30/01/2026
Avoid this this common mistake most parents make! 😮
As a parent - I KNOW it’s so tempting to hold the bike or hold your child to stop them falling 😬
But this actually makes it so much harder for them to find their core balance. If their balance is brilliant on a balance bike, they CAN find it on a pedal bike too.
Try this instead: Place a hand on the small of your child’s back to steady them (grab a handful of their top if needed). Give a gentle push to help get them going, then give minimal input into them finding their balance by continuing to keep your hand at their back. Gradually reduce your support until you’re just giving light nudges.
OR, if you’d rather keep things fun, fast, and stress-free—book a 1:1 cycling session with us and let us do the hard work for you! 😉
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