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Monitor Your Little One's Wellbeing With a Parent Facing Pram While your child is snuggled in a parent-facing pram, you can monitor their well-being and comfort. This is especially useful on busy days. University of Dundee study found that babies who were in buggies with faces had more fun and chatted twice as often and had lower heart rate all of which indicate less stress. Peace of Mind A parent-facing pram is an excellent way to ensure your baby's safety. They will be in a secure seat which is securely secured with the five-point harness, keeping them safe from any accidents that could occur when they are out and about. lightweight stroller will also come with an ample shopping basket that can take care of all the baby's needs so that you don't have to worry about where to store all the other items. Having the right accessories is also important to help your baby stay at ease throughout their journeys including a footmuff (check that they're compatible with the 5-point harness) and an extra liner for your pram to shield against the sun or rain. It is important to test drive the pushchair before you buy it for your child. Models that have swivel wheels for easy maneuverability, and adjustable handlebars will make it easier for the entire family to use. A safety harness is vital for parents who are concerned about their baby falling out of the buggy. It will prevent your child from getting out of the seat, and it's also a great method to keep them safe in case there is an emergency. Some experts for babies recommend waiting until a baby is six months old to use a stroller with a front view, but this depends on the individual's developmental milestones. Some babies are ready to face the world more quickly particularly if their curiosity and desire to discover the world is strong. Parents may worry that their baby will develop a flat spot on the side of his head when they sit in a pram facing them, but there's no need to worry. Auckland osteopath Julia Griffiths suggests that babies must spend a significant amount of time lying down to strengthen their skull muscles, and this can often be done by using a carrier in a seated position with the parent along with supervised belly time. Enhanced Bonding It is important to consider the direction your baby is facing when they are out and about, whether you are using a pram or pushchair. It may seem like a minor detail but it can have a huge impact on your child's development and interaction with you while out and about. A new study has revealed that children in buggies with a side view are less likely to engage in conversation or laugh with their parents as compared to those who have a parent facing pushchair. The study observed 2,722 children and their parents in 60 towns, as well as another more thorough study of 20 mothers and their infants. The findings show that babies who sit in a front-facing buggy with their parents are twice more likely to smile at each other as compared to those who are in an away-facing buggy. The reason is that when your child is able to see you, they are more engaged and excited to share their experience with you, which encourages the bonding process and fostering conversation. Face-to-face interaction between babies encourages attachment and development. It also lets you show them things like buses and playgrounds, or flowers that they may not be aware of otherwise. However, it is important to remember that your baby should be able to sit independently before turning into a pushchair that faces the front. Baby's older than this age might be unable to adjust to the new position, and may be more stressed when they are forced to change from a seated to standing position. A doctor can test your baby to make sure they are well-prepared for the transition. They'll be able to verify that your child's muscles and bones are strong enough to take on it, as well as check to see if they've developed any over-sensitive spots. This test is especially important if your child been using your pushchair from birth or if you have previously used a pram with rear-facing seats. A health professional will also be able to give you advice on the appropriate time for your child to transition into a forward-facing pushchair. Better Eye Contact One of the best advantages of having a pram that is positioned for parents is being able to make eye contact with your baby. This is particularly important for infants and newborns, as they are still learning about the world around them. You can also play with them and talk to them to aid them in learning the names of the things they see. Studies have proven that when a child is sitting in front of their parents, they're more likely to talk to them and have fun than if they're looking away from them. This is because they're absorbing the sounds and visuals of their environment which aids them in understanding the world around them. In addition, eye contact allows parents to communicate with their children, which helps ease their pain and allows them to relax. Bring a travel toy with you for your child to play with while they are in their pushchair. These toys stimulate the mind and make children smile. These toys can help your child to recognize your voice, which is crucial for the development of their brain. Babies are fascinated by the world around them and exploring the world around them. As they grow older and more active, they may be able to sit up in their pushchair. If this is true, it's worthwhile considering a front-facing stroller or pram from our range. It is recommended to put on an additional footmuff after converting to a pushchair with a forward-facing. This will help keep your baby warm. Choose a style that can be slid on and removed as required and is compatible with your baby's car seat or cot. It's also a good idea to buy an item that is distinctive and will let your child identify their own pram while out and out and about. One of the best ways to ensure that your baby's position for pushing is correct and comfortable is to check their head and neck alignment frequently. If the front of their pushchair is tilted inwards, then their neck and head will be pushed against it which isn't a good idea. Easier Monitoring The comforting sight of your baby's face in a pram with a parent in it allows you to monitor them more closely. You can easily see whether they are snoring, angry or cold, or have a hat on their head or one of their socks has fallen off. You can also talk to a baby more comfortably when they are right in your presence. They can see you and hear your voice. This is particularly crucial for toddlers and babies who suffer from language or speech delays as it can help stimulate their brains. It's also a great way to teach your child about the world around them, like when you point out flowers or buses. You can also sing to them, especially when you know they love singing! Numerous studies have proven that babies facing their parents love to talk with them. For example, this study by Dundee University found that babies chatted twice as much when in a pushchair that was facing forward than in a rear-facing pushchair. The same study found that babies who's faces were not visible by their parents showed more fluctuations in heart rate, indicating that they were anxious and stressed. Babies who's faces were visible to their parents, on the other hand were able to have heart rates that were more stable and calm. This doesn't mean that every child must be changed to a forward-facing stroller immediately. In fact, it's usually recommended to wait until your child is at least six months old before making the change. It is at this age that their bones and muscles have fully developed to allow them to safely make the change. Many parents put their children in a stroller facing the parent until the time comes. There are numerous excellent strollers and pushing chairs that let you switch between the two positions, so you can keep your child parent-facing for as long as you want. Verify the compatibility between your buggy or pram and the car seat you intend to use. This can vary from model to model.