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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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  • Asparagus said:
    realise I’m depriving my toddlers of essential skills and experience

    I don't think the pool is essential. It certainly is a nice thing of you like it (I'm not a fan). Any event that has lots of parent with child interaction would be a good substifute I suspect.

    Could you take them to the beach for a longer break? If it is an hours drive to the pool then is it much more if you decide to do a seaside visit for a much more involved day out?

    Can your partner do weekends / days off with you by the beach? That would be a great way to get them involved in this aspect of your kids lives.

    Do you have a garden? Maybe a paddling pool is a good option to get them familiar with the water without all the chlorine.

    It sounds like you are doing a lot for your kids already so be kind to yourself.

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  • Asparagus said:
    realise I’m depriving my toddlers of essential skills and experience

    I don't think the pool is essential. It certainly is a nice thing of you like it (I'm not a fan). Any event that has lots of parent with child interaction would be a good substifute I suspect.

    Could you take them to the beach for a longer break? If it is an hours drive to the pool then is it much more if you decide to do a seaside visit for a much more involved day out?

    Can your partner do weekends / days off with you by the beach? That would be a great way to get them involved in this aspect of your kids lives.

    Do you have a garden? Maybe a paddling pool is a good option to get them familiar with the water without all the chlorine.

    It sounds like you are doing a lot for your kids already so be kind to yourself.

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