7) WHEN TO LET GO?
I didn’t, he kicked me away. I noticed that happened when he can balance well with the armbands. Let him enjoy his new found freedom, just keep a watchful eye and don’t be too eager to help. A few gulps of water will do no harm.

OTHER ACTIVITIES
Once he could stand but can’t walk yet (about 8mths+) he enjoyed ‘walking’ about the baby pool on his own. (Note: Spend more time in big pool) We also introduced jumping n plunging in from sides, climbing out and sliding in on his own, lying on back to watch birds etc (He doesn’t like this position).

He’s just turned 1yr this week and can swim more than width of the pool by himself - about 20 metres. I usually take him about 3 times a week.

Cheers, Lai Yin