Though we’re confined in our homes because of the enhanced community quarantine, moms and dads still prove that they’re aces when it comes to entertaining their kids. From DIY toys, opening a home quarantine store, planning movie nights, and more, parents will do anything to keep their kids happy (and preoccupied while the adults are working from home!).
One of their no-fail ways to keep the kids busy? Let them swim! We’re sure you’ve been feeling the heat — according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), temperatures and heat indices in Metro Manila will continue throughout May 2020 or before the start the rainy season — so letting the kids do water play can help cool them down. Not to mention, it's the perfect brain-boosting activity!
20 photos of kids beating the heat
Even if you can’t go to the beach or the pool, you’ll find that kids are content to splash around in a batya, timba, or inflatable pool inside their homes. Just look at these photos that our moms shared in our Smart Parenting Village!
Mom Clarice Jimeno Del Mundo shares that her 7-month-old son is always happy whenever he's inside the pool with his floater. So adorable!PHOTO BY courtesy of Clarice Jimeno Del MundoADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
No inflatable pool? No problem! Mom Blaiz Borja Bobier used an inflatable raft that her kids' lolo owned. "Tuwang-tuwa sila! Sarap ng tulog after lunch," she shares.PHOTO BY courtesy of Blaiz Borja Bobier
Swimming with social distancing — each kid gets their own batya! LOL!PHOTO BY courtesy of Cha NigosADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOWRecommended Videos
Of course, hindi papahuli si mommy and daddy. They can fit in the inflatable pool, too!PHOTO BY courtesy of Daisy Pasiolan
Make water play more interesting by adding toys! "Masaya naman silang dalawa. May mas malaki kaso nakakapagod mag-ayos at mag-ligpit," mom Siena Santos Maga-an shares. We totally feel you, mom!PHOTO BY courtesy of Siena Santos Maga-anADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
Palanggana for ate, and timba for baby. "Ate, pwede exchange?"PHOTO BY courtesy of Jess Villamor
Life with three boys is surely exciting. "Here's my awesome trio!" mom Jedd Agudo Requimin shares. "Super init dito sa amin. Kahit papano maenjoy nila ang summer."PHOTO BY courtesy of Jedd Agudo RequiminADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
"Batya pool!" says mom Nes Bautista. Looks like her kids are happy and satisfied!PHOTO BY courtesy of Nes Bautista
Baby is too young for the big pool, so she gets a tiny pool instead!PHOTO BY courtesy of Elle Devs
While mom is doing laundry, baby can splash around in a small basin!PHOTO BY courtesy of Rizza Malonzo TobilloADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
Yep, babies can still get bored while swimming, so these colorful balls provide additional entertainment!PHOTO BY courtesy of Joan Vytiaco-Perez
Hindi pa nga puno, excited na magbabad! Lol!PHOTO BY courtesy of Faye Jovellana-Quiñones
Mommy Mhae Gualter shares that her daughter is always excited for laundry day because it means she can swim! "Nauuna pa siya sa laundry area," Mhae says.PHOTO BY courtesy of Mhae GualterADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
Mom Rochille Gumapac Sumalinog chides, "Enjoy na enjoy si LO lalo na't nakalabas din daw siya sa wakas!"PHOTO BY courtesy of Rochille Gumapac Sumalinog
This little darling is ready to make a splash this summer! So cute!PHOTO BY courtesy of Mikki Lacorte
Inflatable pools aren't just for babies and toddlers. Even older kids never get tired of swimming!ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
Of course, baby can't swim alone. Mommy will always be there to look after her. (Kahit kamay lang ang kita, lol)PHOTO BY courtesy of Meiann Miraflores
Water play inside the bathroom! "Drum lang [sa] anak ko, minsan batya," shares mom Czaryne Basilan. We love it!PHOTO BY courtesy of Czaryne BasilanADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
These boys have a secret: "Ilang weeks na sila nagtiyaga sa batya," and now they've been rewarded with an inflatable pool, mom Kathleen Faith Mendoza Agno shares. Enjoy, babies!PHOTO BY courtesy of Kathleen Faith Mendoza Agno
Who needs a pool when you have a drum? These kids are loving the water!PHOTO BY courtesy of Roxan Xian YuanADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOWHow are you and the kids beating the heat moms and dads? Send your photos to smartparentingsubmissions@gmail.com with the subject, "Beat the Heat." We'd love to hear from you!
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