very simple
Ophrie is 2 and a half, when we walk in the street I let her walk by helrself but I keep walking on the side close to the road (between her and the road), this way I think she feels free and doesn't even notice and I have time to stop her if she is doing stupid things. She used to be very safe and I thought she is responsible and understand the risks, but I was wrong. She tries sometimes to go down to the road to splash the puddles ("shlulit"). I think at this age, distractions like puddles or friends are enough for them to forget the risks even if they understand them. If she runs towards the road and doesn't listen to me I hold her hand. I also hold her hand when we cross of course. Better be safe than sorry! mom of Ophrie
