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[quote=Anonymous]I used to teach infants and toddlers (well mostly I taught their parents to teach them). A couple of things to keep in mind: Babies and toddlers get cold much faster than we do in the water. If the temperature is below 80 (in most cases it is), I'd limit pool sessions to 20-30 minutes. To keep your child warmer while in the water, keep their shoulders under. The more of their body that's exposed to air,.the colder they will be. If you plan to submerge your child, let them know and bring them toward you after counting to three. "One, two, three, under!". Don't "dunk" them if they are not facing you. The main thing you want to develop with a little one in the water is trust. Learning to swim takes time and repetition. Getting your child comfortable with you in the water is the first and most important step. Have fun![/quote]
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