Balanced, Protected, and Informed O&M for Active Daily Living

Where Push Toys Fall Short Push toys were never designed as mobility tools. And when you look at them through that lens, the limitations are obvious: They don’t travel well (try fitting one in a car or airplane) They don’t function in real environments (grass, gravel, uneven terrain) They’re difficult to steer and control They don’t fit into daily life (classrooms, tight spaces) They offer no practical strategy for stairs

When it comes to helping children with visual impairments navigate the world safely and confidently, the right tools make all the difference. Pediatric mobility aids are designed specifically to meet the unique needs of young users. Among these aids, one stands out for its practicality and effectiveness: the pediatric belt cane. This tool is more than just a cane; it’s a bridge to independence, safety, and confidence for children learning to move through their environment.

In the latest episode of the Ophthalmology Innovation Summit (OIS) Podcast, Creating an Easier-to-Navigate World for Children, Safe Toddles President and CEO Grace Ambrose-Zaken, Ph.D., joins host Robert Rothman to discuss her groundbreaking work developing the Pediatric Belt Cane—a first-of-its-kind mobility device that’s changing what’s possible for blind and visually impaired children.