Dads: magnets for buttons on pants?

[Mule]

Originally Posted by Gogar

I think it's positive, because it will train your kid for his future as a Chippendale Dancer.

Beat me to it. I know some girls that would benefit from the quick release feature.

[jyl]

I second the velcro, or simply elastic waist.

Magnets seem cool but after the novelty wears off think would be expensive, could detach, and most of all I don't see what advantage they have.

[stomachmonkey]

Part of growing up is learning the fine motor skills required to button ones shirt or pants.

The sooner they learn the happier you are as a parent.

I don't think they'd be strong enough.

Would make a hell of a racket in the washer/dryer.

[berettafan]

would they stick to the bin in the washer/dryer as well?

[LeeH]

Just make sure to pay a royalty to the patent holder.

[tcar]

Originally Posted by berettafan

would they stick to the bin in the washer/dryer as well?

Yes. That would be a big problem.

Also, the swallowing thing, if they come loose is a real danger. A number of kids have died from this. As previous said, one magnet is not a problem, but more than that can be fatal. No matter how well attached, it would be a PR issue.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Thank you everyone for weighing in. All our zip pants have the internal adjustable waistband, I think we'll keep going with buttons and make the holes a little bigger, same with the sherpa corduroy and denim jackets planned for next year.