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Clara’s visibility?

Our daughter has dwarfism, she is six years old but 1‘5“ tall and 18 pounds. I try and let my daughter be as independent as she can, of course when it’s not safe when we are out in public she will either be in a stroller or carrier. But when she is walking around, especially in public. People aren't expecting a toddler sized six year old at times. I want to let her walk around when she has the energy for it, but a lot of people are in a hurry or just not paying attention and have bumped into her, which at Clara's size means that she gets trampled over, or they will just step over without realizing (This has only ever happened a few times but it still happens$
Is there something she could have/where/hold to be more noticeable? We have tried clothing items but still that didn't do anything. It's almost like whatever we do it needs to be more in the line of sight for grown-ups if that makes sense


Also just to clarify I did make another post about this but I wanted to make a specific one focusing more on this.
Penny · 46-50, F
you could have her carry a shiny mylar balloon around with her like tied to her wrist or soemthing. that might make her more visible. like a floating one
Clarashelper · 36-40, F
@Penny great idea. I’m worried though that a balloon could pop or that it wouldn’t really be seen as “there is a person here” type of thing. That’s a great start though::))
Penny · 46-50, F
@Clarashelper mylar are hard to pop and bright and shiny and eye catching but any colorful balloon would prolly be better than no balloon
NinaTina · 26-30, F
For information about dwarfism, the most reliable source is the non-profit organization Little People of America (LPA), which provides support, information, and advocacy for individuals with short stature and their families; you can access details about medical conditions, employment, education, and more through their website and membership.

 
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