By, Valerie Bybee
My Heart and Home
Whether you have younger children, older children, or are just by yourself, it is important to be sure you are prepared and ready to go.
Having a swim bag that is neat and organized can make going to the
pool a much more enjoyable experience for everyone.
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A FEW QUICK TIPS:
• Have the bag ready the night before
• Have each child be responsible for their own bag (when age appropriate)
• Purchase a mesh bag, to allow water to drain.
• Separate sunscreen
• Always pack a plastic bag to separate the wet clothes from other items.
• Keep cell phone and other electronics in a water-tight container.
• Take care of swimsuit and towel immediately following swimming activity.
• Store swim bags in a central location; a hook in the garage, a cupboard in the mud room, etc.)
Each child should have their own bag to store their swimming gear in. The following is a list of necessary items to be sure to place in their or your bag. To be helpful it is broken down into three different categories; infant, child and adult.
Infant (infant to 3):
Swimsuit
Towel
Swim hat/glasses
Swim Diapers
Diapers
Wipes
Change of clothes
Ear Plugs/Nose Plugs
Sunscreen in pencil pouch to keep from squishing all over
Water
Floaters
Swim Toys
Plastic Grocery Sack for wet clothes
Child (4 and up:
Swimsuit
Towel
Goggles
Ear Plugs/Nose Plugs
Sunscreen in pencil pouch to keep from squishing all over
Water bottle
Snacks
Money
Brush/Comb
Plastic Grocery Sack for wet clothes
Adult:
Swimsuit
Towel
Goggles
Ear Plugs/Nose Plugs
Sunscreen in pencil pouch to keep from squishing all over
Water bottle
Snacks for young children and self
Money
Brush/Comb
Plastic Grocery Sack
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