Age to start using a scooter?

[Chillaxed]

Hello. Was wondering at what age you all started your kids off on scooters i.e. the hold the handlebars, one foot on the deck, scoot with your other foot type? Our son has just turned 2 but is very active and has gotten bored with his tri-wheeled, sit-down scooter. Did you use a helmet initially? Any advice gratefully received. Thanks.

[KatDew]

One of my twins could properly scoot before her second birthday (she kept stealing her big brothers)... her big brother didn't manage it till past 3

[Fuschia]

My little one has a micro scooter with the seat attached and was using it from about 18m

[Knomester]

Our toddler got his scooter a month or two before his 2nd birthday as an early birthday present. He took to it pretty much straight away. He had (and still has) a helmet. He never had the one with the seat, just straight onto a mini micro.

[DaveR]

Most kids seem to get the hang of the mini micro fine at around 2 years old (both of mine did), which I guess is one of the reasons it's so popular. We didn't give them helmets - tbh it never even occurred to me.

[Scrummymummy]

My 22 month old has just started using her older sister's micro mini.

I find using reins keeps her on the path and gives me piece of mind!

[Chillaxed]

Thanks all for your responses. Will see how he rolls on the living room rug tonight, comforting hugs at the ready!