3 Best Certified Baby Floatation Devices

3 Main Floatation Devices

My Baby Bubble Spa uses 3 main styles of floatation devices depending on the child’s capabilities, age, and parents request.

Neck Floatation Device

Neck floatation devices, also known as head floats, have been used for many years in aquatic therapy. Originally developed for use by physiotherapists, these floatation aids have traditionally supported individuals participating in water-based therapy, including those with disabilities, injuries or other health needs.

At My Baby Bubble Spa, we use only solid-construction head floats made from high quality, environmentally conscious material. The inner section is made from Pearl closed-cell foam and is finished with a soft, water resistant, permeable outer covering that is BPA-free.

When correctly fitted, the head float is designed to support baby under the chin and around the occipital area at the lower back of the head, rather than placing pressure directly on the neck. This allows baby’s body to remain freely supported in the water while encouraging natural movement of the arms and legs.

During every float session, babies are closely supervised by our trained team, with the floatation device checked for correct positioning and fit throughout the session.

Underarm Floatation Device

Our underarm floats are a great float for little ones to gain confidence in the water.

The underarm floats allows all the freedom of movement with minimal restriction perfect for those little ones who love to kick and splash.

The underarm float is concave at the arms to allowing the body to be lower in the water minimising the potential of flipping the float upside down. These floats are designed for comfort with a little cushion at the front to rest their heads.

These floats are great for little ones 5 months up to 4 years of age.

These floats are of solid construction and is made from an environmentally friendly, high quality Pearl closed cell foam on the inside with a soft permeable water resistant material, BPA free cover.

Designed for freedom of movement.
Non-inflatable, puncture-proof construction
Available for purchase in our shop.

Chest Float

Chest Floats are fantastic for those little ones that get so tired. The chest float is designed for comfort with a padded sling for little ones to lay in.

The chest float has wide sides for maximum buoyancy and the font of the float is heightened to avoid tipping over which doubles as a cushion for baby to rest their head on.

The detachable tail is great when little ones are learning to engaging their tummy muscles and is attached to prevent accidental tipping which doubles as a foot rest.

This float is great for little ones ages 2 months up to 2 years of age.

These floats are available for purchase.

The Clinical Principles of Aquatic Buoyancy

Immersion in a liquid environment introduces unique biomechanical advantages through hydrostatic pressure and buoyancy, which significantly reduces the gravity-induced weight-bearing load on a developing infant’s musculoskeletal framework.

Because infants naturally possess a higher proportion of adipose tissue (body fat) relative to muscle mass than adults, their natural buoyancy creates a gentle, low-impact therapeutic environment.

This weight-reduced state allows infants to initiate neuromuscular movements that are structurally impossible for them to achieve on land.

Under continuous, one-on-one professional supervision, babies can safely explore complex motor skills—such as bilateral kicking, core twisting, and spinal stretching.

Clinical research indicates that early aquatic intervention supports vestibular system stimulation, accelerates motor milestone tracking, and safely strengthens core musculature without straining delicate joints.

💡 Pediatric Fact: An infant’s head accounts for approximately 25% of their total body weight, compared to just 6% in adulthood. Utilizing specialised floatation support safely offsets this top-heavy distribution, allowing the buoyant properties of water to evenly distribute weight and facilitate symmetric physical movement.

Therapeutic Efficacy of Mineral-Enriched Water

At My Baby Bubble Spa, our hydrotherapy protocols are conducted exclusively in custom-formulated, mineral-enriched water.

Our proprietary spa blend is infused with therapeutic levels of Magnesium, Sodium, Calcium, Potassium, and over 80 essential trace minerals, transforming a standard float into a multi-sensory, restorative wellness treatment.

The introduction of these dissolved minerals increases the fluid density of the water.

Working in tandem with natural buoyancy, this elevated density provides an ultra-supportive, resistant environment where infants can exercise with fluid, unrestricted mobility.

Furthermore, transdermal absorption of minerals like Magnesium has been shown to naturally calm the central nervous system, improve structural sleep architecture, and relieve muscular tension associated with infant reflux, wind, and colic.

When paired with a professionally fitted, non-inflatable safety float, the infant’s heavy cranium remains securely supported above the surface while their entire body rests weightlessly immersed.

This structural positioning gives the upper and lower limbs complete anatomical freedom to stretch, kick, and building cognitive spatial awareness.

🛡️ Our Strict Staff Training & Certification Process

At My Baby Bubble Spa, the safety and wellbeing of every baby in our care is our absolute priority. All team members complete comprehensive training in the correct fitting, use, and removal of our floatation devices before they are permitted to work with babies.Our strict training process includes:
• 1 Week – Initial formal training covering positioning, fitting, and safety protocols.
• 2 Months – Observation and practical training under the guidance of experienced staff.
• 6 Months – Supervised practice and ongoing competency assessment.
• Every 6 Months – Complete refresher training and structured competency reviews.This rigorous approach ensures our team remains confident, knowledgeable, and fully consistent in the safety procedures used throughout every single session.

⚠️ Crucial Safety Warning: Retail vs. Professional Floating

Neck and head floatation devices are completely safe when used by our certified, medically trained staff. However, they can be highly unsafe when used at home by anyone without appropriate professional training. Please note that consumer-grade, blow-up neck floats are a banned retail item in Australia, and we fully agree with this safety decision. Inexpensive, inflatable retail devices are extremely dangerous; they can easily deflate, leak air, or flip over, which has tragically caused severe injury and death when used unsupervised in home baths. At My Baby Bubble Spa, our devices are NEVER inflatable. We use only solid-construction, premium head floats made from high-quality, environmentally conscious Pearl closed-cell foam. Our sessions feature continuous, one-on-one supervision by trained specialists in custom, controlled wellness environments. Our floats are in no way safe for retail use in a home bath.