baby on a treadmill?

seafer3 · September 2010

I feel like this is a dumb question...but is it okay to walk on the treadmill with my 8 week old in a carrier? I use a Ergo with the infant insert and we walk outside daily. I want to walk on the treadmill because its still super hot here, and that way i could go for much longer distances. I am just worried about her head bobbing around...i am going to the ped. on friday, but I was hoping someone here might have advice. thanks!!

niki.jones5582 · September 2010

thats a great idea! i think im going to try it! if she's too bobbly ill just put her in the bouncer

ilovejud · September 2010

I actually tried this with my first... It didn't work very well for me bc I felt off-balance and was afraid I would fall...I would say just see how comfortable you feel doing it first, then make your decision....

Sue&Pasquale · September 2010

I wouldnt. God forbid you fall off! it just sounds too dangerous and risky to me.

I would think your balance would be off with a baby strapped to you. put the baby in a bouncer or wait until baby takes a nap.

ncbelle · September 2010

Assuming you are walking at your normal pace and not running, I think it's fine. It's no more jostling than if you were walking with her in the ergo down the street.