It is never easy to be the best parent you can be for your child, as the line between pushing your child too much and giving them the best opportunity is much too grey. So how do you determine when to push and when to take a step back?
Fostering a trusting with regular communication with the coach can be a big factor in a swimmer's success. Most of the time coaches have plans that might not have came to light or in the making, so as a parent, it is essential to trust and assist the coach's vision in developing a swimmer. That being said, it should not be looked down upon to express views and ambitions, just note that the expert in the room is the coach.
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