flotation device for non swimmers?

[denvergal]

we are going on a trip where we will be renting a home with a swimming pool. while i would never leave my kids in the pool without either myself or dh in the pool with them, i would like something just as an extra measure of security while they are in there as both kids can't swim yet. they've only taken about 4 lessons thus far (they are 5 and 3 yo). any suggestions? what do you think would i need a life vest, or those tot trainer things and if so any links to particular brands that have worked for you would be helpful! thank you!

[bubbaray]

The best thing to get is a personal flotation device (PFD).

[KrisM]

I'd probably get a "real" life jacket if they can't swim.

[WatchingThemGrow]

REI sells the Heads up PFD that we use while at the GPs' house. They aren't nice for swimming,b/c they make the kids float on their backs, but for walking around the pool deck, they're great. We have the 30-50 lb one and two of the under 30 lb ones.

[SnuggleBuggles]

I would get a real life vest too. That is my plan for the summer with ds2, just for a bit of added peace of mind.

Beth