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Schlori Swim Cushions Review

Innovative, German-made toxin-free floaties that make learning to swim easier and more fun
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Schlori Swim Cushions Review (Schlori Swim Cushions)
Schlori Swim Cushions
Credit: Schlori
Price:  $28 List
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Manufacturer:   Schlori
Juliet Spurrier, MD
By Juliet Spurrier, MD ⋅ Mom-in-Chief  ⋅  May 12, 2013

Our Analysis

Schlori Swim Cushions, imported from Germany, are a one-size-fits-all pair of swimming floaties. Made of durable 100% machine-washable cotton that is impervious to salt, chlorinated, and thermal water, these swim cushions can't leak because they don't have any valves or plugs to leak from. It does, however, take some practice to learn how to inflate the floaties, but it's well worth it.

What makes Schlori Swim Cushions so special is that they allow children to swim in a natural position; the freedom of movement makes swimming a lot more fun for them, too! They deflate into the size of a napkin, so they're easy to travel with. Designed 50 years ago by a champion swim instructor and lifeguard, the Schlori Swim Cushions are recommended by the very best swimming pools in Germany.

We think these floaties will make teaching baby to swim a lot easier for both of you!

Likes


  • Not made of plastic or vinyl
  • Great tool for teaching baby to swim
  • Allows arms to be free in the water

Dislikes


  • Takes a little time to learn how to inflate the floaties

Take a look at this video and notice how easily the children can move their arms in a more natural, unencumbered, swimming motion:


Here is an instructional video on how to inflate the swim cushions:


Meet Your Guide

Juliet Spurrier, MD
Juliet Spurrier, MD
Mom-in-Chief
Dr. Juliet Baciocco Spurrier is a board-certified pediatrician, Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), mother of two, and founder of the Baby section of GearLab. Juliet earned her Bachelor of Arts degrees in Anthropology and Italian Literature from the University of California at Berkeley and her Medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington DC. She completed her pediatric residency at the Doernbecher Children's Hospital at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, OR, and subsequently practiced pediatrics in both the Pacific Northwest and... read more