A Coast Guard approved life vest or life jacket is a safer option than floaties or inflatable arm bands for your child in the pool.
Other commonly used flotation devices that are not considered to be safe enough to protect younger kids in the water include:
- inflatable tubes
- air mattresses
- rafts
- inflatable seats and riders for baby's and toddlers
- swim rings
- wave surf boards
- noodles
While these flotation devices can be fun in the water, if your child doesn't know how to swim, be sure to also use a Coast Guard approved life vest or life jacket at the same time. And stay within arms reach when your younger child is in the water.
