Equipment for Nine Month Old

[Ariana]

:: I don't have a changing table for that same reason.

I couldn't lift the kids I have up onto the changing table to change them so it's easier to use the floor. LOL!

I use a vinyl Kindergarten rest mat to change them on the floor.

Yep I use the floor too! I use a little plastic insert thingy that came on an Ikea change table I used to have. I use the change table as an art shelf!

[MunchkinWrangler]

I also have 2 infant seats, a small one and bigger one, a swing, tons of infant toys and teethers, stroller, a walker/entertainer and a baby gym, which is a favorite in the noncreeping infant. I have alot of this equipment because of my son and since I decided to go into the childcare profession, I'm able to put it to good use. Most of it gets stored but I will have a 3 month old starting in January so it will all come out again

[nothingwithoutjoy]

I had no special baby equipment when I had infants. I would lay down a nice quilt or something for the baby when they visit, and set out a few simple toys on it for her. Then it's clear you're thinking of her/prepared for her.

[Thriftylady]

I agree that a lot of the equipment is overrated. A PNP is a need, I think but other than that most of it optional I think. My DD didn't even have most of that at my house when she was little. She had a changing table but after about 9 months it was easier to do without it.

[Unregistered]

Baby equipment is considered delaying development now-a-days Its preferred that they have full range of motion and free choice. It's better for their muscle development, flexibility, independence, confidence, determination, problem-solving, large motor, even creative thinking and cognitive development! A baby lying on the floor, pushing and pushing until they finally move a toy has accomplished so much more than a baby in a saucer wiggling their arm: that requires much less core body strength and is actually detrimental to the development of walking and trains baby's body to form an unnatural posture (which is really bad for the whole body) and can cause tip toe walking, bow legs, and hip dysplasia.
In fact, on this note, it is also suggested many similar problems (and more, different problems) occur from putting babies in any gear such as: swings, johnny jumpers, door way jumpers or saucer jumpers, walkers, bumbos, and basically all of the things you can buy to put a baby in.
Up to date child development specialists go so far as to dislike propping babies up (not even in containers, but on their own) with bed pillows, boppy pillows, or even a big stuffed teddy (often found in a reading area) because placing babies into positions they couldn't get into or out of themselves is also bad for development in all of those previously mentioned areas.
The very best thing you can have for a baby is a blanket on the floor. Then a couple cushions to climb as they learn. And some non electronic toys and possibly a little fabric and unbreakable mirror. And your own smiling face

[Blackcat31]

Baby equipment is considered delaying development now-a-days Its preferred that they have full range of motion and free choice. It's better for their muscle development, flexibility, independence, confidence, determination, problem-solving, large motor, even creative thinking and cognitive development! A baby lying on the floor, pushing and pushing until they finally move a toy has accomplished so much more than a baby in a saucer wiggling their arm: that requires much less core body strength and is actually detrimental to the development of walking and trains baby's body to form an unnatural posture (which is really bad for the whole body) and can cause tip toe walking, bow legs, and hip dysplasia.
In fact, on this note, it is also suggested many similar problems (and more, different problems) occur from putting babies in any gear such as: swings, johnny jumpers, door way jumpers or saucer jumpers, walkers, bumbos, and basically all of the things you can buy to put a baby in.
Up to date child development specialists go so far as to dislike propping babies up (not even in containers, but on their own) with bed pillows, boppy pillows, or even a big stuffed teddy (often found in a reading area) because placing babies into positions they couldn't get into or out of themselves is also bad for development in all of those previously mentioned areas.
The very best thing you can have for a baby is a blanket on the floor. Then a couple cushions to climb as they learn. And some non electronic toys and possibly a little fabric and unbreakable mirror. And your own smiling face

I use the floor only. I do have a high chair and a crib too but those items are used for those activities only and not for play or any other purpose.

I have found over the years since ditching the "containers" that my babies are actually happier and better sleepers in general.

[MunchkinWrangler]

I do believe the floor is best for infants to grow, develop, and play also. But, it is safer to get baby off the floor if you are cooking or running to the bathroom so they don't get trampled by the big kids. My parents prefer me carrying all day until poopy diapers and hot stoves are mentioned, and I refuse because it does delay development. I do teach wide personal space of a baby but toddlers are clumsy. A nine month old doesn't need any extra equipment because they are more independent. Any time in any of the baby equipment is very short and minimal as I am required to let an infant have free range of my home.

