Helping Your Child Feel Confident Around Water (Before Swimming Lessons Even Begin)

Before children learn to swim, they need to feel safe in the water. Confidence starts with calm, familiarity and the right environment.

Should My Nanny, Au Pair or Childminder Take My Child Swimming?

When children go swimming with a carer, confidence and preparation matter. Here’s our advice on what helps swimming feel safe, relaxed and genuinely enjoyable.

Keeping Activities Going When Baby Number Two Arrives

Activities like swimming shouldn’t be the first thing to fall away when a second baby comes along – but they may need to adapt a bit. We asked Eilish Saba, founder of The Baby Care Company, for top tips.

How to respond to whining by Camilla McGill

Does the sound of your child’s whining voice drive you up the wall?