Stroller for my 8 year old?? I KNOW I KNOW!!

[SEA333]

My original points were totally missed...and maybe your neighbor totally agrees with #8. But you have a good day too!

No...your points were not missed at all. You said that whiny kids should be put in their place, and that strollers should not be used for children after an undetermined age.

I happen to disagree that you should be the one who decides. I never understand why people feel like a stroller is such a bad thing. It's not killing anyone.

Oh...and, yes. I'm sure my neighbor was just as glad...took all of the pressure off of her to compete for the perfect parent "No stroller for us" award. I'm sure her kids never rode in a stroller at Disney World.

 

[ReluctantDisaholic]

Wow, so these kids are in top physical condition, can practice multiple hours a day, multiple days a week, never get tired, could go out and complete a triathlon tomorrow. But they need a stroller at Disney.

So I would guess either it's, A, the kids' behavior needs to be brought up to speed so they're not whining. They need to be taught that whining doesn't mean they always get their way. They wouldn't do it if it wasn't productive for them.

Or, B, mom and dad need to rethink their touring style so it's more in line with what the kids are capable of. Maybe if you're trying to do 14 hour days, every day because YOU want to see something else, it's time to take a cue from your kids. Nothing wrong with slowing down and taking it at their pace so everyone gets to enjoy their vacation. If they're tired-----rest! Amazing concept, I know, but it works.

A stroller isn't the only solution.