Water Safety Advice from a Pediatrician

In this episode of ParentingU , Dr. Kristen Sandoz , pediatrician with Our Lady of Lourdes Children's Health, dives into one of the most important topics of summer: keeping kids safe around water . From pools to puddle jumpers, Dr. Sandoz shares what every parent needs to know — including why drowning is so dangerous (and often silent), how to spot a real-life water emergency and what tools can make a big difference . You'll hear practical tips for every age and stage, plus the truth about so-called "dry drowning" and when to start swim lessons. Whether you're heading to the beach, the backyard pool or a splash pad, this episode will help you feel more confident and prepared. Key Moments: Alarming Reality of Drowning for Young Kids – 1:03 What It Means to Be a Water Watcher – 2:20 How to Recognize Drowning – 3:46 'Dry Drowning?' Setting the Record Straight – 4:45 Swim Lesson Options – 8:30 Layers of Protection – 10:50 Are Puddle Jumpers Safe? - 12:08 CPR Training for Parents – 13:15 Everyday Drowning Risks – 14:30 Read more from Dr. Sandoz on our blog: Learn more about Dr. Sandoz: Download a Water Watcher tag: Learn more about the National Drowning Prevention Alliance:

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Water Safety Advice from a Pediatrician is an episode from ParentingU by Micah Caswell.

This episode is 18:31 long.

This episode was published on Jun 19, 2025.

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