Swim Mom Musings: What Makes a College Swimmer Special
Here are some things to consider as your athlete navigates the decision whether they should pursue college swimming or not.
5 Surefire Ways to Annoy Your Kid’s Coach
We did a lot of things that I know annoyed our children’s swim coaches. Here are some of the things we did and we’ve seen other parents do that annoy coaches.
SwimMom Musings: Best Holiday Gifts
If you are like me your swimmer has suits, t-shirts and gear to last for years. So what do you get your swimmer this season.
Swim Mom: How Swimming Prepares Kids for the Real World
Swimming brings depth and character to our kids to help them along their lifelong journey. Here are seven ways that swimming prepares our children for life.
Swim Mom Musings: Coaches Matter
Coaches who inspire are important all the way through a swimming career – and are especially critical in college at every level.
Ask Swim Mom: Should My Son Skip High School Swimming?
We are feeling torn for our son who is 16, on if he should compete for his high school or if he should skip high school swimming to train with his club team.
SwimMom Musings: Motivation Gets You Started. Heart Keeps You Going
As a swim mom for 16 years, parents of younger swimmers sometimes ask me what is the secret to keeping your child engaged in the sport.
What’s Not to Like About Relays?
One of the most exciting moments in swim meets is watching your child compete on a relay. Unfortunately, there can be some negatives
Ask Swim Mom: Should Kids Miss School For Meets?
Do you know why teams, coaches and parents schedule swim meets on school days, with the expectation the kids should skip school and show up
Ask Swim Mom: Should My Child Swim Doubles?
I would follow your coach’s lead and let your daughter enjoy her sleep. There is plenty of time for her to begin morning practices as she gets older.
Swim Mom Musings: Why D3 Swimming Deserves Great Recognition
With solid academics you just might find that D3 schools have great academic money and a balanced college life every athlete deserves.
What I Miss Most About Being a Swim Family
I miss the little daily things about being an age-group swim mom. Here are six things I miss most about being a swim mom.
Swim Mom: Embrace the Community
Here are five reasons why it is important look beyond our own kids and self-interest and embrace our swimming community.
Ask Swim Mom: Should I Help My Child Set Goals?
My child doesn’t seem that interested in setting goals for swimming. Is it being too overbearing to sit down with her and help her form her goals?
5 Things to Know Before Kids Go to College
Here are five things I learned at college orientation with my daughter that I found worthwhile that may be helpful whether or not your kids swim in college.
