12 Tips for How to Keep Kids Safe at the Pool
Swimming is one way that families keep cool and have fun at home. But when you start prepping for backyard swims, it’s essential to think about safety and get the whole family on board. Here are 12 tips for how to keep kids safe at the pool and make this season one of the best ever.
This is a guest post by Cheryl Conklin.
Set Up Your Pool Safely
Whether you’re installing an in-ground pool or inflating a pop-up, safety is the first step. Learn how to set up a safe swim area for your family.
1. Select an above-ground pool carefully.
2. Install an appropriate safety fence.
3. Follow your community’s guidelines on backyard pools.
Get Kids Comfortable Around the Water
Confident kids are safe kids, so learning to embrace the water is a must. From swimming lessons to special pool rules, these tips can boost their confidence.
4. Consider teaching your kids the basics of swimming at home. You can start getting your kids comfortable with the motions by using a kiddie pool or bathtub.
5. Enroll kids in swimming lessons.
6. Set pool rules for the whole family. Lovin’ Life with Littles provides a free game you can play to teach kids how to be safe at the pool and around water. Get Buoy: A Water Safety Game for Kids here.
7. Use properly fitted life vests as necessary.
Keep Your Pool in Good Repair
Pool safety requires basic pool maintenance and water testing. So, it’s important to follow these tips for a well-maintained pool area.
8. Learn to test the pool water for safety.
9. Make necessary repairs before the swimming season begins.
10. Keep a cover on your pool to save energy, keep pests out, and add another layer of protection to keep kids safe at the pool during times when they’re not actually swimming.
11. Change filters regularly (and skim the surface, too).
Be Aware to Keep Kids Safe at the Pool
12. Learn about drowning prevention and always properly supervise your kids while they’re in the water.
Related: My Child Almost Drowned: 5 Misconceptions about Drowning and How to Keep Your Child Safe
A backyard pool might save your family’s sanity during hot times. However, ensuring their safety is a requirement for being able to enjoy the water without worry. Stick with these tips throughout the season, and you can practically guarantee cool and relaxing family memories.
What does your family love about swimming? How do you help keep kids safe at the pool? Share in the comments!
Guest blogger Cheryl Conklin is a hobbyist writer, blogger, adventurer, traveler, and creator of Wellness Central. She uses wellnesscentral.info to share her thoughts on wellness along with the great resources she finds on her own wellness journey.
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