by Betsy Stern | Nov 8, 2022 | uncategorized
World Kindness Day is coming up on November 13th, 2022, and if you aren’t familiar with the “holiday”, we’re here to share the background, mission and ideas you can do in your own life to make a difference this year. World Kindness Day began almost 25 years ago to... by Betsy Stern | Nov 8, 2022 | uncategorized
Some babies naturally love the water, and others take a bit to get adjusted to the pool. Some babies have no issues putting their faces in the water, and others cry and protest. Like most things when it comes to kids, every single baby is different, and it can be hard... by Betsy Stern | Nov 8, 2022 | uncategorized
Thanksgiving will be here before we know it, and with it, trips to visit family and friends. For those of us who travel out of town or state, Thanksgiving may also come with a trip to a hotel for a night or two. When you have kids, there’s really only ONE kind of... by Betsy Stern | Oct 11, 2022 | uncategorized
Whether you’re a brand new swim parent or you’ve had several kids make their way through swim lessons in the past, baby swim lessons can throw even the most seasoned parents for a loop. The thing is…every child handles the water differently, and the swim experience is... by Betsy Stern | Oct 11, 2022 | uncategorized
We’re inching closer to one of Madison’s very favorite days of the year – Halloween! Pumpkins, mums, skeletons and ghosts have all been popping up in front yards and porches over the past week or two, and in just a few weeks, Halloween will be here. I’m... by Betsy Stern | Oct 11, 2022 | uncategorized
Here at SwimWest, we know baths are important for more than just getting your child clean – they help set the stage for water safety, swim lesson readiness and of course, FUN! That’s why this month we’re sharing ways to take your child’s bath to the next level... by Betsy Stern | Oct 4, 2022 | uncategorized
So, your tiny tot is heading to big-kid lessons for the very first time. Are they going to actually sit on those steps and wait their turn? Will there be tears? Will they listen to their teacher? Moving on from baby classes can be a scary next step for many little... by Betsy Stern | Sep 8, 2022 | uncategorized
As school starts for another year, so do ALL the fall activities – specifically, fall sports. Football. Soccer. Fall ball. Gymnastics. Whatever your child is into, there is likely a sport starting this month. With the chaos of those precious few after school... by Betsy Stern | Sep 8, 2022 | uncategorized
Let’s face it. Fall is full of activities, and for those with kids in elementary school and above, after school evenings are often jam-packed. Squeezing in dinner, clean up, homework and time for relaxation in between sports, clubs, music lessons and other... by Betsy Stern | Sep 8, 2022 | uncategorized
While the local pools are closed up and emptied til spring, you don’t have to hang up your child’s suit just yet. Summer swimming is a blast, and Madison is known for being an amazing swim city. Many local kids sign up for team, and many others hit the pool to cool...