[Unregistered]

(Same unregistered a few posts up) I wanted to just clarify when I say full range of motion, I don't mean free reign of the house or environment, they can have a gate placed around them for saftery. I mean full range of motion which means like an arm can move completely freely in every direction without hindrance, as can each leg etc, nothing is strapped down or in arm or leg holes etc which would constrict the range of motion.

[Preschool/daycare teacher]

I really appreciate all the responses They came today and the mom didn't seem to think anything of it at all that I didn't have that stuff She asked about a stroller and pack n play just so she'd know whether I wanted her to bring those (I have a stroller, pack n play, and highchair so I think I'm set if she chooses me). She seems like she's leaning more towards me, but she has another lady she's supposed to meet with also who lives in her own town. I really hope she decides to go with me though. She was here longer than anyone else has been yet and it was a very relaxed and comfortable meeting. She seems really easy going and laid back, considerate of this as my business (even asked a question and ended it with, "because I know in childcare you rely on the income from each child and need to know how much income to expect each week"). I feel like I'd be willing to bend over backward to be flexible with this family's needs if they really are as much of a perfect fit as it seemed I was a little disappointed though that she said she's not sure yet how often I'd have the oldest one (it sounded like it would just be occasionally). But that's okay, even if I only have the nine month old. I wish I hadn't quoted the price to her with the sibling discount though if I won't have both : / I told her my rates and included a sibling discount in it because it originally sounded like she needed them both to come every week.

[MunchkinWrangler]

My house is fully babyproofed so, whatever. You can pick apart each of my posts, that's fine, I'm not here to make you happy. I was just offering advice and being a part of the conversation.

[Unregistered]

Certainly nothing wrong with anything you said. I just saw you say free range and I didnt know if what I said was clear. So I clarified. I dont think you are doing anything wrong and I don't accuse you of anything. And i know you dont need my approval but i approve! Everything is fine also sounds like the potential family is happy with op's set up

[Preschool/daycare teacher]

If I understood right she was clarifying that the baby doesn't have to have full range of the whole house, that a baby play yard could be used as well, as long as they can use full range of motion of their arms and legs. So basically I think she's clarifying that letting the baby play freely in a baby play yard would be fine.
Thank you for your input, also, by the way : ) You made a good clarification about using some type of containment for when you're cooking or something to keep baby safe. That's something I'll have to figure out, is what to use for those instances, that I hadn't thought about yet.

[Thriftylady]

If I understood right she was clarifying that the baby doesn't have to have full range of the whole house, that a baby play yard could be used as well, as long as they can use full range of motion of their arms and legs. So basically I think she's clarifying that letting the baby play freely in a baby play yard would be fine.
Thank you for your input, also, by the way : ) You made a good clarification about using some type of containment for when you're cooking or something to keep baby safe. That's something I'll have to figure out, is what to use for those instances, that I hadn't thought about yet.

The cooking and such shouldn't be to horrible to figure out. Although I use a PNP mostly for sleep, if I feel I need to for safety I will put a kiddo in for a few minutes to keep them safe. I can remember when I was a teen ager kids spent a ton of time in playpens, but they were bigger than a PNP.

[MunchkinWrangler]

And it's Friday! Sorry, wasn't sure about the tone but I joined the forum for support and good advice and hopefully, to be able to help others as well! I just wanted to make clear that I don't just put infants in a container and leave them there all day with little to no interaction as most people come to this assumption with childcare sometimes. I am fortunate to have some of this equipment still and believe it can be helpful. Sounds like OP's family is good with the setup and I wish you good luck in clinching their business! If you have a PNP for a 9 month old you should be good and their easy to move around if need be and add toys to if you are held up for a minute. Most of my older infants will hang out in the kitchen with me but that can pose a hazard as well, so high chair normally gets used while they have a snack.

[Laurel]

And it's Friday! Sorry, wasn't sure about the tone but I joined the forum for support and good advice and hopefully, to be able to help others as well! I just wanted to make clear that I don't just put infants in a container and leave them there all day with little to no interaction as most people come to this assumption with childcare sometimes. I am fortunate to have some of this equipment still and believe it can be helpful. Sounds like OP's family is good with the setup and I wish you good luck in clinching their business! If you have a PNP for a 9 month old you should be good and their easy to move around if need be and add toys to if you are held up for a minute. Most of my older infants will hang out in the kitchen with me but that can pose a hazard as well, so high chair normally gets used while they have a snack.

I'm with you. I am retired now but did childcare for 20 years. I used a combination of equipment and floor both for safety and variety.