Stand out in style with this splurge-worthy pink convertible car-shaped pool float! Sure to be noticed, the float measures 42 inches long, so make sure you’ve not only got room in the pool for this one but enough air in your lungs to blow it up. It will take some time (or help from an electric air pump) to get this car ready for the pool. Safe for kids from ages 1 to 2 years old, this car has a 33-pound weight limit. The wide base of the float has two inflatable air chambers and child safety valves to keep your baby upright. We especially like the built-in handles on both sides of the float that provide an intuitive place to grab, so caregivers can securely hold the float at all times. According to the NHS, 'You can take your baby swimming at any age, both before and after they have been vaccinated. It does not matter if they have not yet completed their course of vaccinations.' So really, the choice is yours to make. Making sure your kids have the best experience possible the first time they set foot into the pool for a swimming lesson is important. As a challenging and exciting moment, swimming aids are a great transitional tool to help the process and minimise some of the discomfort and apprehension your little ones might feel in the beginning. Foam Armbands Wrapped around the chest, kids can use the buoyancy of the noodle to learn body positioning and balance, a great way to boost the learning curve. Not to mention, a great and safe way to have some pool noodle sword fighting!

Our range of foam armbands is a great starter swimming accessory for your soon-to-be swimmer. Easy to get on and off, these armbands are for toddlers between the ages of 2 to 6. Our Decathlon swimming armband range is made out of durable material, fitted with two inflatable chambers and is easy to inflate and deflate when needed, making them compact and easy to transport. Pool Noodle These equip you with increased resistance in the water and are great when learning to float, rescue reaching and a range of other water plays and aquatic exercises. The fully adjustable baby float comes with a removable sun canopy that’s made of UPF 50+, and the sides are made of see-thru mesh, so you can always keep an eye on your baby.The price will really depend on the kind of swimming lessons you're looking for. While some pools and leisure centres offer pay-as-you-go schemes for swimming lessons, many will require you to pay upfront for lessons. Some parents might like the reliability of a non-inflatable baby pool float. While this option does cost more and take up more space than other baby pool floats on our list, there’s no risk of the float deflating while the baby is in the pool—or of finding a hole in it right before your pool fun begins. Made of sealed pearl foam, the float is available in three colorways. No matter the color, they all come with a three-point harness strap, a removable sun canopy, and a removable footrest. With that in mind, it’s up to you to choose between fully inflatable floats and those made with other floating materials such as foam. Some baby floats come with harnesses, while others just have holes into which you slip the baby’s legs to keep them upright. You can also choose all sorts of fun shapes, including flamingos, cars, spaceships, and even sharks. There are also plenty of swimming programmes in leisure centres or indoor pools available, especially for babies all around the country. Here are a few programmes to look into: Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington shares her tips with us on taking your baby swimming with the help of her experience from when her daughter Summer was a baby.

If you choose an inflatable float, think about how difficult it will be to blow up, and whether you need a pump to help you out. Once it’s ready for the pool, you’ll also want to be sure it’s easy to get your baby in and out of the float without a lot of fussing. Blow up this two-chambered baby pool float and you’ve got everything your kiddo needs for fun in the sun. Not only will your kiddo love floating and splashing in the pool, but this baby pool float features an interactive (inflatable) handlebar that houses three balls that move through the clear bar as your kiddo moves in the float. If you would like some in-person support when taking your baby swimming, why not see if your pool offers swimming lessons or classes? It's a great way to meet other parents and for your youngster to see other babies in the same situation as them. How much are swimming lessons for babies Why We Like It: Built-in handles provide parents or caregivers with an easy way to hold on at all times.Heading to the pool, or truly anywhere, with young kids always requires lots of extra stuff. You’ll love that this super-portable pool float folds flat and fits into the included carry bag. The bag has a long shoulder strap, so it’s easy to tote this lightweight float to and from the pool. We love that this float has both inner and outer rings that get inflated, plus there’s a spring inside to keep it all steady. For added fun, this float has two attached water toys to entertain babies just a little more. If you’ve got twins, there’s even a version of this baby pool float with two seats for babies and one spot for an adult, though that version doesn’t have a sun canopy.

The fully inflatable design also has a detachable and retractable sun canopy for helpful sun protection. The canopy is inflatable too, so it’s a bit more cumbersome to move, and we hear it doesn’t always stay upright when you want it to. But Take Note: This float is recommended only for babies 3 to 9 months old, so they’ll need a different one soon.

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We’ve also got baby swimming aids for you to browse, kitted with powerful buoyancy so you can rely on our swimming platforms and baby seat buoys alike. Why We Like It: The float, canopy, and octopus activity center all fold flat and fit in the small carry bag. As any parent knows, toting a baby to a new place or entering a new season likely requires a new piece of gear. So when you’re planning a vacation or the weather heats up, it’s time to look up the best baby pool floats—a helpful, safe way to introduce your baby to the joys of swimming. Most babies love to be in the water, but to help them feel safe and confident, it's worth investing in some baby swimming aids. If you want to test the waters before taking them to a public swimming pool, there's always the option of a paddling pool at home, or if you're heading on a staycation, to a house with a pool.