First, floaties create a false sense of security for kids and their parents. Children who regularly use the floatation aids can fall under the dangerous illusion they know how to swim.

First, floaties create a false sense of security for kids and their parents. Children who regularly use the floatation aids can fall under the dangerous illusion they know how to swim.

These floaties were specifically designed for your kid’s swimming mobility in mind. The inflatable floaties are made out of heavy-duty vinyl, which will support kids that weigh up to 110 lbs.

Most kids can swim short distances independently – without floaties and without adult help – by around age 6 or 7, with consistent exposure and lessons. But again, that's just an average.

For kids within that age group, the first introduction to swimming is often with an inflatable floatation device, including products known as floaties and water wings.

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Experts say a life jacket is the best option to prevent a child from drowning. No, arm floaties or inflatable floatation devices will not prevent a child from drowning. Here's why. Skip Navigation.

For kids within that age group, the first introduction to swimming is often with an inflatable floatation device, including products known as floaties and water wings.

Experts say a life jacket is the best option to prevent a child from drowning. No, arm floaties or inflatable floatation devices will not prevent a child from drowning. Here's why. Skip Navigation.

For kids within that age group, the first introduction to swimming is often with an inflatable floatation device, including products known as floaties and water wings.

Experts say a life jacket is the best option to prevent a child from drowning. No, arm floaties or inflatable floatation devices will not prevent a child from drowning. Here's why. Skip Navigation.