's ...
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- Don't do anymore exersaucers...here's some links to some toys my daughter liked around your son's age and some of them she still continues to play with. http://www.t...
- my kids loved exploring by cruising along the furniture, and also their intellitable was a huge hit. not being confined to a "thing" is a big perk once they start bein...
- What about one of those toys that are 3 in 1...I can't remember the name but I think it is Fisher Price...Learn to Walk? He is almost there and is probably pulling hi...
Jumperoo or Exersaucer
Asked by S.E. from Houston
on April 24, 2009
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I need help deciding whether to buy my son (four-months-old) an exersaucer or a jumperoo. Because he will only be in it for a short time, I only want to buy one of th...
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- The Precious Planet jumperoo got rave reviews on Amazon so we bought it for my son. He's only in it a few minutes a day since he's so little, but he LOVES it... :)
- I had both. If I had to choose just one, I'd get the exersaucer. (My daughter enjoyed both types of toys but the exersaucer was more entertaining. If she got bored w...
- My son loved his exersaucer. Buy it used!!! He will only use it for a little bit and the used baby stores sell them much cheaper. Most of the toys can be taken off and...
Exersaucer Time
Asked by J.A. from San Antonio
on April 16, 2007
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My daughter just turned 7 months old. A month ago my mom bought her a HUGE exersaucer for her to play in. Sometimes she will play in it, completely engaged, for 30 min...
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- Hi J., From all that I've read, 30 minutes is a perfect time for babies to be in their exercausers. Any more than that, they'll probably need some physical contact fr...
- I don't think it is to long. My daughter was very content by herself alot. We still did play time togather. I think that as long as you get some play time with her ...
- My nephew is the same way, I wish my kids would have been. My suggestion is to let her play independantly for as long as she will. She will let you know when she is r...
Exersaucer Vs. Jumperoo
Asked by B.H. from Minneapolis
on November 19, 2008
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Wondering the pro's and con's of a typical exersaucer vs. the fisher price jumperoo and which one you'd buy if you could only buy one?
When did your babies start us...
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- Our daugther loves both! We use them for different things. The exersaucer for keeping her safe while I'm in the kitchen or bathroom and the jumperoo for when we need...
- B., My mom has a jumperoo at her house and my boys both loved it. The only thing is, it is seriously huge! I'd say they were in it occasionally from about 5-6 mon...
- We have both--and our daughter LOVED both. I got the Jumperoo for a shower gift and the exersaucer I found at a re-sale shop for $10! Our exersaucer she started to use...
Risks of Standing Flatfooted in the Exersaucer
Asked by A.L. from New York
on August 10, 2008
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Does anyone know any risks that come from your child standing flat footed in an exersaucer. My son loves his, but seems to be outgrowing it. We have it on the highest ...
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- HI A. I never had a exersaucer, but I am guessing that just as with walkers of years ago, there is really a height limit. Our 4 month old was too tall for the walker...
- Weight bearing on the feet helps develop the arches, so no, it's not harmful. But I would look into making sure he's not "top heavy" like a previous post said. (by t...
- Hi A., Sorry I don't have any advice for the the flat footed standing.. I just wanted to comment on the mother son relationship. I love that my little boy, who is ...
Exersaucer for 6 Month Old
Asked by R.S. from Chicago
on February 4, 2010
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Did you buy an exersaucer for your baby? I keep hearing how great they are but they're not cheap and so far I haven't had luck finding one on Craigslist. I don't want...
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- totally worth it!. I would even bring it out in the backyard (when it was nice) and do yard work while they played. It also helps build muscles in the legs. I have e...
- I also loved our excersaucer! Both my boys started in there at 4 months. Once my first son played in the excersaucer, that was the first time my husband & I were able ...
- Try the jumperoo! My 5 month old loves his, he jumps/bounces in that thing for 40 minutes straight, has a bottle and passes out for his afternoon nap. It's amazing! ...
Walker V. Exersaucer
Asked by L.A. from New York
on March 18, 2011
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Ladies,
our five month old loves to "stand" and to "pedal his feet". He isn't happy in his swing, insists on being upright, and hasn't managed a crawl. I'd love a ...
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- The issue with the walkers isn't just stairs; it's that the baby can literally wheel himself into trouble - like over to the coffee table where a hot drink might be si...
- I would recommend an exersaucer. We had both a walker and an exersaucer with both of our children. I didn't really have safety concerns. And with the short amount o...
- Hello, we chose an exersaucer over a baby walker because the AAP does not recommend walkers: http://aapgrandrounds.aappublications.org/cgi/content/extract/3/1/1 an...
Looking for Good Exersaucer or Way to Entertain 5 Month Old
Asked by M.B. from Salt Lake City
on May 7, 2008
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My son is outgrowing his floor gym, bouncer and swing. I have put him in a jumperoo a few times, but he is never happy in it very long. I think I should get an exersau...
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- My neighbor had the Evenflo exersaucer 3 in 1. Her daughter enjoyed it, but my daughter thought it was the best thing in the world. The lights, overhead entertainmen...
- Hello M., I do infant child care in my home and have been very happy with a purchase I made about 5 months ago. I was able to find a Fisher Price Intellitainer for ...
- I bought the Evenflo exersaucer for my first son and now my second baby is using it. I love it! All the little toys are removable which is nice for cleaning. I also...
Motivation for Working Out
Asked by S.F. from Omaha
on April 7, 2011
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I really want to start working out. I usually walk when the weather is nice, but not as often as I should. How do you stay motivated when you really dont have anyone...
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- There is a workout called tabata. What it entails is you choose a workout (I use running and step climbing) and then do intervals. For 20 seconds you go as hard as you...
- I have a treadmill in the laundry room. I have not been very motivated lately either, but I love Lesley S.'s idea! That would make me more accountable! Accountabili...
- My husband is making me run the track in our neighborhood with him at least 3 nights a week. When I say making, I should amend and say, strongly encouraging...he's no...
