It is always exciting to watch your child climb onto their first trike/bike and pump the pedals as the wheels spin. But this is fast forwarding to the happy ending. This story starts in front of a computer and not outside. You first need to shop for that perfect bike. How do you know when it is the right time to get your child a bike? Another question to ask your self is what kind of bike to get. There are so many styles, sizes, and features.
Most children master a tricycle between ages 2 and 3. It takes large-muscle power and coordination to manage this feat. Starting with a low-slung model made of plastic can help your child feel secure (it's less likely to tip) and get the hang of moving his legs. Then you can move up to a taller trike if you like. Your child won't have the necessary balance and coordination for a two-wheeler until closer to the elementary-school years (some kids can handle training wheels before that, but rarely before the late threes).
Safety tips: Realize that low-to-the-ground vehicles can't be seen easily by motorists backing up, so always supervise your little rider. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a child wear an approved safety bicycle helmet even in the preschooler years, and even when she's a passenger on your bike — it protects her brain as well as gets her in the helmet habit right from the start.
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