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get outside and bring stearns puddle jumpers with you :: review and giveaway

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The combination of open water and kids gives me the hives. Not really, but kind of. I did not grow up a strong swimmer.  Water has always kind of freaked me out a little bit.  Here is the kicker though, our family LOVES the beach, we love the pool…we love everything water!  So staying away from water, even though it terrifies me, is a non-negotiable.  Taking all that in to account, I have done as many preventative measures as possible when it comes to water safety and my girls.  For starters, we have enrolled our kids in swim lessons very early.  They have always been comfortable and not afraid of the water.  Good, and bad.  While the fear isn’t very great of water, they don’t realize the capacity to which it could harm them.  Being the mom that I am, I share my concerns BUT love to put matters in their hands {a little}.  That’s the point of this post today.

Stearns Puddle Jumpers.  Have you heard of them?  How about this….

Stearns Puddle Jumpers

Now do you recognize them?  Long before I was approached to tell you all about Stearns Puddle Jumpers, I was a firm believer.  I have purchased a couple of these in the past and will always have 2-3 on hand.  I have NOT found a better “swimmie”, “flotation device”, “life jacket”….whatever you want to call it, on the market.  Here is why I think the Stearns is so special {and superior!} ::

  • easy, secure fit
  • holds the head above water
  • easy on, easy off
  • give the child reassurance in the water, but still protecting them
  • allows the child to swim on their own, while still
  • The device is US Coast Guard-approved
  • It fits a large range, giving the child ample time to learn to swim on their own.  Ranges from 30-50 lbs.

stearns puddle jumpers bothHonestly, if your family is like mine and loves to be outside, you need to have one of these for each of your children that can’t swim.  It give you a sense of security like no other! And major bonus…your kids will love it more too!

stearns puddle jumpers :: you can pick these up at Target and Walmart!

A SIMPLE GIVEAWAY!
TWO SIMPLE readers will win a Puddle Jumper life jacket for your little ones!  I jumped up and down when I heard this.  Not one, but TWO of you will be blessed with the best devise, in my opinion of course. 🙂 {*Winner should allow 6 – 8 weeks for delivery after contest has ended.*} Here is how to enter ::

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*This post is part of a sponsorship on BabyCenter. I received a free sample of the product for the purpose of this review.*

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the fashionista :: shannon is a wordy, type-A OCD momma to FOUR little ladies and wife to her perfect match of 14 years now. she will run for fun, emotional stability, drinks and more importantly {chocolate}. shoes, bags, baubles and cute babies are her vice. she loves anything fashion and is loving every second of having 4 little fashionistas in training! {life motto :: Phil 4:13} Find more of Shannon on her blog, twitter, pinterest, facebook, instagram and Google+.

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  • Hailie J
    June 6, 2013 at 11:16 pm

    I bet my little one would feel so much safer and confident!

  • Michelle Tucker
    June 6, 2013 at 8:47 pm

    I like that it gives a child more support in the water.

  • Teresa Thompson
    June 6, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    •easy on, easy off

  • Jessica
    June 6, 2013 at 12:54 am

    I love that it allows the child to swim with their head above the water

  • Hana K
    June 6, 2013 at 12:36 am

    This would be perfect for our trip to Mexico soon for my toddler! I like that they can hold their head above water better.

  • coley r
    June 5, 2013 at 9:04 pm

    i love that it is on arms and chest.. the one we have is only chest and kind of tips my lo forward 🙁

  • christine jessamine
    June 5, 2013 at 7:40 pm

    I love that this stays on them and wont float off

  • Sarah
    June 5, 2013 at 12:06 pm

    I love how it gives them the freedom to easily move in the water, great for confidence!

  • Anne N.
    June 4, 2013 at 6:40 pm

    I like how secure they are plus easy to put on.

  • Teresa S
    June 4, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    Much safer than just the arm floaties or an inner tube type of float!

  • Georgia Beckman
    June 4, 2013 at 5:05 am

    I love that it’s COAST GUARD approved, that makes me feel very comfortable with the product. I also like that it can be worn by a child up to 50lbs.

  • Jessica G
    June 4, 2013 at 1:07 am

    I like that it holds the head above water but still lets them swim. These seem secure and easy for kids to wear.

  • Angie B.
    June 3, 2013 at 8:43 pm

    It gives me piece of mind that it’s US Coast Guard approved

  • Whitney @RambleSAHM
    June 2, 2013 at 5:22 pm

    I would love to try this with my 4 year old it looks less constricting than his normal life jacket!

  • michelle koerner
    June 2, 2013 at 10:22 am

    I love love love the cute designs. Having all girls, they are always hesitant to use life jackets because the completely cover up their “beautiful baby suits”.

  • Jacqui Odell
    June 1, 2013 at 9:23 pm

    I like that they can still “swim” and practice it while wearing it.

  • Amanda Alvarado
    June 1, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    I find it intriguing that there is a floatation device across the chest as well as on the arms!

    • Amanda Alvarado
      June 1, 2013 at 2:22 pm

      Pinterest: Amanda Alvarado (dolphin4176)

  • april
    June 1, 2013 at 11:13 am

    I love that it holds their heads above water. It’s safer that way and helps them gain confidence while learning to swim because they aren’t nervous.

  • Patricia Wojnar Crowley
    June 1, 2013 at 10:13 am

    I like that it’s easy to get on and off!

  • Leann L
    June 1, 2013 at 12:25 am

    I like that the device is US Coast Guard-approved.

