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Using Otteroo

How Do I Put Otteroo On?

To prepare for fun and splashy adventures: Test whether you have fully inflated Otteroo. Buckle it up, then gently press your hand against the area where the two ends meet from the inside. The ends will not push out when it is fully inflated. If it's

What Is the Optimal Water Level When Using Otteroo?

Otteroo works in most standard-sized tubs! You want the water deep enough so that your baby is mostly floating, instead of sitting on the bottom of the tub (while wearing Otteroo). If your baby is bigger, or particularly active/strong, it is very

What Is the Ideal Water Temperature When Using Otteroo?

We recommend a slightly lower temperature than your baby’s regular bath, especially when they really start kicking, splashing and moving around. Like any exercise, all this fun will raise their body temperature, so cooler water will help them not get

Do We Need to Do the Bubble Test Before Each Use?

We ask that you do the bubble test each time because it is the best way to check for leaks (very small tears may not be visible). Wear and tear is expected in inflatables, and may be caused by the way the Otteroo is stored or transported - or just

Can I Use a Pre-Loved Otteroo?

Otteroo is made with the highest quality materials but as with all inflatable devices, there will be some normal wearing down with usage. Wear and tear may be accelerated by improper use and/or storage. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you not

Can I Reuse My Otteroo for Another Child?

Otteroo is made with the highest quality materials but as with all inflatable devices, there will be some normal wearing down with usage. Wear and tear may be accelerated by improper use and/or storage. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you not

Can We Skip the Tub and Go Straight to the Pool?

We highly recommend that you familiarize your baby with the Otteroo in the bath first. And when you're ready to take your baby to the pool, get them in the water without the Otteroo first, only putting the Otteroo on once they’re used to the

Will My Local Pool Allow Otteroo?

Some pools do not allow flotation devices unless they are life-saving devices. If your pool has an issue, we recommend letting them know that you are aware Otteroo is not a life-saving device - but that it is a Class 1 medical device that helps

Can I Use Otteroo in Open Water?

Do not use Otteroo in turbulent or flowing water such as an ocean, river or lake. Use only in a controlled water environment (bath, pool). Otteroo is not a life-saving device and should not to be used when there is any risk of parental separation or