New survey reveals that 83% of Mums suffer back pain directly related to caring for young children

Published: 06 July, 2009

A new survey conducted by Maclaren Buggys and BackCare - ‘The Charity for Healthier Backs' - has revealed that 83% of Mums suffering from back pain believe it has been caused or exacerbated by their children. Mums cite pregnancy as well as the day-to-day lifting and carrying of their children as the main reasons, but the survey highlighted a significant proportion of these mums (73%) also link back pain to pushing, folding or lifting pushchairs.

Sash Newman, Chief Executive for BackCare comments: "A pushchair is one of the most important pieces of baby equipment a parent buys - they will be using it constantly for years, not just months. If you choose one that has the wrong handle height for you, is too heavy, or is difficult to fold and lift then you could be storing up some real problems for the future."

In response to the survey, Backcare has joined forces with Maclaren to create a ‘Top Ten Tips' providing advice on what to look for when choosing the right pushchair, plus general tips on how to care for your back when looking after young children. These ‘tips' are now available on the Maclaren website at:

www.maclarenbaby.com/gb/backcare

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