Getting started with baby swimming
Baby swimming is a shared activity many families enjoy, and it gets the child used to water. It doesn't teach a baby to swim, but it supports motor development and confidence in the water. This guide explains how to start safely and what's worth knowing at the swimming pool.
You will need
- A swim nappy or swim pants for your baby
- A towel and warm change of clothes
- An emollient cream for babies
- A snack or milk
- A place on a baby swimming course
Steps
Ask your child health clinic
Baby swimming usually starts at a few months of age, once the navel has healed and the baby is well. Ask your own maternity and child health clinic (neuvola) whether starting suits your baby in particular, especially if your baby has health problems.
Choose a guided course
Check the water temperature
Get a swim nappy
Time the swim well
Get used to the water calmly
Watch your baby's signals
Dry and warm your baby
Look after hygiene
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