Leila
Any parent that spends time with their children around water knows how important it is that their children learn to swim. However, when those children are very young, they may not be able to learn.
Using swimming aids and safety measures to protect young children may safeguard them, but are they as helpful as they are thought to be?
Babies can actually learn to swim if taught to do so. However, you may not know how to teach them or may not have baby swimming classes available to you. You may feel that the best way to protect your child is to use swimming aids.
There are several types of swimming aids but they don’t all provide the same level of confidence for keeping young children safe.
The following are some types you may think of: Continue reading
Some of our favorite active activities during the summer months include hiking and biking. They are a lot of fun, get you out in the fresh air and nature, and they are easily adaptable to almost any age and fitness level.
Hiking and biking are both great ways to get the entire family out there, doing something together. I encourage you to give it a try. Start slow and small and see how things are going.
As your fitness levels improve and everyone gets more comfortable hiking and biking, you can start to tackle longer or more difficult trips.
Safety First! It’s an important motto to live by as you go out exploring. Make sure your equipment is in good shape. Dress appropriately and wear shoes with good grip and ankle support for your hikes. Continue reading
