What to bring to the lessons?

For babies and toddlers who are not yet potty trained you will need a disposable swimming nappy, a "happy nappy" on top, and a wetsuit for your child to wear over these two base layers.

Disposable swimming nappies do not contain leaks on their own, which is why a neoprene "happy nappy" is needed on top as it keeps any nappy leaks from entering the pool. A wetsuit top layer then keeps your child warm during the swim lesson.

I'm happy to advise on baby swimwear brands, and I also sell wetsuits brand new or second hand - if you would like to order a wetsuit just give me a call or drop me a message!

Top tip #1:  Bring a spare disposable swim nappy just in case of unexpected accidents! 

Top tip #2: Swim nappies only catch solids, so bear this in mind if changing your child before travelling to the pool!

Top tip #3: For yourself, I recommend bringing a coverall poncho towel, it keeps you warm and dry with your hands free whilst you dry and change your little one!

Every parent and child will have different needs and essentials for swimming, and this will of course vary with the age of your child. This suggested bag list has been put together as a starting point:

• Disposable Swim Nappy x 2 (1 to wear, 1 spare)

• "Happy Nappy" 

• Wetsuit for your child

• Swimsuit for yourself

• Towel for your child

• Towel for yourself 

• A hat to keep baby warm outside/on the journey home

• Suitable bags to take home wet clothing

• A lightweight travel changing mat - most venues have suitable tables or mats for changing your baby, but it can always help to have a small foldable one to hand just in case. Even just a spare towel will do the trick!

• A snack and drink to have after your lesson