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Swimming

Asparagus

I love swimming, especially on a sandy beach, but when it comes to taking my toddlers swimming at the local pool, I really hate it. We get a half hour slot, and then there’s the changing room and swimming nappies and it’s such a short time (one hour door to door) to complain about, but I really don’t like it. 

does anyone else feel this way? 

I’ve only just realised this might be an autistic thing - dealing with transitions and uncomfortable places (local pool is very different to a sandy beach!). But realise I’m depriving my toddlers of essential skills and experiences. My partner can’t take this over due to work. 

can anyone relate?

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  • I used to be OK-ish with swimming in the local pool when I was a kid, but the mere thought of it now gives me the willies. I think it was more of a novelty when I was younger (an upside of ADHD), but now that the novelty has worn off it's just sensory hell (a downside of Autism). It's the changing room as much as the pool that freaks me out, maybe even more so.

    I applaud you bringing along your toddlers, giving them a great experience and taking one for the team. How about doing more of the togging in/out when you're at home? Arrive at the pool ready to jump in (almost). Then, after your swim, wrap your toddlers in bath robes, plonk them in their car seats and sort out all the changing when you get back to your house. They'd probably think it's great fun.

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  • I used to be OK-ish with swimming in the local pool when I was a kid, but the mere thought of it now gives me the willies. I think it was more of a novelty when I was younger (an upside of ADHD), but now that the novelty has worn off it's just sensory hell (a downside of Autism). It's the changing room as much as the pool that freaks me out, maybe even more so.

    I applaud you bringing along your toddlers, giving them a great experience and taking one for the team. How about doing more of the togging in/out when you're at home? Arrive at the pool ready to jump in (almost). Then, after your swim, wrap your toddlers in bath robes, plonk them in their car seats and sort out all the changing when you get back to your house. They'd probably think it's great fun.

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