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Swimming

My LO is starting swimming lessons at the beginning of June, I’m told the pool will be kept at 30-32 degrees. What do I put him in? I’m looking at splashabout and they do vests/ all in ones and nappies 😵‍💫 what’s the difference/ different need between the wrap vest and wetsuit? And I assume a swim nappy underneath both also? Pictures for reference. Thank you 🙏🏻

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I took my girl for her first lesson yesterday, the pool was 34 degrees and she was fine in a swim nappy and a splash about happy nappy! I may be wrong but I think after 12 weeks they're okay to go in pools that aren't heated for babies. But if you're worried he might be chilly I would go for the wetsuit!

Amazing thank you!! X

Definitely go for an all in one with a nappy underneath. It’ll keep him much warmer out of the pool. Just to add, I wouldnt buy either of those as blue is a really unsafe swimsuit colour for children in pools. If they’re underwater it’s really hard for lifeguards to see them!

Thank you, I have seen this before RE the colours, my LO is only 3 months old and either me or my partner will be in the pool with him for each lesson holding onto him so there’s not as much risk as if he were swimming alone older but appreciate your advice ☺️

You'll be fine in just a swim nappy at that temperature:-)

Check with your swim school as they might have rules regarding what to wear

Some babies are fine with just the swim nappy, my lil one was always on the slighter colder side no matter what temperature. Lol. So we did the all in one. If you know your baby is fine already go for a lighter option.

They also never get too hot.