tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post8376423349045438954..comments2024-03-27T19:04:31.290-05:00Comments on The Amazing Trips: i don't mean to scare you. but ...The Amazing Tripshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13761348688069779544noreply@blogger.comBlogger81125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-319372200467625382010-10-18T15:49:21.774-05:002010-10-18T15:49:21.774-05:00Swimming lessons are a must. What a list of tragic...Swimming lessons are a must. What a list of tragic stories. They might also have been avoided with a <a href="http://www.poolsafe.com" rel="nofollow">pool fence</a> installed. We should do all that we can to keep out little ones safe.ballpointbananahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12042194923889488568noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-13422658783104640852009-07-07T03:45:59.574-05:002009-07-07T03:45:59.574-05:00Just found your site through another triplet blog ...Just found your site through another triplet blog and wanted to thank you for your post here. Growing up in South FL, drowning was a common story on our local news. We were introduced to infant swim (www.infantswim.com) when our triplets were 2 years old and it is the best investment we have made to date. I highly recommend checking it out - the emphasis is on safety and survival and it has been a great experience for our family.Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09573322106537795548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-52485961372537584762009-05-29T06:40:01.149-05:002009-05-29T06:40:01.149-05:00The swimming lessons begin this year for my 10 mon...The swimming lessons begin this year for my 10 month old water baby. <br /><br />This post scares the crap out of me, not for the drowning parts, they are scary too, but for the loss of your child or loved ones.<br /><br />It's my worst fear.<br /><br />I'll be the one who will have her eyes glued to the pool, if my daughter is in there.<br /><br />The water can be so much fun, but can't be underestimated!Amanda Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14050156832158983268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-68933404858942089602009-05-26T11:57:03.146-05:002009-05-26T11:57:03.146-05:00I'm back to say 'thanks' for the scare. I enrolle...I'm back to say 'thanks' for the scare. I enrolled my 3 yr old girls in swimming lessons at the Y today. They start Saturday!Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12130346985631115376noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-2886620473573623152009-05-25T10:34:02.402-05:002009-05-25T10:34:02.402-05:00I spent this weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun) at a camp, ce...I spent this weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun) at a camp, certifying the camp staff in lifeguarding, CPR, and first aid. This is the second year that I've gone to help with their staff training and do this for their staff, I think it's great that they realize how important it is to have a staff full of trained lifeguards (instead of just a few).<br /><br />We went to the local army base this morning, they were open for tours.Blondiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15127698040371949218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-70327516851736587002009-05-25T10:13:11.553-05:002009-05-25T10:13:11.553-05:00What a great post! When I was pregnant, I worked ...What a great post! When I was pregnant, I worked at a gym in CA. I was able to get my husband and I both in for the compulsory CPR training required of all trainers (I was in accounting but it was offered to me). As the gym was opening a child care facility they also offered child rescue and instruction on using the defibrillators that are required around the gym. Our pediatrician gave us a chart that was a quick reference of infant CPR that we hung in the kitchen (and used the chocking instructions once). Our certifications are almost up, and we need to plan on renewing them. This is all fantastic information!Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10517064064201085084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-20813927796068264912009-05-24T21:32:54.980-05:002009-05-24T21:32:54.980-05:00Hi Jen,
great post.
In Australia it is compulsory ...Hi Jen,<br />great post.<br />In Australia it is compulsory to have a backyard pool fenced. I remember seeing pictures from your father's house when you visited with your children playing beside the unfenced pool and feeling very nervous- maybe I'm just conditioned this way because of our strict laws.<br />I plan to have a pool one day, once all my children can swim, well, with clothes on. Seriously, drowning is my major phobia for my children. Just seeing pictures of houses with unfenced pools in British and American home magazines make me nervous. Our children all attend swimming lessions (though the 3 and 5yr olds can swim, I want them to have the best possible ability).<br />And Go Kathleen! What a woman!<br />Rebecca<br />(PS- dont; enter me on the competition, I am in Australia and have CPR training)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-36886492436319194582009-05-24T07:02:40.553-05:002009-05-24T07:02:40.553-05:00I will be doing some catch-up around the house and...I will be doing some catch-up around the house and then hanging with friends. Have a great weekend!alanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17740498791453763901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-83109249969630353962009-05-23T22:51:25.096-05:002009-05-23T22:51:25.096-05:00We will be planting flowers, painting and doing so...We will be planting flowers, painting and doing some general summer clean up this weekend. <br /><br />Great post BTW!Aliciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04902936257318350837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-53097862487038284952009-05-23T20:57:08.609-05:002009-05-23T20:57:08.609-05:00I was introduced by a friend to this website about...I was introduced by a friend to this website about a year ago:<br /><br />http://www.infantswim.com/home.html<br /><br />A child as young as SIX months can begin learning how to survive falling into water! Make sure you watch the video. This is amazing & well worth the money for anyone who spends a significant amount of time in/around water.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-86024396214960007782009-05-23T19:50:09.630-05:002009-05-23T19:50:09.630-05:00We live near the Russian River, I am constantly am...We live near the Russian River, I am constantly amazed at the number of people in this area that have not learned to swim. Every summer, year after year we have several drownings because people do not understand that water is a living thing with great power that must be respected.