What Are Mommy and Me Swim Lessons, and Does My Baby Actually Need Them?
I get this question a lot. A parent finds us online, sees that we offer a parent-and-child program, and asks something like: “Is this just for fun, or is it actually doing something?” It’s a fair question. And the answer is both. But the doing something part is what I really want to talk about, […]
Are Floaties Actually Dangerous? What Parents Should Know
I get asked about floaties constantly. “Are floaties okay for my child?” Whether it’s water wings, puddle jumpers, swim vests, or arm floaties, parents want to know the same thing: Do these devices help keep children safe around water? My answer is always the same, and it surprises people every time. No. But the answer […]