by Betsy Stern | Jan 15, 2021 | uncategorized
I will never forget my son’s first session of swim lessons. We’d completed Parent-Tot already, and he did great. He loved the singing, he loved cuddling next to me, he loved being lifted high in the air and splashing back into the water. Parent-Tot was a huge success,... 
by Betsy Stern | Dec 17, 2020 | Holidays, Parenting Ideas, The SwimWest Culture, uncategorized
Madison is one of the best cities in the country to live, work, exercise or raise a family. I may be biased, but my opinion is backed up by A LOT of publications. Just take a look at this list of awards we’ve won over the past few years, and you’ll see we rank highly... 
by Betsy Stern | Nov 10, 2020 | Earth Day, Parenting Ideas, uncategorized
America Recycles is a day in November that helps educate families about the importance of taking care of our Earth and teaches the importance and impact of recycling. Did you know that each year recycling supports over 750,000 jobs? As awareness of recycling has... 
by Betsy Stern | Oct 8, 2020 | uncategorized
When my son first started lessons (Parent-Tot!), he did SO well. We sang songs, swished around the pool and blew some bubbles. Ahh, it was simple. Fast forward a class or two and things were…not so simple. He cried. And cried. and CRIED. Those first few months... 
by Betsy Stern | Oct 7, 2020 | uncategorized
While the summer may be nearing its end, babies are born year round – meaning water safety doesn’t stop when the public pools close. We’ve put together a list of both safety tips AND tips for making your infant’s time in the water FUN! Watch the Play Toys:... 
by Betsy Stern | Sep 1, 2020 | uncategorized
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a perfect time to bring attention and awareness to the devastation of childhood cancer. Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is acknowledged by cancer organizations around the world with the hopes of raising...