That being said he never really used the jumper at all, it was something a friend had given and mostly sat in our basement. Thanks for reading, the setting was just one up from the bottom setting. They don’t get to experience understanding where they are in space when in these devices. In a jumper if the baby is falling forward their proprioceptors don’t have to kick in since they are in the device. So if you slip are proprioceptors kick in and help us to re-adjust. Proprioceptors help us to know where we are in space. Proprioceptive input is huge on the floor as there is much more appropriate contact on the floor. Time on the floor is great for seeking vestibular and proprioceptive input. If a child is having lots of trouble bearing weight and should be it is always best to find a physical therapist or doctor who can help devise a therapeutic plan as appropriate for the individual child. This skill of standing usually takes place between 6-10 months. To assure good posturing likely an adult needs to be there at all times and likely will need support under their feet etc. Great Questions! The problem with devices like exersaucers and jumpers is that they are very difficult to get a baby in them in a position that allows for good posturing. So in the end, I’m cognizant to not overuse any type of equipment including jumpers. I can be within eyesight and feel comfortable with floor time. He is still allowed independent floor play and allowed to explore his environment. My son is belly crawling all over the place and in the play yard he still has the freedom to do this. I have recently purchased a play yard that I LOVE. I like the rule of 2 and 15 (baby equipment no more than 2 times per day for 15 minutes at a time) and try to follow it as best I can ( I’m not perfect!).įloor play is the absolute ideal. Yes, I own a jumper and yes I have used it. This isn’t just meaning jumpers, but all equipment that “contains” a baby. I try to keep contained play in one device to no more than 10-15 minutes a day. I think about putting my body in the position the baby is in. This further decreasing the babies engagement of abdominal or gluteal muscles. Take a look at his back and how it is in the swayback position. Seeing their feet is important to help them develop a sense of balance control.Ĥ. He can’t see his feet! It makes me think about learning to stand and balance. Think of how they are supposed to learn to balance standing on their feet if they are in a pitched forward position all the time?ģ.

Being pitched too far forward also gives them a poor sense of body awareness and sense of where they are in space. It may also result in his head being back too far and shoulder blades pulled back too far. I’m thinking he’s most likely hanging out on ligaments in this position.

In this position it makes it difficult for him to use his gluteals or hip muscles. His body is thrust forward in the jumper. I also noticed that on almost every jumper box in the store practically every baby on the box is on their toes.Ģ. Being on his toes for stability is adding to further poor positioning. It makes me think he is searching for a point of stability as he isn’t ready to be in this position on his own. I make sure to provide appropriate time out of any device (not just jumpers) to explore and play. I’m always careful not to keep baby my in equipment all day long. I only recommend products I use or personally love.Īn answer in short – moderation is key. It looks fun right? As a new mom I decided to look a little closer at this. A jumper seems like an easy solution to this problem.

I totally understand that sometimes you need a minute and need to put baby somewhere where they can be entertained. Trust me, being a first time mom and having a husband that works many hours I get it. Jumpers can come in all forms some that are in a suspended contraption and some that go over doors. The use of jumpers can be a point of contention among some people.

Baby jumper door bouncer