my child is 1.5 years 20 pounds and I want to introduce her to swimming...i am not sure if the medium size will be good for her?
451957
Medium should fit perfect and allow her some time to grow into it. Our daughter was almost two when we purchased and around 23lbs and she used it right away. She still has more growing room. You should be fine.
451958
My son is 45 lbs. and the Large size did not fit him, although they are supposed to fit 45 lbs - 60 lbs. so i returned the product
451959
We bought the medium for our 3-year old who is now 35lbs. Personally, I don't think this vest is suited for someone so young and just learning to get in the water. I would look more for something with inflatables to keep her head and chest above the water. This type of vest requires effort on their part to stay upright. Just my opinion...
451960
I bought the medium size for my 4 year old who is 36lbs. It fit him well with some room to grow. It may be way too big for your 1.5 year old. I hope this helps.
451961
Yes it should! My Granddaughter was a little older than that but she is petite ..... She loves it and swims all over the pool! It's so much better than floaties and it's nice not to have to worry about her while we are at the pool!
451962
We bought the medium for our 3-year old who is now 35lbs.Personally, I don't think this vest is suited for someone so young and just learning to get in the water. I would look more for something with inflatables to keep her head and chest above the water. This type of vest requires effort on their part to stay upright. Just my opinion...
451963
Look at a Puddle Jumper. I put my son in that when he was 20 months, and it worked great for about 2 years. I'd keep in in one now, but he's stocky, and out grew it. Google Puddle Jumper, and watch the videos of the little one's swimming. It works great!
617839
I would say yes if s/he is already comfortable in the water and quite strong. But for most 18 month olds I would say no. Id try something like this Swim School Aqua Tot Trainer
1426600
I have a almost 3 year which works perfect for him except the strap imbetween the legs don't have much to grow but he loves it I also have a 15 month old and I haven't tried it with him yet but might work but my 15 month os only 20 lbs so might work with your son I'd def try it if he loves swimming freely it dodnt tip not even once for us and my son was all over in it splashing if any thing he would def grow into it quick def recommend it over a puddle jumper or whatever there called this seems to help keep there head out of the water no problem even when leaning forward
498448
We ordered this jacket for our granddaughter when she was just under 20 pounds. It is excellently made and we all loved it, but was way to small for her. And very tight. According to the rating it should have worked just fine. Be aware that the jacket itself has about an inch and a half material in all areas and the float in the back of the child's head is quite large and also the same thickness. Your child would never drown in this jacket, but like our granddaughter, may not tolerate the thickness of the jacket. I would imagine that it would fit an eleven pound child well. I think it should have been rated differently. Hope this helps! We ordered this jacket for our granddaughter when she was just under 20 pounds. It is excellently made and we all loved it, but was way to small for her. And very tight. According to the rating it should have worked just fine. Be aware that the jacket itself has about an inch and a half material in all areas and the float in the back of the child's head is quite large and also the same thickness. Your child would never drown in this jacket, but like our granddaughter, may not tolerate the thickness of the jacket. I would imagine that it would fit an eleven pound child well. I think it... » Read More We ordered this jacket for our granddaughter when she was just under 20 pounds. It is excellently made and we all loved it, but was way to small for her. And very tight. According to the rating it should have worked just fine. Be aware that the jacket itself has about an inch and a half material in all areas and the float in the back of the child's head is quite large and also the same thickness. Your child would never drown in this jacket, but like our granddaughter, may not tolerate the thickness of the jacket. I would imagine that it would fit an eleven pound child well. I think it should have been rated differently. Hope this helps! « Show Less
770659
I think small one is good for him. My son is 1,5 years old and I bought him both small and bigger ones. Big ones are too big, small ones are really good and I think will fit for a long time.
1409624
My daughter was 50" and 56lbs when i bought them and got her a medium. They fit perfect. I would say a medium would work fine for your son.
1168113
My daughter is 12 and I am not sure if I should go witha small or medium. Any body have a suggestion?
1657607
Hi. I agree a small would work, but only if your son likes a very snug fit. A medium would work if he likes a little more room, but still snug. If in doubt have him try on one at your local sporting goods store. Oddly enough, my 17 year old softball player daughter who's 5'7" prefers a Large. It fits snug under her jerseys but allows for more movement so she's not choking.
107789
It would depend on how much buoyancy you need. 3 is fine for my son and he is a big 2 1/2 year old. I would recommend the 3 as I think 4 is overkill but I have only used the 3 and 2 personally! Hope this helps!However it might be helpful if you need to support more weight or to use on a small child to keep them positioned higher in the water. I am not a swim instructor, just my experiences and points of view.
2256672
By the way you may also consider about the body, my daughter has 17kgs, she is just fit the body, I think below 20kgs is ok, or it will be very tight.
199560
I bought a small for my son, who is 22lbs and 13 months. It's kinda snug on him, do I'm only planning on one summers use. I would suggest a medium if you want more than one summers use. Otherwise, the small will be just fine one your baby. Hope this helps!
183420
Yes, I think it would work for her as we have used these type of life vests for our child since he was 2; however, you would need to confirm the size before ordering. We purchased the large, and it would be too large for your daughter.
1724525
It depends on the childs weight. If the child is between 30 to 50 pounds, it should be fine. I have a couple children over 50 pounds, I got them the youth ski jackets for the pool.
1727929
I have bought the medium size for my 15 year old daughter and they were loose a lot, she is 5' - 9" and weight 148 pounds and it tends to slip within her arm when she is sparring, i should have bought a small, hope this would help.
1774946
I purchased the Medium (US size 8-10) for my 7 year old and it was a little big in the shoulders and length, but not so much that he couldn't wear it this year. He'll just be able to use it again next year. I would get the Small for a 5 year old. Hope this helps.
780795
From Speedo's website SIZING: SMALL | 1-2 Years | 33lbs. (15kg) MEDIUM | 2-4 Years | 33-45lbs (15-20kg) LARGE | 4-6 Years | 45-50lbs (20-27kg)
18208
I have a 42lb Dalmatian. I got the extra small for her and it has room to spare. If I remember correctly she was right on the line too. I would put my money on the medium.