I have definitely noticed a reluctance by today's mums to use reins on their young children. When I was a toddler (back in the mid-sixties) you would have been considered odd if you DIDN'T use them. Even when my own DD was little,I used reins on her,so much safer than holding a hand,which can be pulled out from your grasp before you know it. AND they have the advantage of being a handy aid to righting a toddler who is a bit unsteady on their feet. I don't think these 'wrist-reins' that you see around now are much good tbh. Better than nothing I suppose,but I always think they are too flimsy to be of much use in restraining a boisterous toddler and probably end up dislocating the child's shoulder.
NEVER EVER HAVE I - Game 2 (Alphabetical)
Harry and Meghan ‘royal’ tour of Nigeria.