“Caution: This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave child unattended while in use. Use only under competent adult supervision. Not a life preserver.” “WARNING! Only to be used in water in which the child is within its depth and under adult supervision.” (This is the standard warning on floaties.) We are getting to…

Babies (age 6months to 2 years) – Babies will do best if they get acquainted with the water before they begin to walk, in the safety and comfort of their own parent’s arms. Important steps at this age are getting comfortable in the water and learning how to back float and roll into a back…

1. NEVER SWIM ALONE! 2. Have a minimum of two barriers, i.e., an unclimbable fence, and a mounted cover (that can be walked or crawled on), lock/alarm for door leading to pool. 3. Make sure that all swimmers have constant adult supervision. Keep sun to back when observing pool. 4. Have a cordless phone for…

Many parents are unaware of the potential they have in their own homes to help their children learn aquatic balance and begin their lifetime of swimming safely. Where in the home does this begin? The bathtub! In Russia, studies have been done that show there is a very strong link to infant swimming and overall…