Small for a 5 year old? Does anyone have any experience with the puddle jumpers and a larger child?
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Hi, I'm not sure if you're still looking for this product. But I took some measurements, and I would estimate that the max. chest size would be around 23.5", measuring around 4-5" below the armpits. I think the actual chest measurement will be more relevant than a weight guideline, as some kids are short and stocky, and others tall and lanky at the same weight.... (the same as us adults....) My son wears 3T (27lbs, but 35" tall), for example, and he's barely able to start wearing this product at a chest measurement of 19.5".
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Please help me with the size issue? my 8 yr old is 120 lbs at about 52 inches with a big belly. He loves the water, he's autistic and intellectually challenged and incontinent. We spend a lot of time in indoor pool all winter, sometimes the water is cold for him after being in the pool for a couple hours. I looking for something warm and comfortable. Than you, Aiden's dad
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I ordered the infant pair (small) for my 1 year old. His head circumference has always been in the 80th+ percentile. I don't remember how much he weighed last summer when I bought them, but this summer he is 2 years old (March) and weighs 30lbs. They still fit him comfortably. At first he wasn't coordinated enough to really keep them on, now that he's older he actually enjoys them. (If the kids are really young I'd recommend getting some with a head strap, however the upside is that these are pretty much indestructible as many of the reviews state). Good luck!
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Hi, I bought a Medium size for my 3 year old and fit perfect he is a big boy, my 6 year old daughter (petit) tried them and also fitted. Are very comfortable and don't complain about leakage yet....
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Did you ever buy these for your five year old? If so, how did they fit? Did they work well?
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The sizes for this item are in years. For example a size 2 is for a 2 year old. For kids is easy. But your girl is 5 feet tall, maybe the size 10 would be te best choise for this specific item. Good luck
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I think you should try the Aqua Tot - especially since she's been doing lessons. My daughter is similar in height/weight and it worked perfectly for her so she can move around more than if she was in an inflatable.
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My 5 year old is 4ft and has been banging on these for a year. 5ft might be a stretch and certainly not a good fit for a long term. I don't know your options but I would buy something bigger for a better return on your investment.
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My kids have been boating for a long time and have always used Lil' Legends vests they are now 7 and 9 so I don't remember the sizes they used first. For purpose, quality and looks they can't be beat. They have a tag with size recommendations, please make sure you do the homework on which one will work best for you kid's age/size.
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These do come in a "small" fit. For 5 and 7 year old boys, aside from this model, any goggle labeled as a Jr. fit would also be good.
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I would say that it is a bit small for an average size 5 year old. It's sits very low to the ground. I bought it for my almost 2 year old and it is the perfect size for her.
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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
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I have only had experience with the small and the medium, but I can say that our grandson is 5 and about 43-45 lbs. and fits perfectly in the medium. Next summer I feel certain we will need large. Hope it helps.
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this summer I bought two O'Neil Youth Reactor full suits for my two kids. My son is 11 and my daughter is 9. I bought a size 10 for my 9 year old (which is small/petite for her age group). The suit was big on her (she normally wears a year behind her age) but the suit still fit ok. I expect next summer it'll fit closer to perfect. My 11 year old son is average to large and his 12 fit him pretty well. I expect he'll use it next summer as well, but after that will likely need another. I'd suggest buying the 8 for your daughter. Too small and the suit is useless. Even thought my daughters suit was loose, it didn't bother her at all, and she was thrilled to have the full after freezing in an ill-fitting shorty. this summer I bought two O'Neil Youth Reactor full suits for my two kids. My son is 11 and my daughter is 9. I bought a size 10 for my 9 year old (which is small/petite for her age group). The suit was big on her (she normally wears a year behind her age) but the suit still fit ok. I expect next summer it'll fit closer to perfect. My 11 year old son is average to large and his 12 fit him pretty well. I expect he'll use it next summer as well, but after that will likely need another. I'd suggest buying the 8 for your daughter. Too small and the suit is useless. Even thought my... » Read More this summer I bought two O'Neil Youth Reactor full suits for my two kids. My son is 11 and my daughter is 9. I bought a size 10 for my 9 year old (which is small/petite for her age group). The suit was big on her (she normally wears a year behind her age) but the suit still fit ok. I expect next summer it'll fit closer to perfect. My 11 year old son is average to large and his 12 fit him pretty well. I expect he'll use it next summer as well, but after that will likely need another. I'd suggest buying the 8 for your daughter. Too small and the suit is useless. Even thought my daughters suit was loose, it didn't bother her at all, and she was thrilled to have the full after freezing in an ill-fitting shorty. « Show Less
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Hi there.... I believe you would want to go with the size 'small'. Only because the small says it fits size 12-1. They are adjustable to help the kids grow into them, which I thought was very clever. Good luck to you.
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They would fit a kid over about 5 probably pretty well.The adjustment mechanism is a little wobbly. It has come undone on me a couple of times. The would stand up to very much abuse.Hope that helps.
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They come in a size small. I think age is a factor. My grandson is an average to tall 7 year old and it is perfect. He has cerebral palsy and can't peddle.