I was just noticing Modern Family has a new episode coming out and the hot topic of kids on leashes is being argued on their facebook page. It got me thinking about this subject and every ones heavy opinions on this. I admit, I own a toddler leash. I bought it when my daughter was two and we were heading to the happiest place on earth. However, I have never used it and the reason why is not controversial. My DD bucked around like an untrained puppy. She is a stroller baby so trips to Disneyland or other crowded establishments proved easy enough since she was fine being pushed around like the princess she is. That said, the leash is now a toy in the toybox.
Now...DD #4. Totally different story. I have since forgotten about the leash but as I was reading the comments on FB about the use of, it got me thinking. If I knew where that leash was right now, I may consider using it again. DD #4 is NOT a stroller baby. She insists on walking. I'm ok with it, that is not my issue. DD #4 also fights you tooth and nail on hand holding. I would actually be fine with her right next to me except she also has no fears. She will run like the dickens no matter how much I teach her about danger, bribe, threaten, whatever tactic I do to get her to stay close. It's impossible and the mere thought of taking her in a public place without a stroller or leash scares the dickens out of me. I'm pretty sure she would chew herself free from the grip of my hand if she could get away with it.
Everyone on the FB page against the leashes is stating factually that a good parent who raises their children properly do not need a leash. I'm wondering where I have failed? She is a vibrant, smart, inquisitive child who is extremely independent and has been since day one! I don't believe breaking her like a wild horse is necessarily good parenting and I also think some mustangs can't be broken. My gawd, I've often thought there must be something wrong with this child that she cannot be broken. Does this mean I can't use a leash out of fear of judgement? Truthfully, fear of judgement is not my style but peace of mind is.
Reign those kids in mama's and papa's. I would rather you spend the afternoon in your overly crowded public place with peace of mind actually enjoying the day rather than frantically fighting with your child out of fear of losing them. Worse yet, spending the day frantically LOOKING for your child who has disappeared in a matter of seconds. People are so quick to pass judgement on one another and honestly, if you lost your kid they would probably point the finger at you for that too. I say, the only time passing judgement is acceptable is when it involves lack of a child's safety and in some cases, the missing leash might actually be that. Bite your tongues judgement jerks. I'm looking for our leash today!
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