My MIL wants to buy a trampoline for the boys.

sistrkate · March 2011

She called tonight to tell me and DH that she wants to buy them one, to see what we think.

I don't know what to think. We do not have a fenced in yard, or any intentions of making it such. Do you have to change your insurance to have one of these things in your yard? Are they too young?

What would you do? My first inclination is to say no, but it's just because I don't like her.

Traycee1242 · March 2011

I'm not sure about insurance... But just for safety I would get one with the safety netting around it. I do have to say that DS LOVES them (At recreation outlet..I can never get him out..)
We had one growing up... SO much fun!! And definitely a great way to wear them out. I totally get you wanting to say no... DH Mom never gets us or DS anything... But I despise her so much any suggestion makes me want to immediately turn it down.
ETA: I would take her up on this. They aren't cheap, and a great thing to have.. Let her pay for it ; )

kel716 · March 2011

Not without a fence in my yard. Too many liability issues. If someone gets on and gets hurt without your permission, you're still liable. They're trespassing, but you're liable. So no.

Now, if she wants to help finance the fence and put the trampoline in... then I might reconsider because it sounds like fun to me too.

hav2run · March 2011

I would not do it with no fenced off yard. Too much liability if say teens take over and do stupid things while you sleep. They CAN be quiet when they sneak.

That said...Sams club and Costco have a "First" Trampoline option. It is smaller, closer to the ground, and could be stowed easily in a garage or shed. I would opt that way to avoid any and all liability. They look safe, and we may get one for DD.

Moesten · March 2011

I say HELL NO under any circumstances. Sorry. The suckers are unsafe and no one is going to convince me that having one in one's yard is a good freaking idea. I know others feel differently but I think it's just a lawsuit waiting to happen. I could just not forgive myself if something were to happen. I don't even allow K on them at Recreations Outlet. I am that mean mom. Too bad.

And yes, check with your insurance provider - some cover them just fine, some will not cover them at all, and some others require a rider.

jerseygirl81 · March 2011

I know they're controversial, but I want one and if we don't end up selling the house this year we're going to get one. Charlie LOVES them.

They make net enclosures that attach at both top and bottom and zip and lock so that they're close to impossible to get inside unless you unlock it yourself.

Miller238 · March 2011

I am in Moesten's boat. They scare me. And I don't want to be responsible. We weren't allowed on them as kids.

horsesscc4 · March 2011

I want one they are a-lot of fun. but I would check with the insurance and the fence would be good to have or even the one that locks.. I know with horses you can post a sign that says if some one is hurt the property owner is not liable horses can be unsafe and you are participating at your own risk. I would look into maybe having that hanging off of it?

escape1st · March 2011

Moesten:

I say HELL NO under any circumstances. Sorry. The suckers are unsafe and no one is going to convince me that having one in one's yard is a good freaking idea. I know others feel differently but I think it's just a lawsuit waiting to happen. I could just not forgive myself if something were to happen. I don't even allow K on them at Recreations Outlet. I am that mean mom. Too bad.

And yes, check with your insurance provider - some cover them just fine, some will not cover them at all, and some others require a rider.

I'm with Moesten. I've known two kids who have broken bones (clavical and leg) on trampolines. Plus, without a fenced in yard, the liability issue would weigh heavily on me. We do have a fenced in yard and I still wouldn't get one.

allobosc · March 2011

kel716:
Not without a fence in my yard. Too many liability issues. If someone gets on and gets hurt without your permission, you're still liable. They're trespassing, but you're liable. So no.

Now, if she wants to help finance the fence and put the trampoline in... then I might reconsider because it sounds like fun to me too.

This. My dad sold his because of no fence and liability. His insurance was going to raise his rates too.

riabiron · March 2011

I am with Moe here.

As a side note my MIL and SIL put my SD and DD on one without our permission when SD was 6 months or so. SD sprained her ankle. I was HAWT!

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