A six-month-old did not simply "go to the pool." Precautions are strictly needed. Some of them are a float vest, silicone swim diaper, float bands, goggles, and water shoes.
Luca's pool was half-size the Olympic standard, a wide shallow section, and a slope facing the house. The edges were cushioned, the grip tiles were new, and the water temperature was always controlled to be comfortably warm.
So, nothing about it was unsafe, and nothing about it left room for danger.
Luca enjoyed the outing, though he didn't enter the pool. He only watched from under a shade while relaxed on a sun lounger, playing the role of a lifeguard.
He only intervened when there were hiccups, like when Laura struggled with the baby's float collar and when one of the Velcro straps refused to lock. Beyond that, Luca only spectated.
Laura tried to hide it behind her gentle smile, but she had expected something else from the day after all the anticipation.
