Adventurous Parents....got a question.

[mxyzptlk]

I have no kids and no next to nothing about raising babies but I can't help but think 6mos is just too young for this.

I think a bit older, 2-5 would be better/more appropriate.

Still, no experience so.. have a huge grain of salt with this post.

 

[GodlessAstronomer]

FUCK YOU to the OP or even considering this. I don't give a toss about your crappy kid but FUCK YOU because it would likely ruin the concert for many of the other people attending.

 

[Codewiz]

Originally posted by: dainthomas

Originally posted by: Codewiz

Originally posted by: Redfraggle
First, do people actually read the question people post? He didn't ask if it was a good idea, he asked for input on protecting the kid's ears/hearing. I think if he wanted parenting advice, he'd have asked for it. Ssoooo....back to the OP, I think in-ear plugs would be a bad idea for such small ears. Plus, you'd never know if they were in place comfortably nor properly. I think some sort of over-ear device is the way to go, similar in appearance to ear-muffs. I think it's good that you are teaching him to behave in public and expose him to the public. Even more, it seems you are smart enough to be sensitive to the public and remove yourselves from the situation if he becomes too fussy. Good luck!

Maybe my child is different than most but yes I do remove him from situations if he gets fussy. I have had to get up once at a restaurant when he got upset. We go out about twice a week with him to eat.

Reasons that my child cries at this age:
Tired(that is easy to solve even at a concert)
Hungry(that is easy to solve even at a concert)
Diaper(yeah that could be a problem but I managed at a hockey game and numerous restaurants that for some reason didn't have family friendly bathrooms)
Bored(that is solved by walking around with him)

So those issues wouldn't work to go to a movie. So we don't go to movies with him because it isn't workable. The hardest one to deal with when we go out to eat is boredom. And that just means I either have to put him on my knee and bounce him or I have to walk around to entertain him.

As a previous poster said, such a thing doesn't exist because it shouldn't exist. That would be like asking if they make motorcycle helmets for babies and getting pissed when people tell you what a bad idea it is.

Why even take a small risk of damaging the kid's hearing for no benefit? Either get a sitter, go to the Wiggles, or stay home. Such is the life of someone with a six month old. Sorry.

http://earplugstore.stores.yahoo.net/ejuearmu.html

Obviously it does exist so your first argument is bunk.

 

[Perknose]

OP, I understand and APPLAUD your obviously loving impulse to include your tot in your cultural affairs, but I do think the general likelihood that, at some point during an hours long affair, a 6 month old will start to "vocalize" loudly makes this, on balance, a bad idea.

It's just an opinion. You did ask, after all.

About age 10, my folks started taking me with them to Fellini movies and such. I still have this image of an emaciated horse floating down a river on an elaborate barge.

Damn you, Frederico, daaaaaaamnnnnn you!

 

[Perknose]

Originally posted by: MrDudeMan

Originally posted by: hungfarover
Wait here's the best idea yet. Ask your pediatrician about ear protection for babies at rock concerts.

^^^

And hope he's not a violent man! :laugh:

 

[oboeguy]

I get trying to make your kid a part of your regular life. We try to do the same with ours who is but a few months older. However, I don't take the kid with me on my bicycle at 50mph on twisty downhill roads. That'd be a bad idea, right? Your idea sounds bad too. Face it, some things you can't or shouldn't do with a baby. A loud concert sounds like one of them to me.

A propos, could someone explain why these concerts have to be so loud? I've never needed earplugs at Carnegie Hall but I have at, say, the Bowery Ballroom.

 

[dabuddha]

Originally posted by: Codewiz

Originally posted by: dainthomas

Originally posted by: Codewiz

Originally posted by: Redfraggle
First, do people actually read the question people post? He didn't ask if it was a good idea, he asked for input on protecting the kid's ears/hearing. I think if he wanted parenting advice, he'd have asked for it. Ssoooo....back to the OP, I think in-ear plugs would be a bad idea for such small ears. Plus, you'd never know if they were in place comfortably nor properly. I think some sort of over-ear device is the way to go, similar in appearance to ear-muffs. I think it's good that you are teaching him to behave in public and expose him to the public. Even more, it seems you are smart enough to be sensitive to the public and remove yourselves from the situation if he becomes too fussy. Good luck!

Maybe my child is different than most but yes I do remove him from situations if he gets fussy. I have had to get up once at a restaurant when he got upset. We go out about twice a week with him to eat.

Reasons that my child cries at this age:
Tired(that is easy to solve even at a concert)
Hungry(that is easy to solve even at a concert)
Diaper(yeah that could be a problem but I managed at a hockey game and numerous restaurants that for some reason didn't have family friendly bathrooms)
Bored(that is solved by walking around with him)

So those issues wouldn't work to go to a movie. So we don't go to movies with him because it isn't workable. The hardest one to deal with when we go out to eat is boredom. And that just means I either have to put him on my knee and bounce him or I have to walk around to entertain him.

