With so many life jacket options available, it can be hard to know where to start. Wirecutter recently tested and reviewed a variety of kids’ life jackets, highlighting what to look for in a properly fitting, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket for different ages and water activities while also considering comfort. Their recommendations reinforce an important water safety message: a properly fitted life jacket is an essential layer of protection whenever children are boating or enjoying open water, even for kids who know how to swim.
It’s also important to remember that life jackets are not designed to teach children how to swim. As noted in the article, be sure to check the label to understand the intended use of each product. Learning to swim and developing water competency remain essential for helping keep children safer in and around the water.
Read the full Wirecutter article here: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-kids-life-jackets/
