Sensory Swimming.

Today we got to experience sensory swimming at a purpose built pool in Derby. It’s the first time we had ever been and I was seriously impressed. It was a wonderful experience. It was put on by a local group:

Tegan's Butterflies In Paradise | Parents Supporting Each Other (tegansbutterflies.org)

And was based at:

Aquathlete Ltd | Facebook

They have a Facebook page but no website I’m afraid. We went in the hydro pool which had an underwater treadmill, hydro jets, a wave machine and sensory lights. And we had the best time! It was a lovely temperature and we were the only family in the pool for our session. We will 100% attend again if the opportunity arises. And if you are close to Derby, it really is worth checking in as it was so fun. I have spoken before about the benefits of hydrotherapy. And for my Charlie it really does have it’s benefits.

We’re at the end of week 2 of the 6 week summer holidays. And so far haven’t done a lot. This time of year is terrible, everywhere is so busy, and days are really long with very little structure. However, there is some joy. My friend is coming to stay with us for the remainder of the summer, this means I will have an additional pair of hands to help, and some adult company. That will be bliss. It is really great to share the responsibility at times with another adult. We also hope to make swimming a twice weekly experience!

Enjoy the summer as much as you can.

Georgina x

It's hot tub weekend

This weekend we have hired a hot tub. Charlie loves the hot tub and the bubbles, he loves being in water full stop however, hates the thought of a bath. Which is strange. Dislikes getting in the bath but once he is in there, absolutely loves it! And will happily stay in for a few hours if I let him. In water, Charlie loves being under the water so I have to make a conscious effort to always remember goggles or there is trouble brewing. Goggles always make our trips so much better when we go swimming. And of course in the bath.

The hot tub is massive, fits 8-10 people, so even with just the 3 of us in it there is so much room!! It really does feel like a private swimming pool, Charlie can even do a few strokes across it. The benefits of hydrotherapy on a child with sensory issues are amazing which is why a hot tub does well in our household. I have included a link below.

Benefits of hydrotherapy for children with complex needs – Which School? for Special Needs (specialneedsguide.co.uk)

Unfortunately I don’t have the funds to run a hot tub all year round, along with the garden space and water and maintenance it would take for the upkeep. It is a shame, and hopefully one day we will be in a position to make this a reality because I know Charlie would massively benefit from it.

I booked this hot tub in June and then saved towards it until we received it, I knew it was coming and booked so I made sure we had the funds available. It comes with many extras, like disco lights which are very sensory friendly, and a bluetooth speaker so we can listen to our favourite songs. The guys are always on hand to help support, I even got a text message last night reminding me to put the cover on because it was freezing last night!!

Family fund also offer money towards hot tubs as part of their offer, this goes to show the benefits of having a hot tub. I have posted a link below.

Download.ashx (familyfund.org.uk)

We have the hot tub until Monday, but will probably drain it Sunday night. I can’t imagine we will use it on the Monday!!

Off to have some hot tub fun

Georgina x