In this episode of the Brainrich Podcast, we’re diving into the life-saving world of survival swimming with Keryn Van Kempen, founder of The Water Baby Family. 💦 Keryn, a mom of three boys and water safety advocate, shares her expertise on teaching children to self-rescue in the water and why survival swimming is a must-have skill for every child.

Key Takeaways 💡

• Survival Swimming vs. Traditional Lessons: Learn how survival swimming focuses on self-rescue techniques, including floating, to help kids save themselves if they fall in water. 🏊‍♂️🚨
• Starting Early: The benefits of introducing babies to water safety as early as two weeks old with simple, safe techniques during bath time. 👶🛁
• Breaking Bad Habits: Why puddle jumpers and floaties can create dangerous water habits—and what to do instead. 🚫🎈
• Parents as Teachers: How parents can build trust and teach survival swimming skills more effectively than traditional instructors. 🤝👨‍👩‍👦

💬 Episode Highlights

• “Survival swimming is about independence—children as young as 12 months can learn to float and call for help.” 🌟
• “Parents know their children best. With the right guidance, they can be the most effective swim teachers.” 🏆
• “Avoid vertical swimming—it’s a dangerous habit for kids. Teach them to stay horizontal in the water for safety.” 💧

🛠️ Tools & Resources

• Visit TheWaterBabyFamily.com to access Keryn’s eBook, courses, and bundles. 📘✨
• Follow Keryn on Instagram and YouTube for tips and demonstrations on water safety for kids. 📲🌊

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