In this episode of Caring Well, Dr. Michael Middleton sits down with Dr. Harvey Barnett, founder of ISR (Infant Swimming Resource), to discuss his decades-long mission to prevent childhood drowning. Dr. Barnett shares the tragic event that inspired his work, how ISR survival swim lessons were developed, common misconceptions around water safety and flotation devices, and why he believes every child can learn critical self-rescue skills. The conversation also explores the science behind infant learning, public health approaches to drowning prevention, and practical guidance for parents as summer approaches.
TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome & Introduction 00:42 Meet Dr. Harvey Barnett & The Origin of ISR 03:38 How ISR Lessons Work 07:07 The Danger of Flotation Devices 10:20 Choosing a Swim Instructor 11:29 Why Drowning Is Preventable 12:39 ISR vs Traditional Swim Lessons 24:35 Discovering the Float Technique 30:00 How ISR Has Evolved Over Time 43:56 The Mission: Not One More Child Drowns 55:45 Final Thoughts on Supervision & Safety
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