Swimming Age For Babies: Nowadays on social media we see small children swimming in water. It is surprising that how these children perform at such a young age. Seeing them, you will definitely feel like teaching swimming to your child too. There is no doubt that swimming not only increases the height of the child, but also helps in their mental development.
Considering all these things, if you have made up your mind to send your child to the swimming pool, then wait a bit. First, know what is the right age to send the child to the swimming pool and whether this activity is safe for them or not.
Children between the ages of one and three years are most vulnerable to swimming pool water because they do not stay still at one place but try to keep moving and are curious. The important thing is that children of this age do not understand the dangers of water. Young children have difficulty in maintaining their body temperature. Changes in temperature can cause the child to fall ill.
Children do not understand the danger of water
Children between the ages of one and three years are most vulnerable to swimming pool water because they do not stay still at one place but try to keep moving and are curious. The important thing is that children of this age do not understand the dangers of water. Young children have difficulty in maintaining their body temperature. Changes in temperature can cause the child to fall ill.
These could be the disadvantages
- Most babies are very sensitive to changes in temperature. Their skin surface area and body weight are greater than those of adults, so babies are more sensitive to water and even room temperature. If the water feels cold to you, it is definitely too cold for your little one.
- A variety of chemicals are used to keep pools bacteria-free. If the levels are not managed properly, pools can grow bacteria which can be harmful to everyone but can be especially harmful to children.
- According to a 2011 study, exposure to chlorine used in swimming pools during childhood may increase the risk of bronchiolitis.
- Children who spend extended periods of time in swimming pools, especially those under the age of 2, have an increased risk of developing asthma and respiratory allergies in childhood.
- Sending a child to the pool before 2 years of age can cause hypothermia.
- The child may suffer from hyponatremia. This disease occurs due to swallowing excess water.
- The child may become ill due to infection.
- There is a risk of lung damage in children due to the chemicals present in the pool.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
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