Exercise is important for everyone, regardless of age. It is key to good health and provides us with a sense of accomplishment when we are complimented on losing weight or staying active. However, many moms feel forced to give up exercise when they feel they need it the most. After delivering a baby. After performing the miracle of childbirth, when they feel that their body is out of shape. They want to shed the pounds but wonder if running with baby is truly safe or not.
Baby Safety Matters
It is important you speak with your doctor and your baby’s before taking your baby on a run with you. You have to make sure it is safe for you both. For you, doing anything too strenuous right after delivery can cause unnecessary pain and suffering.
Before that, you can take your baby on a walk while using a baby carrier. It is recommended that you never run with your baby in a carrier, but walking and fast walking is okay as long as your baby is not getting bounced around.
Before doing either, your infant needs to have good control over their head and neck. This usually does not happen until babies are about 6 months old.
When It Is Running Time
When your baby is ready and you decide to start jogging again, you still should never run with your infant in a carrier. Baby carriers are not meant for it. Your baby could fall out from all the bouncing around.
There is also a much safer and better option. You can use running strollers instead. Even though this stroller is designed for jogging with baby, it will still cause them to jostle around. Head and neck control is vital. They are not “comfort items” like a crib with wheels, which are also a bad idea for running. Jogging strollers are functional items that allow you and baby to get out into the world while you exercise. Rolling cribs often have wheels that can change direction or lock into place. Designed to keep your baby comfortable while you move it from room to room.
Getting Back In Shape
The best way to run with a baby is to wait until they are ready. If you take your baby jogging in the stroller and they start to fuss, you may want to head back home and try again another day. Jogging should not ever be stressful for the infant or for you, which will happen if your little one is uncomfortable. As long as everything is going smoothly, you can use this exercise routine as a way to bond with your infant. When they grow into toddlerhood and beyond, they will likely want to jog along with you. This will ensure that they are always healthy kids who grow up to be healthier adults. Can you think of a reason not to give them the best start possible?
