Splash Class

Thanks to a mom in my mommies group, I learned about a free "splash class" at Hubbard's swim school.  Once a week we can take Maika to a thirty minute class.  There is an instructor who directs parents in activities to help acclimate little ones to the water. Mr. Bean isn't really learning to swim at this point, but we think it is important for him to get comfortable in the water.  One of the activities is putting a colorful pool toy on the side and having baby reach for it.  This teaches the babies to put their hands on the side of the pool, which could be helpful if they were in the pool and needed to get out (although we will not be leaving Maika around any water without us there!).

I have the privilege of spending all day with Mr. Bean (and was not super excited about putting on a bathing suit), so Amel has been doing the splash class with Bean.  This gives them some nice bonding time.  I love seeing my boys have a good time together!