Its summer and that means more time in the pool and at the lake. That is loads of fun for adults and kids alike but there are some things that you need to do to stay safe at the lake. One, is get your kids swimming lessons. Two, make sure they are always supervised.Use flotation devices properly and know what dry drowning looks like so you can intervene if necessary. The most important thing is always watch your child.

Key Takeaways:

• Teaching your kids proper swim techniques can help them to help themselves in the water
• swimming where there is a life guard on duty will add extra safety for your child in the event of an emergency
• Learning the symptoms of dry drowning is an important thing to do this swim season

“Flotation devices can help kids mobility in the pool and give parents peace of mind, but they don’t ensure safety, so be sure to remain watchful.”

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