During the preschool stage, your child is far more independent. They will dress themselves, feed themselves, clean their teeth and take themselves to the toilet. During this stage, many parents have their hands full with new additions to the family. Very often, this results in the older child being given […]
Resources & Baby Swimming Tips For Parents
These articles are invaluable resources for parents. They include baby swimming tips and educational tips and techniques we recommend on implementing towards your child's development.
Kids Alive Water Safety Tips For Farms
On farms there are many water hazards that pose a drowning risk to children. These water hazards may include dams, water troughs, water tanks, post holes and irrigation channels. A safe play area around the home, which is fenced and where children can be supervised by adults is essential. Here, […]
Back Float for Two to Four Year Old’s
Back Float with Board – Lap or Ledge The first step to teach back float for two to four year old’s is to hold the board correctly. The easiest way to do this is using parental or teacher demonstrations. Then give the child an opportunity to practice. Notice the position […]
Voluntary Breath Control – 2 Years +
Once children become 2 years of age and above they need to participate voluntarily in breath control activities. They can follow instructions and therefore can be encouraged to put their faces under the water. The objective is to teach children to hold their breath. Therefore children should not be encouraged […]
Kids Alive CPR Guide – Teaching Skill
Even the most caring and vigilant parent can be affected by a drowning or near drowning. The Queensland Injury Surveillance Unit estimates that for every 1 child that drowns, 14 are taken to emergency departments and 4 of those are admitted to hospital. This is why the Kids Alive CPR […]