Swimsuit Confidence<\/p>\n
So this may seem like a pretty trivial thing to some people, but actually it is something, although often unspoken, we know can be a pretty big deal for lots of parents (mums and dads!).\u00a0 For lots of people getting into a swimsuit, particularly just after having had a baby, can be very daunting and sometimes completely off-putting.<\/p>\n
But here\u2019s the thing, as someone who has spent much of my life in and around swimming pools, as a teacher, a lifeguard, and as a parent, I can tell you, NO-ONE looks like a swimwear model in real life.\u00a0 The most glamorous, slender woman in everyday life, in a swimsuit, will still have jiggly bits, and bits that she\u2019s not so confident about either, I can guarantee it.\u00a0 But is that a reason not to bring your little one swimming?\u00a0 You may have visions of a class full of other parents toned, buffed, muscular, but the reality is, even if that were to be the case, no-one is looking at you, nor are they looking at each other!\u00a0 In our classes I can confirm that everyone is 100% focussed on their baby.\u00a0 It might be a bit weird meeting new people and making friends when you\u2019re wearing next to nothing, but everyone is in the same boat, has the same insecurities, and is absolutely only thinking about their baby and how much they want to enjoy every minute with them in the water.<\/p>\n
As teachers we love that, often, we know no-one is truly paying attention to us, as they\u2019re so wrapped up with their baby, and that is absolutely how it should be.\u00a0 Speaking of teachers, there are no swimwear models here either, we\u2019re all mums or dads and understand the dizzying highs and potential body lows of that, so there\u2019s no judgement here!<\/p>\n
So if you are concerned, please don\u2019t be, it really doesn\u2019t matter, you will meet some fabulous people, spend some amazing quality time with your child, and teach them a life-long skill while having fun.\u00a0 If that is not a reason to drag out your swimsuit then I don\u2019t know what is.\u00a0 We talk a lot about being kind to others, but lets be kind to ourselves and get in the water, your child will thank you for it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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