Hello and welcome to summer! It’s your favorite hot mess mom here to drop some knowledge on pool safety. Now, I know we all love a good splash, but above everything else we have to keep those little (and not-so-little) fishies safe, right?
You can add more as you see fit, but I’ve got my 4 rules for pooltime fun right here.
- First off, no running around the pool! I know, I know, you’re excited to cannonball, but trust me, slipping and sliding on the deck is not the kind of summer fun we’re aiming for. Save the acrobatics for the trampoline, or the soft grass!
- Let’s talk about the buddy system. If your kiddo’s gonna swim, make sure they’ve got a pal. Because, let’s be real, it’s always better to have someone there who can tell you if your backstroke looks more like a flailing chicken.
- Oh, and don’t forget about sunscreen! I know, applying it feels like trying to wrestle an octopus, but those UV rays are no joke. Slather it on, every two hours, and don’t miss those sneaky spots like ears and the back of the neck.
- Lastly, keep those pool toys out of the water when not in use. That’s a dangerous situation waiting to happen. And nobody needs a surprise noodle attack while they’re trying to perfect their underwater handstand.
Stay safe, have fun, and maybe one day, we’ll get through an entire summer without yelling, “Waaaalk, don’t run!”