As a previous poster said, such a thing doesn't exist because it shouldn't exist. That would be like asking if they make motorcycle helmets for babies and getting pissed when people tell you what a bad idea it is.

Why even take a small risk of damaging the kid's hearing for no benefit? Either get a sitter, go to the Wiggles, or stay home. Such is the life of someone with a six month old. Sorry.

http://earplugstore.stores.yahoo.net/ejuearmu.html

Obviously it does exist so your first argument is bunk.

You're obviously not going to listen to logic or reason so buy it and take your kiddo to the concert. Your question has been answered.

 

[DawsonsDada]

Two options:

1. Get a pair of children's shooting ear muffs. The kind that cover the ears entirely. I have a pair for both of my son's and they work great at the Airshows we attend as a family.

2. Ask your pediatrician for a recommendation for an ear/nose/throat doc. They can custom fit ear plugs for you fairly cheaply. I got some for both of my boys for around $30 each pair.

Good Luck

 

[dainthomas]

Originally posted by: Codewiz

Originally posted by: dainthomas

Originally posted by: Codewiz

Originally posted by: Redfraggle
First, do people actually read the question people post? He didn't ask if it was a good idea, he asked for input on protecting the kid's ears/hearing. I think if he wanted parenting advice, he'd have asked for it. Ssoooo....back to the OP, I think in-ear plugs would be a bad idea for such small ears. Plus, you'd never know if they were in place comfortably nor properly. I think some sort of over-ear device is the way to go, similar in appearance to ear-muffs. I think it's good that you are teaching him to behave in public and expose him to the public. Even more, it seems you are smart enough to be sensitive to the public and remove yourselves from the situation if he becomes too fussy. Good luck!

Maybe my child is different than most but yes I do remove him from situations if he gets fussy. I have had to get up once at a restaurant when he got upset. We go out about twice a week with him to eat.

Reasons that my child cries at this age:
Tired(that is easy to solve even at a concert)
Hungry(that is easy to solve even at a concert)
Diaper(yeah that could be a problem but I managed at a hockey game and numerous restaurants that for some reason didn't have family friendly bathrooms)
Bored(that is solved by walking around with him)

So those issues wouldn't work to go to a movie. So we don't go to movies with him because it isn't workable. The hardest one to deal with when we go out to eat is boredom. And that just means I either have to put him on my knee and bounce him or I have to walk around to entertain him.

As a previous poster said, such a thing doesn't exist because it shouldn't exist. That would be like asking if they make motorcycle helmets for babies and getting pissed when people tell you what a bad idea it is.

Why even take a small risk of damaging the kid's hearing for no benefit? Either get a sitter, go to the Wiggles, or stay home. Such is the life of someone with a six month old. Sorry.

http://earplugstore.stores.yahoo.net/ejuearmu.html

Obviously it does exist so your first argument is bunk.

Um, congratulations I guess. Looks like this thread is no longer necessary (if it ever was).

I stand by my second argument though.

 

[Poulsonator]

Originally posted by: Codewiz
We know his personality...

No you don't. He's not even 6 months old yet.

The best answer to your question is to talk to your pediatrician. He/she will be able to give you the answers you seek.

As far as taking your baby to a concert? I can't believe you'd even consider it. Talk about being selfish and irresponsible. You'd risk permanent and serious damage to your child because you're too cheap to get a sitter. Not to mention how pissed the folks around you will be. But hey, at least YOU would be happy, right??

 

[dquan97]

Yet another vote for "keep the baby at home" option

I have 3 under 4 and wouldn't take any of them to a concert where sound can be an issue...

 

[lizardth]

Originally posted by: Turin39789
Don't be that guy

This

 

[D1gger]

Originally posted by: GodlessAstronomer
FUCK YOU to the OP or even considering this. I don't give a toss about your crappy kid but FUCK YOU because it would likely ruin the concert for many of the other people attending.

This.

The world does not revolve around you and your desire to be with your baby. Please have some consideration for those around you who would rather listen to the music than you trying to keep your child quiet, or worse, the screams of an infant while his parents try to shove earplugs into his ears to drown out the painful sounds pounding his sensitive ear drums.

 

[Codewiz]

I will provide pictures of the said concert and our enjoyment of the music......and yes I got my answer about what i need to buy and no I don't have any need to justify what I do with my child.


BTW, if you said I was too cheap to get a babysitter, I know you didn't even read my post to begin with.

 

[Q]

It's a baby - it's not going to 'like' or 'appreciate' the music. You'll just scare the shit out of it --- literally.

I don't have any need to justify what I do with my child.

This is true but you have to expect colorful input anytime anyone asks a question on AT

 

[HomeBrewerDude]

Originally posted by: Quintox
It's a baby - it's not going to 'like' or 'appreciate' the music. You'll just scare the shit out of it --- literally.

I don't have any need to justify what I do with my child.

This is true but you have to expect colorful input anytime anyone asks a question on AT

yeah, why bother... you're not enriching your kids life at all. Concerts aren't exactly risk free... What are the perceived benefits again?

