Popular Strollers Can Create A Safety Hazard
(ContentDesk) November 4, 2005 -- Three wheeled strollers and swivel-wheeled strollers have become very popular for active parents who like to jog or just take long walks at the parks.
Larger, fixed wheeled joggers are for the serious runner, but the smaller, swivel-wheeled strollers are preferred by those just want to be out with their baby and get a little exercise.
The pneumatic tires soften the ride for baby and smaller 12-inch wheels combined with the swivel-wheel up front make these types of strollers popular on the path and at the mall since they can maneuver the store isles as well as they do the sidewalks.Everything is usually fine during the walking phase, but tipping accidents occurs when the stroller is stopped or parked and the parent least expects it. Often, a child attempts to climb in or out of a stroller, when the parent isnt looking and the most common injuries are minor cuts and scratches to the head and face. Concussions account for 22% of the injuries.Failure to use stroller restraint systems contribute to many stroller injuries.
Recent improvements in restraint systems, such as the 5-point harness, have reduced the likelihood of injuries due to falls when parents properly secure their children. But, tips can still happen even if the child is strapped in. I was terrified when my child fell over while in a swivel-wheeled stroller says Kerry Williams, a San Jose mother of two.
A sideways bump when the stroller was parked tipped the stroller over with her son strapped inside.
Fortunately, he was not seriously injured.
After this incident, Kerry recruited her Dad, a mechanical engineer and retired CEO to find a solution to this common problem.
After a number of trial and error solutions, they engineered a brake-activated front-stabilizing kickstand that provides stability and support. Now, a mother can simply step on the rear brake bar of the Urban Advantage stroller and the kickstand comes down and locks into place. It retracts when the brake is released.
Kerry says, I love it, I dont worry about a repeat accident and my son can safely climb in and out of the stroller.
Contact: Kerry WilliamsGo-Go Babyz Corporation888-686-2552 ext 704Fax 408-360-7967www.gogobabyz.com.
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