Hi I'm a swimming teacher and I we do things very similar to the lessons that Celsie goes to except for the arm bands and bubbles on the childs back...

As far as your dd not liking water on her face... I'd suggest putting her in the shower with you ar dh everyday and just make a game out of going under.. It will take time but you will see improvement over a few weeks. Yes you will most likely have lots of tears but just remember that you are helping her become confident with water. I would also suggest putting her into swimming lessons NOW instead of waiting. We start littlies off from 6 months and most of them have either been in the shower or pool b4 this age.

Remember whatever you guys do.... MAKE SURE IT IS FUN AND A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE for ALL of you