5 Water Safety Tips with Kids
Water Safety with Kids
If you are planning on traveling with kids near the water, you need to know these 5 Water Safety Tips!
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Texas is full of lakes, swimming holes & pools! If you’re traveling to Texas, or live here like us, peace of mind by the water can happen if you follow these water safety tips for kids!
Tip 1: Pack Safety Door Locks!
If you’re renting a place with a pool, or that is near a body of water, you’ll want to have peace of mind by knowing your kids can’t get out!
Here is a great sliding door lock we have by our pool!
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Tip 2: Stay Hydrated!
West Texas is HOT & we’ve learned that we really do need to add in electrolytes to our hydration routine every day! Especially when you’re having fun by the water, you might forget about this!
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Tip 3: Life Jackets & Swim Lessons
I know there is a big debate over this, but here is what I truly believe:
Swim Lessons are the absolute best way to keep your kids safe near the water. Puddle Jumpers/Swimmies may seem nice but will teach your kids the improper position while swimming.
If you are in open water (lakes, oceans, etc.) ALWAYS wear a proper coastguard-approved life jacket!
4.Wear Bright Colors
Bright colors help lifeguards & adults spot kids in the water more easily! Think bright yellows, oranges & pink! (White & Light Blue are hardest to spot!)
We love Rash Guards like this one to help block out the sun with extra UPF 50 protection!
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5. Keep the Towels under the arms!!
If you’ve ever fallen in the water with clothes on, you know it can feel heavy. Imagine a towel around your shoulders. Never wrap a towel around your child’s shoulders, should they fall in, they don’t have use of their arms & the towel becomes heavy really quickly!!
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I know that one of the only ways to beat the West Texas Heat is to be in (or near) the water! I hope these 5 Water Safety Tips for Kids will help you enjoy your vacation or time relaxing with your family!
