Welcome

Welcome to "How to Train Your Mermaid: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Swim Lessons at Home" — the podcast made especially for new parents who want to build water confidence and safety from the very beginning… starting in infancy! If you're holding a brand-new baby and wondering "When can we start?" — the answer might surprise (and delight) you. You don’t need fancy gear or a big pool. All you need is your arms, a little water, and the right guidance — and that's exactly what we're here to give you. Your guide on this journey is the extraordinary Dr. T — a former D1 swimmer, a professional educator, a child psychologist, and a swim instructor with over 30 years of experience teaching babies and young children how to love the water and thrive in it. Each episode is filled with gentle, age-appropriate swim strategies, rooted in child development and backed by decades of hands-on experience. From that very first splash, you’ll learn how to nurture your baby’s comfort, trust, and joy in the water — step by step. So whether you're cradling a newborn or just filling up the tub, get ready to begin a beautiful aquatic journey together. Welcome to "How to Train Your Mermaid" — let’s dive in! Read less