  • Becky
    May 31, 2013 at 9:45 pm

    these looks so much better than the blow-up arm rings

  • Dawn Monroe
    May 31, 2013 at 4:56 pm

    I saw these last year and had to have it. Its just the effectiveness of it. Its so much safer then rings or floats and there cute.

  • Anne Perry
    May 31, 2013 at 1:50 pm

    I love the arm flotations

  • Lagean (Gena)
    May 31, 2013 at 12:10 am

    It looks simple and fun for kids. When my Son was little, all that was available were the arm floats to help teach them to swim or a lifejacket, most having that head float device that actually pushes the head into the water. This would be great for my great nieces and great nephew. Looks safer.
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  • Jessica
    May 30, 2013 at 11:33 pm

    I like that it keeps the child’s head above water. Some life jackets are not great for that.

  • amy rouse
    May 30, 2013 at 10:09 pm

    It fits a large range from 30 to 50 lbs

  • Emi
    May 30, 2013 at 7:01 pm

    I like that it holds the child’s head above the water and that it is Coast Guard approved. I did not realize about these features and I have seen these in the store.

  • samantha s
    May 30, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    Easy on and off is a plus in my book.

  • Darlene Jones-Nelson
    May 30, 2013 at 12:04 pm

    I love that It fits a large range, giving the child ample time to learn to swim on their own.

  • latanya
    May 30, 2013 at 8:46 am

    I like the cute designs on them

  • Joana A
    May 30, 2013 at 4:36 am

    I love that they are not just for the arms

  • Sindy Murray
    May 29, 2013 at 10:59 pm

    I like that is easy off and on and US coast guard approve!

  • Danielle Royalegacy
    May 29, 2013 at 9:09 pm

    I like how it is US Coast Guard approved.

  • Patricia
    May 29, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    I really like this. The design is great.

  • Mayla M
    May 29, 2013 at 4:43 pm

    In the past my middle son hasn’t liked the water. Just recently has shown some interest in swimming. I like that this could give him some extra confidence while he build the necessary skills.

  • Breanne
    May 29, 2013 at 4:37 pm

    I like that it holds the head above water

  • Beth
    May 29, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    So easy to put on the kids and cute designs.

  • Jessica S
    May 29, 2013 at 1:07 pm

    My pinterest name is Jessica S

  • Jessica S
    May 29, 2013 at 1:06 pm

    I like the style of these, I think my two year old would love one of these when we are swimming!

  • Julia
    May 29, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    I like that it is US coast guard approved.

  • Leah Baird
    May 29, 2013 at 11:01 am

    the cute designs, love the ladybug.

  • Jaimie Adams
    May 29, 2013 at 10:39 am

    I love that it goes across the chest to keep the baby/child upright.

  • Jaymee Houser
    May 29, 2013 at 10:16 am

    I like the chest support as well

  • Masooma F
    May 29, 2013 at 10:02 am

    I really like the sturdy design as well as the fact that it keeps the child’s head above water while still allowing them to swim freely!

  • Melissa Roach
    May 29, 2013 at 9:59 am

    My girls and I are always at the pool during the summer, and these would literally be life savers for every trip.

  • Laurie Walters
    May 24, 2013 at 8:30 pm

    What a great design!

  • Colleen Maurina
    May 24, 2013 at 8:21 pm

    This looks so much better than water wings! I like the fact that it keeps the child’s head above water.

  • caryn s
    May 24, 2013 at 4:47 pm

    my pinterest account is caryn salageanu

  • caryn s
    May 24, 2013 at 4:45 pm

    I like that it holds the kids above the water but allows them to swim on their own!

  • Anastasia @ eco-babyz
    May 24, 2013 at 4:24 pm

    Looks like it would be great for actually staying on the child! 🙂

  • Jen H
    May 24, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    they look so sturdy! we do our swimming in a creek so floaties are always popping on rocks and sticks and such, this would be so much better!!!

  • Cassandra Eastman
    May 24, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    I love that it buckles around there chest so it doesnt ride up like most life jackets and keeps them from flipping forward!

  • Adrianne B
    May 24, 2013 at 3:36 pm

    The thing I like best is the peace of mind you get from knowing that the floaties stay on!

  • D SCHMIDT
    May 24, 2013 at 12:56 pm

    I find it interesting it is so easy to get on and off and I wonder if my son could swim init.

  • amy pugmire
    May 24, 2013 at 12:46 pm

    i love that it holds the head above water. I have a son with a heavy head so this would be perfect for him.

  • Elizabeth P.
    May 24, 2013 at 11:52 am

    I like that these are easy to put on and use!

  • Janet W.
    May 24, 2013 at 11:34 am

    I’d love to see how it holds the head above water and see how my grandson does wearing it!

  • Renee F.
    May 24, 2013 at 11:11 am

    I love these as last year we saw tons of them at the beach ! The thing i like most is it still allows for a child to swim and keeps the head above water !

  • Jennifer
    May 24, 2013 at 10:55 am

    This would be perfect for my son, who is not old enough to swim safely, but old enough to want to do things on his own!

  • Lori B
    May 24, 2013 at 10:46 am

    These look SO much more sturdy than the old blow up ones. We bought a house with a pool last fall and this will be our first summer with one. Although it’s fenced and alarmed AND we have my 2 year old in swim lessons, I want something JUST like this to help add yet one more layer of protection for him. The statistics about kids who drown in backyard pools is frightening! And we all need to do EVERYTHING we can do to protect our munchkins.

  • Krystal
    May 24, 2013 at 10:38 am

    i like that there are flotation devices on both the arms and the chest.