Make a Splash—Safely! Essential Water Safety Tips for Every Parent
As we head into the warmer months, family time often means pool days, beach trips, and backyard water play. While water can provide endless fun, it also comes with serious risks. Drowning remains one of the leading causes of accidental death in children under five—and it's often fast and silent.
That’s why water safety education is so critical, starting with simple, proactive steps every parent can take. Here are a few essential tips to keep your child safe:
- Always designate a Water Watcher: Never assume someone else is watching. Choose one adult to supervise all water activity at a time—no phones, no distractions.
- Teach children to ask permission before going near water: This builds habits of awareness and safety around all water environments.
- Install barriers around pools: A four-sided fence with a self-closing, self-latching gate can reduce the risk of drowning by up to 83%.
- Learn CPR: In an emergency, your actions can save a life before help arrives.
- Start swim lessons early: Consistent instruction builds water confidence and essential safety skills from a young age.
At British Swim School of Lehigh Valley, we don’t just teach swimming—we teach survival. Our year-round, goal-oriented swim programs are designed for children as young as 3 months old. We combine fun and safety in every lesson, because we believe every child deserves to feel confident in the water.
Now enrolling for spring and summer sessions! Spots fill quickly, so secure your child’s place today. We are offering free registration for Macaroni KID families through 6/9 - mention "Macaroni Kids" in the comment section when registering.
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Let’s make this season your safest—and most splash-tastic—yet!
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