Fairhope ISR

Do your children know how to safely play in the pool with their younger siblings? We love to teach our students real life scenarios in the pool which always includes a sibling float!! #brothers #notonemorechilddrowns #fairhopeisr #thisisisr #soonerthesafer

The short answer to this- probably! Their instructor is new, the pool facility is new, and they are learning to do something new...put those elements together a...nd you have a recipe for possible Children like routine & familiarity, so we are not surprised when they fuss in the initial days or weeks of lessons. Thankfully, we find that this behavior typically tapers off as they begin to build trust & a rapport with their instructor and as they feel more confident in their skills While it's tempting to hold out for a magical "no cry" method to swimming or to wait until your child is older with the hope that they will cry less, keep in mind that they are the most vulnerable to drowning between the ages of 1-4. Our swim parents will tell you that any tears are a worthy trade-off for the priceless self-rescue skills they will learn! Visit www.infantswim.com to find an instructor near you

ISR instructors have seen many photos of friends’ and loved one’s babies in these types of floats. While their marketing would have you believe otherwise, these... devices can be very dangerous. They impede how infants develop (head down) because the baby can not move his/her head when in it. They can also put a strain on the lower back and cause alignment issues if misused. Not to mention, these devices promote a vertical posture, also known as the drowning position. Being in the vertical position in the water, even at a young age, creates muscle memory and teaches the child that he or she can attain air vertically in the water. Babies and young children do not have the cognitive abilities to recognize that they would not be able to breathe in this position without this device . Thousands of these floats were recalled in 2015 because they would deflate. The company’s response was to make the plastic thicker and release a public statement that these were TOYS and NOT a learn to swim aid. Parents use devices like these with the best intentions, but they’re not getting the full story. Safer alternatives to recreationally enjoy the water include: Strap your little one in a baby carrier (I’ve personally used the $30 Infantino carrier from Target/Amazon and washed it in the washing machine after). Use a water ring sling. Hold your baby in your arms while in the water. Have a multi-layered water safety plan, including effective supervision, a pool fence, locks and alarms, and CPR. Most importantly, when your baby is at least 6 months old and can sit up unassisted, enroll him/her in ISR Self-Rescue lessons with a Certified Infant Swimming Resource Instructor. You can find an instructor near you at infantswim.com or DM me with your zip, and I’ll send you contact info! #children #parenting #safety #baby

PSA: you can get these at Costco right now! I’m making a run tomorrow for a few families who want a pack, who don’t have a Costco membership. If anyone wants one, message me or comment below. Happy to pick up some for my current swim families. They’re $17 for a pack of 3.