6 Hinweise für Schwimmer-Eltern, warum ihre Kinder aufgeben
Die Amerikanerin Elizabeth Wickham ist eine richtige “Schwimmer-Mutter”: 14 Jahre lang hat sie als Freiwillige im Schwimmverein ihrer Kinder mitgeholfen,…
3 Gründe, wie Schwimmer-Eltern glücklich und positiv sein können
Der englische Originalartikel ist von: Elizabeth Wickham In einem Büchlein, voll mit guten Ratschlägen, mit dem Titel “11 Habits of…
9 Basics to Great Swim Parenting
Looking at the big picture of swim parenting—or being involved in any sport—is to allow our kids to experience and learn life lessons with supervision in a structured environment.
Elf Hinweise darauf, dass ihr Helikopter Schwimmer-Eltern seid
Der englischsprachige Originalartikel stammt von Elizabeth Wickham Elizabeth glaubt als Swim-Mom, dass es nicht nur unterschiedliche Entwicklungsstufen bei den Kindern gibt…
Northview Vikings Swim Team Needs Parkas
The students fundraised for parkas themselves, but they’ve fallen short of their fundraising goal. Most likely, their families and friends don’t have the ability to support them in this effort.
Swim Mom: 9 Easy Ideas for Concession Snacks at Swim Meets
Here are 9 easy ideas for concession snacks at swim meets. Some are ordinary, but good and healthy, while a few are more unusual.
10 Minutes a Day for Happier Parents and Swimmers
I discovered a simple exercise that can help us—and our kids—with our mental well-being and happiness.
Ask Swim Mom: What Do I Say When My Child Misses Their Cut?
I found through the years that when my kids tried too hard, they would miss their cuts by fractions of seconds. One of our favorite coaches told me that our kids had to be having fun to swim fast.
3 Pros and Cons of Small and Large Teams
Teams come in all sizes and types from small club teams under 200 swimmers to nationally recognized teams with 1,000 swimmers. What’s right for your family?
8 Reasons Why Swimming Makes You a Better Parent
As supportive swim parents, we rearrange calendars and vacations to accommodate the swim schedule. What do we get in return? Here are eight reasons why swimming makes you a better parent.
10 Ways to Be the Worst Swim Parent Ever
I have experience at making mistakes as a swim parent. Fifteen years of it. I put together this list of things parents do that drive our kids and coaches crazy—with help from my daughter.
Four Things That Make a Swim Team Great
Here are four things that make a swim team great. What other elements are important when choosing a team?
Less Is More in Swim Parenting
Your kids will be happy, well-adjusted, self-sufficient and swim about the same or better than if you are overly involved.
Ask Swim Mom: What Should I Say After Races?
My 13-year-old daughter doesn’t always respond well or appreciate what I say to her after she races. Do you have any suggestions about offering praise or making comments about swims?
10 Things Parents Can and Cannot Control
At some point, we need to step back a bit and let our kids take control of their lives, while hovering a few feet away, hoping it all works out.
