Has anyone used this for heavier kids? I have a special needs son 30 lbs but 6 years old and need a way to have some outside support to help carry him
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My son is about 18 pounds, and I find it uncomfortable to carry him in a hip carry. You might check to see if you have a local baby-wearing group - mine lets you try different carriers at meetings [I know he's not a baby, but I'm sure most groups would be open to your needs :-)]. Then you can choose to buy or borrow (small yearly fee) from the group :-)
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Unless you are a regular weight lifter I wouldn't recommend it, and I am pretty sure he exceeds the weight limit, anyhow. I was no longer comfortable carrying my son for any length of time in a front carry after he was 15lbs; he's about 25 lbs and this *may* help a bit with a hip carry still. You should look for a toddler soft structured carrier (I think most are rated up to 40 lbs), or I think a Storchenwiege wrap could work. Either way, you'll have to shell out around $150-180 new for a carrier that will work for you. The structured carriers are very nice for back carries if you need to carry him for a longer period of time.
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Unless you are a regular weight lifter I wouldn't recommend it, and I am pretty sure he exceeds the weight limit, anyhow. I was no longer comfortable carrying my son for any length of time in a front carry after he was 15lbs; he's about 25 lbs and this *may* help a bit with a hip carry still. You should look for a toddler soft structured carrier (I think most are rated up to 40 lbs), or I think a Storchenwiege wrap could work. Either way, you'll have to shell out around $150-180 new for a carrier that will work for you. The structured carriers are very nice for back carries if you need to carry him for a longer period of time. Unless you are a regular weight lifter I wouldn't recommend it, and I am pretty sure he exceeds the weight limit, anyhow. I was no longer comfortable carrying my son for any length of time in a front carry after he was 15lbs; he's about 25 lbs and this *may* help a bit with a hip carry still. You should look for a toddler soft structured carrier (I think most are rated up to 40 lbs), or I think a Storchenwiege wrap could work. Either way, you'll have to shell out around $150-180 new for a carrier that will work for you. The structured carriers are very nice for back carries if you need to... » Read More Unless you are a regular weight lifter I wouldn't recommend it, and I am pretty sure he exceeds the weight limit, anyhow. I was no longer comfortable carrying my son for any length of time in a front carry after he was 15lbs; he's about 25 lbs and this *may* help a bit with a hip carry still. You should look for a toddler soft structured carrier (I think most are rated up to 40 lbs), or I think a Storchenwiege wrap could work. Either way, you'll have to shell out around $150-180 new for a carrier that will work for you. The structured carriers are very nice for back carries if you need to carry him for a longer period of time. « Show Less
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My son has always been big for his age. We never had issue and recently passed it along to a friend as it was a lot of fun for M. It's definately sturdy, but don't remember exactly how much he weighed. Sorry
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We got it for the higher weight rating too. Not that we're doing triple reverse back flips, but I've been on this with my kids for a total of 350 lbs with no issues during or after. Perhaps a better admonishment would be to not have a single person heavier than 250 lbs bounce as I can see the combination of weight AND a lot downward force causing the "tarp" to sag down to half the height of the legs. Even then, the bigger issue would be more for anyone else in the trampoline at the same time that is lighter weight as it could launch them up pretty good like a sling shot.
1449835
I have this and it is perfect for kids 1-3 20lbs- 40lbs. My 4 yr old daughter was to heavy
157136
I think the heavier the better. My son is very light, only about 100 pounds, and it skids around for him. We have found that the back rest is very uncomfortable. It makes his back hurt so he doesn't ride it much. The back wheels are not very gripping, so with his light weight, it tends to slide all over the ground.
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I've been on there with both kids, prob 250lbs all together. The fabric is a little slippery though so we all kind of fell off in a heap. It would work well, though, for a more coordinated family!
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In my experience with my 6 month old I need the extra accessory piece of the clip in booster seat. The straps are not strong enough to hold my guy in place and so he uses the seat as the needed support until strong enough to hold himself via straps.
1988834
My son is 18 months and 29 lbs and it still holds him fine. Wasn't aware of the 30 lbs weight limit before reading previous answers. My son is fairly tall, as well. So his feet hang over the end, but it still works great.
60331
We used the plus version for my Mom, she weighed around 240. It is just an ok item, it can be difficult at times to lower or raise. We eventually just bought Mom an electric lift chair because she found the uplift cushion to be uncomfortable for sitting any length of time. We ended up just using it when we would take her to visit her family. The uplift is more of a makeshift solution, can be helpful sometimes but not for a longterm problem.
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Our daughter, tall and not particularly strong was able to use it reasonably well on her 11th birthday. I'm not sure about the more technical questions. At the same time her 12 year old brother had no problem pulling it,
576681
Yes, it will work fine....our son is 22 lbs. and it works great! Plus it can transition to be used as just a booster once he's old enough.
278648
No Sir.....there is no support. It is more suitable for children. It does not stay open if you get up from your seat. It seems to be more of a cushion support for a support system.
1719581
Personally, I wouldn't recommend it, but to each their own. Just as Triplethreat suggested, it is about the ability to understand...occasionally I have to tell my 3 year old (that is 32 lbs) to be still. If she gets into the ride and starts to lean, it throws off my balance and can be quite dangerous going around turns (especially passing others on the trails.) Also, keep in mind other factors, such as things being kicked, or splashed up in their face, and them not being able to tell you. Just my opinion, but I would get an inclosed one until your kiddo is a bit older.
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The product is sturdy, but I am not sure as to how much weight it could hold up to if someone was to lean on it constantly. I would check with manufacturer specs or contact them. I use it for a 50 pound child but it is more of a safety factor if they lean back, it will stop them from falling off.
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Don't think it will be long or sturdy enough to support you (or amyone else, for that matter - the design is extremely flimsy, could not even handle my very skinny 12 year old son! A very poorly designed product)
383776
My daughter is 53 pounds. This is perfect for her. Anything more than 70, I don't think it would work well. Some older and larger kids have tried it but it was too small and didn't give them the same spring as for a smaller kid.
1087477
My guess is that you'd have to be about 35-45 lbs to pull this thing over trying to get up. The base is extremely wide so I don't see your child overcoming that. Also, it doesn't really have anything to pull on outside of the slides which are towards the center which is where it is most sturdy.