Swim Life with Coach Natalee

10/31/2026

10/29/2026

Halloween decorations make the season special, but pool areas need extra attention when the sun goes down.

If you're decorating your Florida backyard for Halloween, keep decorations, electrical cords, and party clutter away from the pool area. Make sure walkways are well-lit and the pool barrier remains secure.

Also, remember that a crowded Halloween party can make it easier for children to wander unnoticed. Keep pool access restricted and have a designated adult supervising whenever children are near water.

A little preparation can help your family enjoy the spooky season with greater peace of mind.

10/28/2026

💔 Eight children. Eight families. Right here in Hillsborough County.

As a mom and a survival swim instructor, these numbers absolutely break my heart.

According to the data shared by Water Smart Tots Foundation, 109 children have lost their lives to drowning in Florida so far this year. Eight of those children were right here in our own county.

This is why I do what I do. ❤️

I know how busy life gets. I’m a parent too. But drowning can happen so quickly, and it doesn’t just happen during swim time.

Please remember that swimming lessons are only ONE layer of protection. Active supervision, pool barriers, alarms, and knowing CPR are just as important.

My hope is that one day we won’t have to share statistics like these. Until then, I’ll keep teaching, educating, and advocating for safer kids around water.

Please take a moment to read and share this post. You never know which family might need the reminder. 💙

Water Safety Starts Before an Emergency.

10/26/2026

One of the most important superpowers a parent can have is knowing what to do in an emergency.

Drowning can happen quickly, and knowing CPR can make a life-saving difference while emergency help is on the way. Parents, caregivers, and anyone who spends time around children should consider learning CPR and basic water rescue safety.

If a child is in trouble in the water, call 911, get them out of the water if you can do so safely, and begin CPR if they are unresponsive and not breathing normally, following the emergency dispatcher's instructions.

Water safety is about more than preventing accidents. It's also about being prepared.

This Halloween new week, let's make sure our little pumpkins have heroes who know how to help! 🎃🧡

10/26/2026

🎸 Party on, Wayne! Party on, Garth! 🤘😂

What a fun day at Park Square supporting the Fishhawk Mombies! 💗

My friend Cat Rishavy-Wogen, who is also one of my Swim Life moms, joined me for a little Wayne’s World fun, and I think we nailed it! 😂🎸🥁 We had so much fun dressing up, being silly, and enjoying the afternoon together!

One of my favorite parts of the day was getting to meet the family who won the basket of crocheted Swim Buddies I made and donated! 🧶💕 It seriously made me so happy to see them go to such a sweet family. I put a lot of love into making those little buddies, so getting to meet the people taking them home was extra special!

I love moments like these. Getting to spend time with friends, run into familiar faces, support our community, and share a little piece of Swim Life outside of the pool. 🥰

So glad Cat and I got to be there to cheer on the Mombies and be part of all the fun! 💗

Party on! Excellent! 🤘🎸

10/25/2026

💀☀️ Looks like swim season really took it out of me! 😂

After spending all summer in the pool teaching little humans to swim, I’m officially down to skin and bones! 💀🌊

Even the neighbors’ dachshunds are looking a little ruff! 🐶🦴

Just hanging out front, soaking up some Florida sunshine and showing off my Swim Life style! 😎💙

Happy spooky season from Coach Natalee! 🎃

10/24/2026

🏓💙 Dink or Swim! 💙🏓

Such a fun morning supporting Impact at their pickleball tournament!

Swim Life sponsored a court this year, and of course I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to get out there and play too! 😂

I teamed up with a friend for the beginner division as Team “Dink or Swim!” 🏓🌊 And Josh got in on the fun and played too!

One of my favorite things about owning Swim Life is how many opportunities it gives me to get involved in our community, meet wonderful people, and support organizations doing great things. And when I get to combine that with a little friendly competition and time with my husband and friends, it’s even better! ❤️

I’m definitely no pickleball pro, but I had a blast! 😂

Thank you to IMPACT for putting on such a great event! I’m always happy to support a good cause, especially when it brings our community together. 💙

10/24/2026

❤️ Family Fun & Supporting Local! ❤️

One of my favorite things about being a small business owner is getting to know and support the other amazing small businesses in our community! 🥰

Tonight was a fun little family night out, and we kept it local! ❤️

First stop was Amici's Pizza & Pasta to grab some delicious chicken bambinos for dinner (seriously, so good! 🤤), then we headed over to Art Monkey Emporium for some family fun!

The kids had a blast painting their own cookies 🎨🍪 while Josh and I got in a little Scrabble time. Nothing fancy, just a fun evening together making memories!

As the owner of Swim Life with Coach Natalee, I know firsthand how much it means when someone chooses to support a local small business. And I love being able to do the same for others in our community!

We have so many wonderful little businesses right here in our backyard. Sometimes the best family nights are the simple ones, and it’s even sweeter when you’re supporting your neighbors along the way. 💕

What’s your favorite local small business for a family night out? I’d love to discover some new places! ❤️