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I didn't use one on my daughter (now age 16), though I can certainly see where one would have been usefull at times. I have a son that will be having his first birthday in a few days. I may use one...I may not. So far, he behaves himself very well in public. We've only had to take him out of a restaraunt once, because he was fussy. In stores, he sits in the cart and entertains himself. He has learned, however, that he can grab things from the shelf if we "park" too close. And this we have corrected. Will I use a leash on him? Not at this point. As long as he behaves and respects his boundaries, no problem. Should one develop, then I see no problem at all with employing whatever tools I have at my disposal, leashes included. I would much rather see a child restrained than running around the store like a wild animal. Don't tell me that you haven't seen these children. I can promise you that my son will not be one of those, no matter what non-abusive methods I have to employ.
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"I distrust those people who know so well what God wants them to do because I notice it always coincides with their own desires." - Susan B. Anthony
"Hedonism with rules isn't hedonism at all, it's the Republican party." - JumpinJesus
It is indisputable that true beauty lies within...but a nice rack sure doesn't hurt.
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