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Lil' Squirts
Building water trust together
What your baby will experience:
Safe, comfortable holds that encourage exploration
Gentle breath control using visual cues (never stressed or shocked)
Discovering how water supports and holds them
Learning to hold onto the wall and you—their first safety skill
Why this matters: This precious stage builds the foundation for a lifetime relationship with water. Through playful bonding, your baby learns that water is safe, supportive, and wonderful.
What you’ll learn:
Confident holds that keep your baby safe and comfortable
How to teach breath holding without stress
Supporting your baby as they explore buoyancy and floating
Safe entry and exit techniques with your baby
How to encourage independent wall holding using the grasp reflex
Water Safety Focus: Your baby will learn to fall into the water and turn around to hold onto the wall—a crucial survival skill.