Jolly Jumpers - Yes or No??

[blessedatlast]

So I was wondering about the use of a Jolly jumper.. I heard they were bad for bub, that they put pressure on the pelvis or something which in turn causes damage to the spine??

I will admit, I have not done much research, just read the first couple of things that came up in a google search. Some were for, some against and some said they were ok as long as they weren't over used..

So what are your thoughts? Have you used one? Would you? If you are against them and think they are dangerous do you have any evidence to back it that you could share with me?

[kelebek]

my personal thoughts are that I don't like them for a couple of reasons (and why I have never used one)
the biggest reason is that if they aren't attached properly there has been some serious injuries to babies heads from the springs etc... (although you can get some that don't have the springy bit above the head)
You are right, the pressure is on the pelvis so it's a bit like those famous 'BB' carriers, same problems of baby not being supported by anything else but the pelvis. (although it is recommended you don't leave them in for longer then 15 -20 mins for this reason)
I personally think it encourages them to bear weight on thier toes, cause that is what touches the ground, instead of the whole feet (no real evidence except my own opinion)
I used a bouncer to keep DS occupied and I spent a lot of time holding him, not always practical for most people but I was in that unique postion that I chose to do that. I didn't do a lot of housework in those first 12 mnths either.

Goodluck whatever you decide

[Emma09]

I used a jolly jumper with DD, but only in moderation and only when supervised.
She loved it.

[ellasmummy]

My dd1 was recommended to have 10 minutes of jolly jumper or jumparoo time per day. Hers is an extreme case as she didn't weight bare at all until 3 years old, but I did ask the physio as I'd heard they weren't good. She advised as long as you're not using them as a babysitter its fine, and that most kids won't tolerate lots of time in them anyways.....mind you with dd2 from 4-6 months, the jumparoo was pretty much the only time she was happy! And booby time lol

[starangelk]

We have used one, dd wasn't a big fan but ds who is the same age as J loves it. We make sure that the setting is the right height and he bounces flat footed for up to 15 minutes every couple of days. You can get some bargain ones off gumtree or the trading post

[Charlotte91]

We used one, only for 10 minutes in the morning and night. Our physio said we shouldn't use one, as parents leave their kids in them for over half an hour and it causes damage, but 5 minutes here or there would be OK.

It also encourages 'toe stepping', so walking on tippy toes.

We had a jumper that wasn't attached to the door, it was on it's own stand. I don't know what brand it was, tho.

[Maruschke]

We have used one, dd wasn't a big fan but ds who is the same age as J loves it. We make sure that the setting is the right height and he bounces flat footed for up to 15 minutes every couple of days. You can get some bargain ones off gumtree or the trading post

Same here. DD1 loved it and she bounced flat footed. Spent about 10 minutes a day in it.

I have one you can borrow if you want to try Jett in one without spending money.

[megs]

I have one and have used with my boys. I used it hanging off the doorframe. Like others i only put them in it for about 10 mins at a time ever other day. None of my boys have been toe walkers.

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[Calluna]

We used one and have seen no ill effects. Ds loved it.

[Miss.September]

We used ours. DD was in a hip brace and it was the only way for a long time that she could be upright. We'd put her in, brace and all, and she'd try to move around and turn in circles. She loved it, even fell asleep in it once.

I think it's probably like everything - in moderation and in supervised situations.

[ebn_d]

We used one, but only for at most 10 mins at a time, ds loved it and it helped use up some energy. We have not noticed any problems at all related to it.

[Astrid]

Used one twice with DD1 (it was a gift). Frankly not worth the hassle of getting her in and out for only 10 minutes of bouncing. She really hated getting in one. It is on the tip now, as I just could not hand it on to someone else knowing that it is really not a recommended item.

To me just not worth it for just short amounts of time it can be used for.

[Razzberry]

We were advised by our physio and our paediatrician not to use one for our DD as puts to much pressure on babies hips (among other issues). Because my DD had mild hip dysplasia I did not want to take the risk!

[luna moth]

We were advised by our physio and our paediatrician not to use one for our DD as puts to much pressure on babies hips (among other issues). Because my DD had mild hip dysplasia I did not want to take the risk!

Ditto. It's a no from me. Nor will I use Exersaucers or crotch-dangling carriers, or baby walkers (can't believe that those things still exist) I used all three as a baby and I have terrible hip and lower back issues. None of this showed up until I was well into my twenties, but I absolutely believe it contributed.

[PumpkinZulu]

We have been advised not to use one. DD has hip dysplasia, and the harness seat that the baby sits in is akin to the Baby Bjorn carriers. There's a diagram I've seen, it puts too much pressure on the hip and can cause it to either dislocate (partially or fully) or set in the wrong position. The legs need to be far more spread than the jolly jumper, BB etc seats allow. Our doctor did say that lots of standing and pressure is good, just not in a jolly jumper. Seeing as our next babies will be at risk of DDH, we won't use them.

[Taurean]

We have both a Fisher Price Jumperoo and a Jolly Jumper and DD1 hardly used the JJ as the jumperoo was so much easier and much more fun for DD. Sure, the jumperoo took up more room and was constantly on display but it was quick and easy to put DD in and she loved it! No issue with her hips or development either. She crawled at 8 months and walked on her first birthday after months of cruising. No toe walking here either.

I'd highly recommend a jumperoo.

[Miss.B]

We also used the FP jumperoo, DS looooooooved it. He didn't like the jolly jumper at all, ended up selling it on ebay when it sat under the bed for 6 months....

[blessedatlast]

Thanks to everyone who replied

I would be speaking to DS's physiotherapist before I used one, he is nowhere near ready yet anyway.

I was curious as to if many people used them anymore.. I hadn't really heard of them for a few years but then 2 of my friends with babies recently were talking about them..