How to start my baby in swimming

Are you seriously thinking about teaching your baby to swim? If the answer is yes, then you will find this article really useful. Swimming is an excellent physical activity that can also be very fun and attractive for your baby. Enjoy a quality time with your family investing in their future health and teaching them healthy habits.

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A prior clarification is that a baby can not become a super swimmer until he is two or three years old. The child may like water, but may not cooperate fully in the initial stage. The baby should be given some time to get used to the water, so that he can relax and gain confidence.

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The age factor should not become a barrier. You must decide when the baby should start swimming. Health experts do not oppose any objection to the baby's swimming activity at an early stage, but it is suggested to wait until four or five months. At this age the baby will have his immunity developed to the fullest. A noisy environment could also disturb or startle the baby, so it is safe to introduce it to the noise of the pool after the baby is a few months old.

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Always wear a swimsuit, although entry is not mandatory. In some pools the regulations require it or you can finally feel more like putting it on. Consider the diapers to swim as a good purchase. Swimming accessories such as floats are not suitable for babies under one year of age. There are other appropriate accessories available for children that can be suggested by the instructor. Find out if the pool has enough facilities for the care of the children, such as places to change the baby and place to play.

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Accustom the baby to the water and let him build the thought that bath time is a fun time. Gently sprinkle some water on the baby's body or put it on his back and move it from one place to another.

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The selection of the pool is important, the less crowded is the best for you and the baby. If you do not feel like going, go with a companion. A friend by your side will keep you and your baby relaxed. It is a good idea to go to the pool with the baby and have all the fun you can with the toys for water and activities in the water.

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Check the pool for security aspects . The temperature should be between 28 and 30 ºC. Begin with a 10-minute session and watch the time progressively. If you tremble, take it out and gently tuck it in. Do not take the baby to swim if he has a cold. Make sure the chlorine does not cause skin problems.

• A good "kit" of initiation is: take with you a warm bottle to feed the baby after swimming, a towel with a hat, a sandwich, since swimming can make you starve the baby, toys and books, a diaper bag and some toy for the bath time of the baby.