In my opinion kids benefit from SLEEP at night time. And parents benefit from time away from their ankle biters.

Leave the kid at home, enjoy yourselves and when the child is old enough to enjoy music start going to concerts with them then.

 

[Poulsonator]

Originally posted by: Codewiz
I will provide pictures of the said concert and our enjoyment of the music......and yes I got my answer about what i need to buy and no I don't have any need to justify what I do with my child.


BTW, if you said I was too cheap to get a babysitter, I know you didn't even read my post to begin with.

Unfortunately, I read all of your posts. You're too cheap to get a babysitter. Or too stupid. Or both.

 

[dainthomas]

Originally posted by: Codewiz
I will provide pictures of the said concert and our enjoyment of the music......and yes I got my answer about what i need to buy and no I don't have any need to justify what I do with my child.


BTW, if you said I was too cheap to get a babysitter, I know you didn't even read my post to begin with.

Wow. Now you'll be the guy with the screaming kid and his camera constantly flashing everyone. Make sure to also get pics of everyone around you "enjoying" the music.

And yes, it is a free country so you don't need to justify damaging your baby's hearing. Good for you. Next time you have a question like this, spare us all and try Google.

 

[Poulsonator]

Not a single response in this thread agrees with taking an infant child to a concert. Doesn't that tell you something, OP?

And you're not being 'Adventurous'...you're being a selfish jackass by purposely putting your INFANT CHILD in danger.

Make sure that your child lets us know how he enjoyed the concert. I can't wait to read his review.

 

[Codewiz]

Originally posted by: Poulsonator
Not a single response in this thread agrees with taking an infant child to a concert. Doesn't that tell you something, OP?

And you're not being 'Adventurous'...you're being a selfish jackass by purposely putting your INFANT CHILD in danger.

Make sure that your child lets us know how he enjoyed the concert. I can't wait to read his review.

It is called, I don't come to a tech forum for parenting advice. I didn't ask for any advice beyond what one person provided and that was a link to ear protection for children.

 

[Codewiz]

Originally posted by: Quintox
It's a baby - it's not going to 'like' or 'appreciate' the music. You'll just scare the shit out of it --- literally.

I don't have any need to justify what I do with my child.

This is true but you have to expect colorful input anytime anyone asks a question on AT

Yeah, I expected colorful input and it doesn't bother me. I actually find it funny how hot and bothered some people have gotten.

 

[FeuerFrei]

I took my daughter to see The Matrix in the theater. She was under a year old. Just because we didn't want to bother looking up child care.
No doubt people were initially giving us the evil eye, but she slept almost the whole time and created zero disturbance.

For me, in your situation, given the kid's age and available care, I wouldn't cart him along simply so he could partake with you. He'll have no recollection of it and may just be aggravated by the ruckus. Plus he may not take kindly to devices clamped on his head.

 

[Patt]

To a concert? Yes ... but a rock/reggae concert where you're concerned enough about your hearing to wear protection? No. Raffi and the like I could see, but don't take a risk that your kids ears get damaged if the hearing protection fails in my opinion. I have a 2.5 year old daughter, and a 10 day old daughter, and although my 2.5 year old has been to a couple of kids/outside concerts, nothing where I have had to yell to have her hear me.

My 2 cents.

 

[JEDI]

Originally posted by: Codewiz
Let me start by saying this, my mom decided to come down and help us with childcare so this isn't about not having someone to care for my child. It is about the fact that I like including my child in the life my wife and I have.

Occasionally my wife and I enjoy a low key concert. Our city has a city wide smoking ban so the venues we visit don't allow smoking. With that being the case, we are looking at the feasbility of taking our kid to a concert with us. He will be 6 months at the time of the concert.

My wife and I always wear ear protection for shows and my son would need the same. Does anyone know of something that is made for babies or would work for a baby? And yes our baby does enjoy music. If he absolutely hates it then we would leave the concert. We are just parents that don't believe in leaving the kid at home at every turn. We go out and live our lives while including him at every turn. We know his personality and plan around it.

When my wife and I need a break, we take one. This isn't one of those occasions. Any suggestions. I looked online and I can't really find much good information.


EDIT: Let me add, we are talking a venue with around 500 people in it. I am not talking stadium sized concert.

cliffs:
Looking to go to concert with my wife and child
Need ear protection for baby
Anyone have an idea what might work?

your an idiot. thats like bringing a baby to the movie theater

inconsiderate jerk

 

[GodlessAstronomer]

Originally posted by: Codewiz
Yeah, I expected colorful input and it doesn't bother me. I actually find it funny how hot and bothered some people have gotten.

How's this for colourful?
You're SELFISH because you're putting your child at risk.
You're SELFISH because you're potentially disrupting every other concert-goer.
You're SELFISH because the only person who will benefit from your kid being there is your own SELFISH fucking ass. The child will neither appreciate nor even remember the experience.

You're a SELFISH jerk.