One of the Best Resources for New Swim Parents are in the Stands with You
For the new swim parent, the sport can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, one of your best resources is already in the stands with you.
Ask Swim Mom: When Will My Child Move Up?
Although some kids possibly are overlooked for moving up through the ranks, usually there is a reason why coaches keep kids in certain groups.
Swim Mom: The Secret To Motivating Our Kids
The best way to encourage our kids to put down video games and phones is not by bribing or threatening them — but by inspiring them.
Swim Mom Musings: The Assault On College Swimming
With multiple programs forced to cut swimming & diving due to COVID-19, it’s time to take a stand against this assault on our sport.
Swim Mom: Will City Pools Be a Casualty of Coronavirus?
Not only are USA Swimming teams at risk throughout the country, but pools may go under as well. Many people’s lives are improved daily because of a pool.
Swim Mom Musing: Blessed Beginnings
“This journey created memories that will last for a lifetime, and it produced special moments for the parents that left me breathless.”
Swim Mom: 6 Tips for Swim Parents About Seeing Things Differently
If we take anything away from these uncertain days, maybe it’s not to sweat the small stuff and appreciate what we have.
Swim Mom: 11 Things I Miss About Swimming
With “shelter in place” going on for more than 30 days, I really miss swimming. Here are 11 things I miss about the sport more than I expected.
Swim Mom: 7 Tips for Great Conversations With Our Kids
With many families spending more time together, we’re presented with a perfect opportunity to work on communicating effectively.
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Swim Mom: Make the Most Out of Every Opportunity
When things get back to normal, maybe we will learn from this overwhelming experience. Hopefully, we will take with us an attitude of “I get to.”
Ask Swim Mom: Does My Son Need to Swim Club to Swim in College?
I know his future self would regret quitting club swimming. The $10,000 question is, how important is club swim to college recruiters?
Swim Mom Musings: Finding Joy During The Covid-19 Outbreak
As the mom of an NCAA Athlete, I have listened to athletes and parents, especially swimming, share, comfort and console during this awful pandemic.
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Ask Swim Mom: Should Meets Be Electronic Free?
I wanted your thoughts on the benefits on swimmers being electronic free during meets and anything relevant to why a team should entertain the thought.
Ask Swim Mom: About Those Late Bloomers
Early bloomers have an advantage, but eventually things even out after differences in growth level out. With hard work and passion, anything can happen!
Swim Mom: 5 Tips to Help Your Swimmer During Championship Meets
It’s the time of year when swimmers get to reap the rewards of months of hard work. Here are five tips to help your children have fun during championships.