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Teach Your Child How to Swim
Learning how to swim is an exciting time in a child’s life. Not only do they learn water safety basics, but it also sets the foundation for an active and healthy lifestyle. To help children develop the skills needed to be safe in the water, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends formal swim lessons as a layer of protection against drowning for children.
“Introducing babies as young as four months to water is important since their relationship with water and making sure they are comfortable starts at an early age and can lead to quick development towards swimming effectively.” ”
In the shallow water, your child should learn how to float independently, submerge their head under the water for five to 10 seconds, go from a standing to a swimming position without assistance, glide through the water, reach an exit point, and use coordinated kicking and arm movements. Their swimming class should focus on both water and safety skills.
