References:
1. Government of Canada - Find recalls, advisories and safety alerts.
2. Parachute - Home Safety Play Time
3. Government of Canada - Consumer product safety reports
4. Internal Exersaucer/Jolly Jumper Guidelines- NCC
What's the difference between exersaucers and infant jumpers?
Exersaucers are stationary activity centres that allow the infant to stand in upright position, reaching various play items attached to the frame.
An infant jumper is a seat hung from the top of a door or a frame with a clamp and allows babies to bounce up and down.
Both of these can be fun for a baby and can strengthen muscles in lower legs but they can cause injuries. They also restrict exploration, keep them in one place and do not strengthen muscles in lower hips, trunk and arms. These muscles are important to help crawl, pull to stand and walk.
Safety
- Baby walkers are banned in Canada. The ban applies to the sale of both new and second-hand baby walkers sold through online markets, garage sales or thrift stores. Modified baby walkers with the wheels removed are also banned.
- Spend no more than 15-30 minutes per day in these devices. This allows your child to play and move in a variety of different settings and positions.
- Do not leave your baby unsupervised
- Ensure no loose or broken parts that can be swallowed
- Keep items far away from stairs, doors, windows, coffee tables, fireplaces, blind cords and all other items that are dangerous.
- Check for product recalls through Health Canada’s Consumer Product Safety website or call 1-866-662-0666
Recommendations
- Baby has head control and is able to sit without support
- Baby's feet are flat and touching the surface (if not possible place a book underneath and adjust height settings)
- To be used for short periods of time and not to replace floor time
- Consult with your doctor if you have any concerns before using
Referrals:
1. ICDS