the sleeves in its child safety plugin which has always been used for prevent the sinking of the child. We also know the famous floats that have been pioneers in safeguarding a child's fun on the water. They are ideal for playing in summer pools, indoor pools and even in the sea.
Sleeves, floats and vests They are the gadgets that create that security that all children need so that they can enjoy themselves in the water. Although there are many defenders of not using them, care must always be taken that their use is correct and do not lead to an accident.
Sleeves, when can they be a problem?
The sleeves are accessories that are placed in the arms of children that they don't know how to swim so that you can solve the security that they do not sink in the water. But are they really that safe?
There has always been speculation about its safety, giving it a negative point and not recommending it under any circumstances. Although for decades it has been used for its benefit. not recommended because They do not offer maximum confidence. since children cannot be autonomous under sleeves if they are not totally supervised by one of their parents.
They can be used and in fact they are sold, but you should not take your eyes off the children when they are on the water. When it comes to cuffs that are filled with water, they can puncture or deflate and can cause the sinking of the child. In addition, the Spanish Association of Pediatrics insists that the cuffs offer a false sense of security, since they can easily slip or come out of the child's arms if they are not properly adjusted.
What kind of sleeves are recommended?
There are some sleeves on the market made with eva foam, A material that is weightless and does not absorb any water, experts believe it is much safer than inflatable sleeves.
These cuffs too offer great durability, because its material is preserved over the years. There are models that offer up to three discs to place on each arm, where they will have a thickness of 19 cm in diameter and 2 cm thick.
A 6-month-old baby who can already support his head can use these muffs perfectly. Only one of the discs will be placed thanks to an elastic band and As the baby grows, more discs are placed. The six placed discs (three on each arm) can support up to 60 kilograms.
colored float discs
As we have already mentioned, these sleeves are made of EVA foam and have revolutionized the way of using the type of floats. They are created with three colors and are attached to each other with buttons.They are also added or removed depending on the weight capacity of the child or baby.
As the child grows, an additional disc is placed on him, adjusting his weight to what he needs and giving him the ability to have autonomy in the water. In this way, the child can become familiar with the water and lose his fear. They can be used from 6 months to 10 years of age. Cuffs can be used throughout the child's childhood, from 5 months to 10 years of age, since its design adapts to all ages.