Infographic: Drowning prevention is a family activity. Swim lessons for parents and toddlers are a first step toward water safety. The AAP recommends swim lessons for all children and their parents. Lessons can start after a child’s first birthday, depending on readiness. Parent-child classes are a good way to introduce water safety habits. Lessons never replace close, constant supervision.

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Swim lessons for parents and toddlers are a first step toward water safety.

  • The AAP recommends swim lessons for all children and their parents.
  • Lessons can start after a child’s first birthday, depending on readiness.
  • Parent-child classes are a good way to introduce water safety habits.
  • Lessons never replace close, constant supervision.

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  1. Drowning Prevention for Curious Toddlers: What Parents Need to Know (opens in a new tab) American Academy of Pediatrics (HealthyChildren.org)
  2. Swim Lessons for Children: When to Start and What to Consider (opens in a new tab) American Academy of Pediatrics (HealthyChildren.org)
  3. Preventing Drowning (opens in a new tab) CDC

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