Trampoline

I am shocked that one of our Flash Forward Friday posts has not already addressed the elephant in my great room – an indoor trampoline, with a hand bar, that holds full adult weight – and sits directly in between our kitchen counter and our sofa!

Sometimes, when I sit down to write these refelctions on Mikey’s journals, I search back through older posts.  I’ve been sharing these with you all for almost a year and a half and to be honest, sometimes, I forget what I’ve already told you.  In an effort to prevent repetition and make sure you always have something useful to help with your own parenting, I search the website for whatever topic I’m considering.

Although, I know I’ve shared Mikey’s love of our local trampoline park (Sky Zone), when he got on the trampoline last night and was jumping with such joy, I knew I needed to share this with you all.

For My Fellow Nerds

The smaller trampolines (as opposed to the ones at sky zone or the ones people have in their backyards) provide stronger feedback for joints, making them super for sensory seekers.  This trampoline is so satisfying for Mikey!

Safety Note

Before you order one, be sure to check the maximum weight it can support…and don’t cut it close. Get one sturdy enough to last a while. I bet it will get a ton of use!

Mom, Focus on the Fun Stuff

He loves it so much, that I encourage him to use it whenever he wants…yes, even when he’s just gotten out of the shower and put on clean pajamas, and I know he’s going to be a sweaty mess in a matter of minutes.  I’ve already let it go.