My daughter is fascinated by her big brother’s bike. She’s always following him around and crying for a turn. A few weeks ago, Yuba Bikes sent her a brand new balance bike to review on the blog, and she loves it! Here are some ways we got her excited about riding a balance bike for the first time along with some safety tips.
Fun Ways To Get Your Toddler Excited About Riding A Balance Bike
This post is in collaboration with Yuba Bikes. I received the bike free to review on the blog.
The first few times I attempted to teach my daughter to ride her bike she wouldn’t have any of it. My trick? Get daddy to do it. I swear she has it in for me lol. Within minutes of Papa teaching her she was riding the bike like a champ. Was I jealous? Slightly! But I know my daughter. She just learns better when I’m not hovering like a mother hen. Below are some of the things we did to get her excited about learning to ride.
Riding a balance bike for the first time: Safty tips and more.
- Safty first: Make sure you get a bike helmet and that it’s is probably secure.
- If you a mother hen like me, it’s probably best you let papa do the teaching.
- Praise them often! My daughter loves to ‘high five’ when she does something good.
- Let your toddler see others on their bike. Maybe take them to the park where there’s a bike path. Kids love imitating others.
- Take breaks! Riding a bike is supposed to be a fun experience. Make sure you take breaks and watch out for cues that your toddler had enough. My daughter is pretty vocal, so we knew when she was done.
About Yuba Flip Flop Balance Bikes
Designed for children ages 1 to 6, the Flip Flop teaches your child how to ride a bike without bulky training wheels by allowing them to scoot along with their feet securely on the ground.
The Flip Flop balance bike was super easy to assemble- Yes, I did get Demo to do it! I love that you can raise the bench up or down to fit the size of your child. My daughter is still pretty tiny, so we set the bike’s seat on the last possible level. The bike also comes with this adorable saddle bag and front basket. Perfect for her rock collection along with the flowers she likes to pluck out of the garden. We received the giraffe print but there are other fun prints you can get for your child.
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I’m so glad we were able to review the Yuba balance bike. In no time, my daughter will be a real pro plus she no longers cries for her brother’s bike.
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I keep reading about balance bikes. My oldest started with a tricycle and is now using a bike with training wheels. A balance bike would be great if someone wants to give me one!
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Those balance bikes look like a great way to teach young children how to ride! Yes, often daughters listen to their fathers more than their mothers lol.
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Your daughter is toooo cute ?? how smartly she rides on her cylcle ?? n cycle itself a master piece
So much of important n useful features ????
My love n blessings to you daughter n Happy Friendship Day to you ????????
I wish I had something like this for my son when he was a toddler. He is now 8 and is still terrified to learn to ride a bike. He has no desire to even learn. Drive me crazy!
She is so happy and so cute. 🙂
I love the design of that bike, I think my 3 year old daughter would love it. I had heard of balancing bikes, but had no idea they were anything other than just a bike, thanks for the great info.
What a cute bike. This would have helped my boys for sure.
I think that balance bikes are a must have for young kids because of the coordination, balance and self esteem that they provide. Your daughter is a CUTIE!
I think they are a great idea for toddlers who want to ride but need to feel confident as they learn.
This is such a cute blog – and awesome tips! I bet it’s easier to get them excited if their bike is super cute, too!!
Oh wow – I’ve never seen balance bikes before but what a cool way to get kids ready for riding bikes!
I have hear so many great things about these bikes. The Flip Flop balance bike is such a great way to teach our kids how to ride a bike.
What a cute balance bike! I remember how nervous my son was to ride his first bike. Now he loves it!
Awesome tips! My daughter loves biking! It was hard for her when she was just learning but now she’s enjoying it so much!
awww, how fun! I love this stage. She is so cute. She’ll master it pretty soon.
I remember how scared I was the first time I learned to ride a bike – even with my training wheels! Love the idea of these balance bikes, thanks for sharing!
What a cutie! I’ve heard that balance bikes are the best option for teaching your child to ride a bike. Plus, they look like a ton of fun.
I actually have this memory from when I was a kid. I couldnt wait to be able to ride a regular bike. This is great!`
My son is 2, and I have been wanting to get him used to riding a bike. Thanks for these great tips!
OMgosh this is so cute! How have I never heard of these. My 6 year old still refuses to take off his training wheels! I think the print of this alone would be enough to get him (and me) excited about it! Great review!
It’s so precious watching your daughter riding her bike. Its always fun to witness this kind of moment.
This bike sounds awesome! I have never heard of it before but I am sure my toddler would love it.
She looks excited to ride on her bike. 😉 She looks cute!
My son loves biking these days. He loves roaming around while us running after him lols.
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