<br /><br />As for the weekend we are spending with out dog who will be going to dog heaven next week. We are spoiling him rotten all week-end, including hiding his pain pills in tri-tip.winecathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07033530470009978632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-73873585134471131772009-05-23T19:39:32.637-05:002009-05-23T19:39:32.637-05:00whew. I hate reading stories like this but they a...whew. I hate reading stories like this but they are important to hear so you don't become complacent. <br /><br />My kids are learning to swim at the local YMCA. I realized, while watching them, that I had never had a formal swimming class and really? would I be able to jump in and swim strong and confidently enough to save someone? Probably not. So I enrolled myself in a class as well. I'm a stronger swimmer now, though could still use improvement.<br /><br />I've actually had to perform CPR on a person before and I tell you, preparation is EVERYTHING. Great idea to give these kits away!Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04490578614214219045noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-78027644459902925342009-05-23T15:46:10.615-05:002009-05-23T15:46:10.615-05:00We had a pond growing up, and my aunt was so terri...We had a pond growing up, and my aunt was so terrified of us kids drowning in it that she paid to have a fence installed around our house so we could play outside without being near the water. We always had to wear life jackets, could only swim with adults around, etc. Yet I am TERRIFIED of water bodies that you can't see the bottom of, and pretty much avoid pond, lake, or ocean swimming. I will definitely never have a pool.<br />I really appreciate this article. I especially worry about the whole "assuming someone must be watching" mentality, as I have seen that many times in crowded family gatherings. Usually the result of such a thing is that the toddler ends up eating too many cookies or breaking someone's cell phone, but obviously, if you're outside near a pool or pond, the consequences can be much worse. This is a really good reminder that someone needs to be specifically designated with kid-watching at all times near water.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07141742419364168878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-42493112613332121682009-05-23T15:19:29.156-05:002009-05-23T15:19:29.156-05:00We have no big plans for this weekend, except to g...We have no big plans for this weekend, except to get the dog shaved! This means no more dog hair in the house for the summer! (can you tell I'm excited?)<br /><br />I was a lifeguard at a girls summer camp for five years quite a few years ago. I think knowing how to swim is one of the most important life skills there is. I think it ranks right up there with knowing how to take a bus by yourself and knowing how to read a map (believe me, I know a few people who can't do either and it just baffles me).<br /><br />If I were to win this I would definitely throw a party like you suggested to make sure all the people I know know what is needed to save a life. Thanks for offering this!Mayziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03271647114187347150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-58501236207103792292009-05-23T14:00:29.748-05:002009-05-23T14:00:29.748-05:00This weekend we have the sibling group of four we ...This weekend we have the sibling group of four we are adopting until Monday. We are just hanging out, acting like a crazy family with 7 kids! I really enjoy your blog, thanks.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07227647288589325344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-27637364265538114522009-05-23T13:59:24.122-05:002009-05-23T13:59:24.122-05:00Jen, thanks for the post. My husband keeps asking...Jen, thanks for the post. My husband keeps asking for a pool in the back yard. I told him I'd consider it in 3-4 years (when the trips are 5-6 and already know how to swim). I was on swim team in highschool. I'm pretty capable. I've pulled 4 kids from pools...all conscious. All on their parents watch. None of them my children. Water scares me, quite frankly. I think that fear keeps me watchful. But I DO need a CPR refresher. It's been too long. And with 5 (minimum) children at my house all summer...even without a pool...I want to recert.<br /><br />Side note: Do you have a "favorite" life vest you can recommend? This summer, with the trips walking, I want to make sure they're always wearing one when we're pool side (we have 1001 friends with pools). Ava's 20# and Cole's 30+# (Eli's somewhere in the middle), so I have a feeling I'll need different kinds.<br /><br />As for my weekend...nothing! I'm relaxing and getting random things off my To Do list that have been stuck there for weeks because I keep running out of time in the day!<br /><br />Keep running, girl. I'm cheering from Jersey and practicing my cow bell!Momma-of-5https://www.blogger.com/profile/04257955339990134187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-60043881316525266872009-05-23T13:58:58.000-05:002009-05-23T13:58:58.000-05:00Ugh... I hated reading this post. It was totally ...Ugh... I hated reading this post. It was totally necessary and I am glad you reminded all of us but damn... life is so scary. Chase and I are taking a mommy and me swim class this summer... but I am with you, I don't think they are totally ready to comprehend saving themselves until much older. Can't hurt to have him used to the water though ;~) <br /><br />As for memorial day... I am not sure we have any plans. Good family fun time... maybe enjoy the deck... maybe take in a park... spend quality time with grandma. Enjoy the husband and baby, that's my memorial day.LoveLladrohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13978797008813692988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-87217628741656742372009-05-23T12:57:16.278-05:002009-05-23T12:57:16.278-05:00We have been taking our two children to parent/chi...We have been taking our two children to parent/child swimming classes at the YMCA down the street for the past few years. Oftentimes, it feels like a massive pain in the ass ... and, as your post makes clear, also totally worth the inconvenience.<br /><br />Good post. Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-46512275298092673172009-05-23T12:13:10.825-05:002009-05-23T12:13:10.825-05:00Thank you for writing this!
