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Stearns Puddle Jumper Kids Life Jacket

Stearns Puddle Jumper Kids Life Jacket

Description

Kids love the playful designs on the Stearns Original Puddle Jumper Kids Life Jacket Vest, while parents appreciate the U.S. Coast Guard-approved safety features that the authentic orginal offers. Whether they’re in the pool, at the beach, or on a boat, kids move and swim freely, get a confidence boost if they are learning how to swim, and pick up valuable water safety habits they can use for life. For greater peace of mind, the Original Puddle Jumper's safety buckle snaps in the back to keep kids from taking vests off on their own; be sure to tighten the adjustable strap for a secure fit.

The Stearns Original Puddle Jumper Life Jackets have been tested and approved by the U.S. Coast Guard for use as Type V III personal flotation devices in, on, or near the water.

Meet strict requirements for use on boats, in public pools, and at water parks that require Coast Guard-approved devices.

Nylon shell for durability.

Playful designs make water safety fun for kids kayak.

Give beginners confidence when learning how to swim.

I don't think skeet shooting has anything to do with toddler life jackets...does it?

This specific type of "water wings" only come in one size, I put it on my daughter for the first time around 18-months old (about 27 pounds, 33 inches). It's meant for toddlers that can walk well, not infants. It's very adjustable, so she should be able to wear it until she's 4 or 5. Hope that helps.

From what I've researched, the deluxe has a different material on it. After the ease of use of the basic puddle jumper, I fail to see any point in getting the deluxe. My son used his nearly every day for 10 days and the material never bothered him.

Yes, these are rated for sized 30-50lb class, meaning it generally fits children in that size range but not all. My daughter is 40lbs and works perfect and she loves it. Hope this helps.

Things we like

  • Babies adore it
  • Encourages independence
  • Effective and risk-free

Things we don't like

  • The children quickly outgrow it


 

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Frequently Asked Questions

I had NO success with these the last time I went skeet shooting. Any advice?

I don't think skeet shooting has anything to do with toddler life jackets...does it?

which size is this life jacket?

This specific type of "water wings" only come in one size, I put it on my daughter for the first time around 18-months old (about 27 pounds, 33 inches). It's meant for toddlers that can walk well, not infants. It's very adjustable, so she should be able to wear it until she's 4 or 5. Hope that helps.

What's the difference between the puddle jumper basic and the deluxe???

From what I've researched, the deluxe has a different material on it. After the ease of use of the basic puddle jumper, I fail to see any point in getting the deluxe. My son used his nearly every day for 10 days and the material never bothered him.

This item does not mention the weight specifications as the others do. The ones i've seen are for 30-50lbs. My daughter is 14 months and 23 pounds.

Yes, these are rated for sized 30-50lb class, meaning it generally fits children in that size range but not all. My daughter is 40lbs and works perfect and she loves it. Hope this helps