The Swim Lesson Every Parent Needs to Hear | #91

Could your child get themselves out of a pool if they accidentally fell in?Logan sits down with Abigayle Bundze of Schieber Swim School 2.0 and the Schieber Swim Foundation to discuss one of the most important life skills a child can learn: water safety.Abbi explains why traditional swim lessons aren't always enough, the difference between learning to swim and learning to survive, and why every child should know how to roll onto their back, float, get to the wall, and climb out safely.They discuss: Why drowning is often silent and happens faster than people realize  The difference between self-rescue swim lessons and traditional lessons  Why flotation devices can create a false sense of security  The biggest mistakes parents make around pools  Teaching babies as young as four months old  Building confidence after a near-drowning experience  Why every child should know how to safely exit a pool  The mission behind the Schieber Swim Foundation If you're a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, this conversation could change the way you think about water safety. Stay Connected with Us!Please like, share, and subscribe to the #TalkMidland Podcast to stay updated on future episodes and help spread the word about the amazing people and programs in Midland, Michigan.Follow #TalkMidland on social media for the latest updates and episodes:@TALKMIDLANDJoin the conversation and be part of the Midland, Michigan community!#TalkMidland Chapter Notes00:00 – Drowning Happens Faster Than You Think Why water safety is so important03:10 – Meet Abbi Bundze & Schieber Swim School The mission behind self-rescue swim lessons07:30 – Learning to Swim vs. Learning to Survive The difference every parent should know13:00 – The Biggest Pool Safety Mistakes False confidence and flotation devices18:45 – Can Babies Really Learn Self-Rescue? Starting lessons as young as four months25:10 – Helping Kids Overcome Water Fear Building confidence after a scary experience32:20 – Why Floating Comes Before Swimming The foundation of self-rescue39:30 – How Long Does It Take to Learn? What parents can realistically expect46:00 – Group Lessons vs. One-on-One Lessons Finding the right approach53:10 – The Schieber Swim Foundation Making life-saving swim lessons accessible for everyoneKeywordsSchieber Swim School, Abigayle Bundze, Water safety, Swim lessons, Self-rescue swimming, Drowning prevention, Infant swim lessons, Midland Michigan, Child water safety, Pool safety, Swim school, Schieber Swim Foundation, Parenting, Talk Midland Podcast, Swimming for kids