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Straw poll - toddler and swimming pool?

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SendintheArdwolves · 06/03/2018 18:28

Next summer, we're planning a big group holiday (four couples, few singletons, etc) One of the party is a child who will be about 2 and a half. Most of the party want to book a place with an outdoor pool. Is this a) fine since the child will be supervised or b) a bit risky in case DC wanders off for a second and falls in?

OP posts:
PragmaticWench · 06/03/2018 18:29

Fine if the pool is gated, otherwise I personally wouldn't risk it.

Theresasmayshoes11 · 06/03/2018 18:29

Surely that’s the parents look out and decision op not yours.

WinkyisbackontheButterBeer · 06/03/2018 18:30

Fine. Child needs supervision obviously but it would b a shame not to have a pool

thirstyformore · 06/03/2018 18:30

I probably would be nervous with a 2 year old around water. Too much to constantly supervise if the pool is always accessible. And if it is part of s larger group holiday I'd be worried that other adults/children wouldn't be as vigilant as me in keeping doors closed etc.

thirstyformore · 06/03/2018 18:31

She might be the parent!

bridgetreilly · 06/03/2018 18:31

Fine.

averylongtimeago · 06/03/2018 18:31

As long as you book a place with a fully fenced pool.

Theresasmayshoes11 · 06/03/2018 18:31

Can I add I think the mix is troublesome. Toddlers are generally a pain up the arse and why would Singletons and child free couples want to sacrifice a pool for the child.

I wouldn’t to be honest and I had 5 kids.

Crispyturtle · 06/03/2018 18:31

I wouldn’t stay anywhere with a pool if it wasn’t secured. It only takes a minutes inattention, mum thinks dads got the toddler, dad thinks mums got them.... not worth the risk for me personally.

Madcatter · 06/03/2018 18:32

I'd say it's the parents' call. They're the ones who'll be responsible for supervising even if the non parents say they will.

IHaveBrilloHair · 06/03/2018 18:32

Fine but Dc will need to be supervised at all times.

WipsGlitter · 06/03/2018 18:32

Gated pool with alarm.

But yes make sure everyone is happy with the plans.

Glumglowworm · 06/03/2018 18:38

For the safety of the child, only if the pool is securely gated and you trust the other adults to keep the gate shut.

But it sounds like a terrible idea tbh. Single adults, couples and one small child will all have vastly different holiday expectations.

Partypopper123 · 06/03/2018 18:39

Tricky - parents will need to supervise the child. Would be better if pools was gated.
Why would singletons want to go away with a 2/12 year old ?? I would worry its going to be incompatible.

halfwitpicker · 06/03/2018 18:39

Risky.

I wouldn't do it.

halfwitpicker · 06/03/2018 18:40

As a pp said, bad combination - singletons and toddlers.

Justmuddlingalong · 06/03/2018 18:42

I think the couples and singles have every right to want somewhere with a pool. The couple with the toddler will either have to accept that and realise that the child's safety around the pool is their responsibility, or sit this holiday out.

missiondecision · 06/03/2018 18:42

Yabu to expect anyone but the parents to be responsible for a 2 year old unless prearranged.

Amanduh · 06/03/2018 18:43

Fine. Who doesn’t watch their 2yo toddler on holiday?! Not like they’re likely to be off playing alone with friends a few yards away and wander off. Gates for extra reassurance

maddiemookins16mum · 06/03/2018 18:44

Are you talking about a villa sort of holiday?
Personally I'd want a pool and wouldn't be impressed if one party (with the child) was sort of dictating the rules etc of where was booked. You can almost guarantee they'll be deciding all sorts of other things too because of little johnny too.

Hoviscats · 06/03/2018 18:44

We have been on holidays with pools since DC were babies and imo it isn't an issue as long as the adults know to be vigilant. That being said it has only been with gps/friends with similar age children that we have been with so everyone is very aware of need for supervision.

when around the pool I always made my toddlers wear the life jacket style vests which at least meant falling in was less hazardous for those few seconds. They never actually have fallen in though to be fair!

maddiemookins16mum · 06/03/2018 18:48

You can also get pool alarms (I think they are wristbands) for small children to wear too.

Theresasmayshoes11 · 06/03/2018 18:48

I think it’s not fine. You see as good as any person is with kids you know yourself you need eyes everywhere with toddlers and if you have a toddler you second nature shut doors etc. You are in the groove at that time.

Singletons and child free couples arnt. As I said upthread we had 5 kids and now have a toddler granddaughter and you do forget how quick and how inquisitive they are.

People with these offending articles need to holiday as a family or with other parents with toddlers.

I predict the holiday will end in tears sorry op

Mumsnut · 06/03/2018 18:49

I think holiday villa pools in france are all fenced by law

livingthegoodlife · 06/03/2018 18:49

depend on the layout of the accommodation. i wouldn't be keen.

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