We're visiting the in...Thank you for writing this!<br /><br />We're visiting the inlaws today to open their pool. Dd (20 months) will be having her first summer this year where she's really mobile and into everything. We've already got the life jacket, floats, float swim suits and other safety equipment on hand - along with plenty of adults to supervise, including CPR and AED certified adults of course.<br /><br />One thing that you didn't mention that has always stuck with me from my very first CPR class - IF you are ever in a position where you think you need to perform CPR, do not be afraid to act, even if you are not sure you remember exactly HOW to perform CPR. If you do nothing that person will die, but if you do something, you may be able to save them.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-29646763029451818182009-05-23T06:08:49.576-05:002009-05-23T06:08:49.576-05:00Memorial Day weekend I am going to start writing u...Memorial Day weekend I am going to start writing up my Masters thesis. Glacial Facies here I come.<br /><br />Drowning is one of my ultimate fears (along with flying). I can think of nothing worse. <br /><br />I wish people would understand how dangerous even the littlest bit of water can be, and how lax supervision can sometimes be when they don't read the dangers.Lexienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-13874071624580412562009-05-22T23:38:23.670-05:002009-05-22T23:38:23.670-05:00This is exactly why my 13-month old is starting "s...This is exactly why my 13-month old is starting "swim lessons" next weekend. It's actually a class through the Infant Swim Resource that teaches infants how to turn into a floating position if they fall in. Once they can walk, they teach them how to float, swim towards the side, and stop and float again when they need to rest---and they eventually get them to do it fully clothed! www.infantswim.com And they never just throw them in--it's all kind and gentle. Even still, you're right--you can never take your eyes off of them! Ugh. Water and toddlers makes me nervous! Anyway, we're not doing anything exciting this weekend. :)Allisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05738815705522247583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-57223605212115645202009-05-22T21:20:36.537-05:002009-05-22T21:20:36.537-05:00We just enrolled our newly 4 year olds in swimming...We just enrolled our newly 4 year olds in swimming lesson for the summer. I hope we'll always watch them like a hawk even when they can swim.<br /><br />This weekend we are hanging out at home taking care of our 8 week old bundle of kitten joy.AL in TXnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-76386375860103872192009-05-22T20:20:08.331-05:002009-05-22T20:20:08.331-05:00Great post. My biggest fear is my niece drowning a...Great post. My biggest fear is my niece drowning at my aunt/uncles pool. We'll be there next month and I'm not looking forward to the child chase! <br /><br />We're not doing anything this weekend! Childless...ugh. :-)In Due Timehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17114196208633521694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-34807514596850496532009-05-22T19:50:42.206-05:002009-05-22T19:50:42.206-05:00I'm so glad you posted this, I am an avid believer...I'm so glad you posted this, I am an avid believer in learning how to swim. When we were kids my aunt was a swim instructor and my grandfather insisted she teach all of the grandkids how to swim. We've had Chase is swim classes since he was 6 months old and already have him signed up for classes next month. Water is awesome and totally scary! Kudo's to you for posting this!!!Kahlahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09062732728748588097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-72634225700740616602009-05-22T18:42:39.885-05:002009-05-22T18:42:39.885-05:00Ah, the inlaws are coming in for a visit! Our lit...Ah, the inlaws are coming in for a visit! Our little parade tomorrow morning and maybe a festival at the local Catholic church. I get up early on Saturdays to exercise (!) so maybe the extra day means I get to sleep in one morning!!<br />And that CPR kit is awesome. I will look into purchasing one if I don't win!Just Vegashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09851077598314983920noreply@blogger.com