Most parents are aware today, swimming is an excellent way to develop your baby's physical and psychological abilities. Numerous studies have shown the benefits of baby swimming and learning to swim for young children 👶
However, the idea of putting your baby in the water can seem scary, and rightfully so. Water is a dangerous natural environment, and it is important to secure your baby's swim time so that it becomes a true family bonding moment, rather than a stressful and unpleasant one.
Swimming aids like inflatable floats, armbands, and vests are excellent products to reduce the risk of drowning during children's swims. For a 6-month-old baby, the baby bath float is preferred over armbands and floating swimsuits, which are more suited for children aged 2.5 years and older.
After detailing how to choose an inflatable float for an infant (up to 6 months), it made sense for the editorial team to address the next stage: which float to choose for a 6-month to 1-year-old baby. Let's explore this in this exclusive article ☀️
Why choose a float for a 6-month-old baby?
The purpose of this article is not to scare you but to raise awareness of the risks associated with children's swimming. Many studies have shown that drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death among young children. Most drownings unfortunately occur in the bathtub during the weekly bath.
These studies have also shown that babies who participated in swimming lessons and baby swimming sessions were much more likely to avoid drowning because they had already familiarized themselves with the water. These baby swimmers have better motor skills, greater autonomy, and a better awareness of water-related dangers.
The 6-month baby float, just like the 1-year-old baby float, is therefore a prime tool for introducing your baby to water:
- Baby and physical development 👶: the earlier the child discovers their body, the more natural physical abilities they will have.
- Ideal learning to swim 🏊 : the float for young children is an adequate tool to learn to swim safely and confidently.
- Peace of mind for parents ✔️ : while each parent must play the role of lifeguard during each swim, closely watching their child, the swimming ring adds an extra layer of security, reassuring for parents.
You can now view our collection of floats for 6-month-old babies by clicking the link below:
Precautions to take when swimming with your 6-month-old baby
Flotation accessories like inflatable floats, swim armbands, and floating belts do not replace adult supervision during the baby's swim. Floating products are not infallible.
Each parent must take their role as lifeguard very seriously and closely monitor their baby. We even advise staying constantly next to them, holding the float, for example, and encouraging them.
Before taking the first baths, please consult your doctor to ensure there are no contraindications. Also, make sure your baby has received the first two doses of the DTPolio vaccine.
For babies aged 18 months and 2 years, feel free to check out our dedicated articles:
The best floats for 6-month-old babies
Summer is finally here, you've taken the previously defined precautions, and you're looking to equip your baby or child with a quality inflatable float ? You're in the right place. Let's discover together the best baby float models for your 6 to 12-month-old.
The baby float with a sunshade, puncture-proof
The advantages of this float:
- Puncture-proof material
- Integrated sunshade for effective sun protection ☀️
- Swimming position at 40°, resembling the crawl and breaststroke 🏊
This baby float is suitable for children between 3 months and 2 years. Your 6-month-old will be perfectly comfortable using this baby swimmer float during their swimming sessions. This non-inflatable float is made from latest generation TPU material and with PearlFoamTM technology.
Its unmatched stability and mobility make it our undisputed best-seller:
More generally, feel free to explore our complete collection of baby swimmer floats and choose the most suitable model for your baby.
The 6-month baby seat float in flamingo shape
The benefits of this seat float:
- A unique and fun design in the shape of a flamingo 🦩
- Integrated sunshade for effective UV protection ☀️
- Seat float with a reassuring sitting position
Intended for babies from 6 months to 4 years, this flamingo baby seat float will surprise your little girl with its candy pink color and realistic design representing the famous animal from the Phoenicopteridae family. Discover it now:
The flamingo is not the only animal represented in baby floats; feel free to visit our complete collection of baby animal floats or our general collection of baby seat floats.
The neck float for 6-month-old babies
The baby neck float is designed for first swims, for babies between 3 months and 1 year. This neck float has created much controversy due to the way it is used and attached to the child (around the neck).
Of course, many perinatal specialists have approved this format and even described it as favorable to the child's development. This is particularly the case with Alexandra Goldstaub, a baby physiotherapist and creator of Symbiosis (therapeutic spa).
The neck float is suitable for babies up to around 12 months. The benefits are numerous:
- Total body immersion: tipping over is impossible, thus limiting the risk of drowning.
- Many non-inflatable or "puncture-proof" neck float models are available in our online store.
- Unmatched stability and buoyancy compared to other formats, again thanks to complete body immersion (this is also why this model is preferred for the youngest, from 3 months, 6 months, 8 and 12 months).
The relaxing baby float with harness
The benefits of this float:
- Secure harness with crotch strap ✔️
- 2024 format, very wide for great stability and maneuverability 🏊
- An affordable price for everyone to enjoy 👶
Just like the baby float with sunshade presented above, this baby float with harness is ideal for baby swimming and learning to swim. Its more affordable price may appeal to more people. Get our wider 2024 model with a secure crotch strap:
Final words on choosing your 6-month-old baby float
Be sure to choose a specialized supplier or manufacturer who guarantees good product quality and compliance with current US standards. The material should be reinforced PVC or vinyl, and the inflation valve should be universal with a non-return valve, allowing the float to be inflated with an electric pump, for example.
Our article is coming to an end, and we hope it has helped you choose your 6-month-old baby's float. Feel free to browse our online store and our various blog articles. We are also available to answer your questions. See you soon!
