👶 Stearns Original Puddle Jumper: Essential Life Jacket for Kids, Ultimate Safety Vest for Children Review

I noticed that a lot of my stitching was unraveling and this product looked cheap. When I first started making sure I was buying the right brand, I couldn't see where the Stearns brand name was on my puddle sweater or packaging. I double checked my order to make sure I didn't make a mistake and bought the wrong item. The product description definitely says Stearns. Looking through the reviews I saw several people saying the same thing happened to me. Be sure to check what you're getting. I…

My 2 year old loves to kick in it and be independent. And he kicks so hard with his little legs that he burns a lot of energy, which I appreciate. It's MUCH more fun with it on than without it, especially when I'm holding it. As a former lifeguard, however, I see this with mixed feelings. I truly believe that swimmers give both parents and children a false sense of security in the water. So when you use them, keep an eye on the kid for a second. Not alone. And make sure your child doesn't have…

I liked it at first until I found out about the danger and experienced it myself. This device puts the baby in an upright position where they cannot swim and teaches toddlers not to drown. When they jump, they immediately pop out effortlessly. If you are never distracted, constantly watching your child in the water and there is no chance of them getting out, the risk is a little lower. However, note that with swimming, it may take more than 3-4 weeks of daily practice to reverse the learned…

Too good to be true. I recently borrowed two different sweaters while playing in two different pools with my 22 month old daughter. Both puddle sweaters were the exact same color/style. I already ordered this blue starfish from Amazon for about $9 but it hasn't arrived yet so I happily borrowed it from my friends. Both Puddle Jumpers I borrowed were quite difficult to use. My 26-pound daughter's arms fit right through the armholes (note: she's not technically the recommended weight, so you'd…