Junior Swimwear

Choose Practicality Over Fashion

While many of the junior swimsuit styles out there are a lot of fun, remember that most kids don't care what they look like. All they're interested in is having fun at the pool or beach, and fussy, fiddly swimsuits will just get in their way. Search for styles that are easy to wear, and, just as important, easy to get in and out of on those beachside bathroom trips!

Think About Sun Protection

Protecting your children from the sun's harmful rays should be your number one priority when choosing junior swimwear. Skimpy children's styles generally offer poor protection from the sun. One pieces are usually a better idea than bikinis for little girls, no matter how much they want to look like mommy. It's a good idea to invest in a nice swimsuit coverup, or even a T-shirt that you don't mind getting wet to make sure your child's delicate skin stays safe. Companies such as Solartex actually manufacture junior swimwear with sun protection built in, and could be worth taking a look at if you're worried about your child's skin.

Buy a Hat

When you're searching for junior swimwear, a good sun hat is just as important as a swimsuit. Although smaller children in particular may resist the idea of wearing a sun hat, it's important to make sure that children's heads are covered at all times in the sun. Sunglasses with UV protection should also be on your shopping list.

Have fun!

Summer is an exciting time for kids, so choose junior swimwear that's fun to wear, going for bold colors and designs.

Swimwear for Babies

Most parents know how much fun even small babies can have in the water, and health professionals agree that a trip to the pool can be a great way to help your baby be active, have fun, and get a head start on swimming lessons.

However, taking a baby swimming comes with its own set of problems, and many parents worry about the possibility of baby having an "accident" in the water. With swim diapers now readily available, those worries are a thing of the past, and you can take even the most unpredictable of babies into the water without fear. Swim diapers are generally made from machine washable polyurethane, and available from most supermarkets, although the disposable style is far more convenient.

Swimwear Styles for Children

You'll find every kind of swimsuit style imaginable in children's styles, from bikinis and tankini swimsuits to one pieces, swim shorts and swim trunks. In fact, there are so many styles to choose from that it should be possible to please even the fussiest of children.

If your child's desperate to look grown up in a bikini, but you'd rather she wore a one piece swimsuit, try dressing it up with a pretty swim skirt or one of the many swimsuit cover-ups on offer. You'll have her playing dress-up in no time!

Where to Buy

With so many children's clothing retailers around, you shouldn't struggle to find junior swimsuits in any style that catches your fancy. Here are some of our favourites:

• Hannah Anderson
• Tutti Bella
• Infashionkids.com
• Coolibar.com
• Babyulimate.com