We live in a condo where the pool facilities are shared by children and adults alike. I was wondering how safe it is for a 4 month old to be exposed to chlorine and other swimming pool related conditions.
2006-07-03 03:23:37 · 9 answers · asked by mary p 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
My son is 4 months and his pediatrician said swimming in a community pool is fine. Just keep the baby in a onesie and hat to protect from the sun. My pediatrician also said sunblock was okay on a baby under 6 months just try a little on his foot to see if he has a reaction wait a day and if no reaction just put a very little on his exposed areas. My son has been swimming since his 4 month physical and he loves it.
2006-07-05 17:59:20 · answer #1 · answered by ♥ to ...... 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No he's not ready!!!!!! Wait till at least 5 1/2 months if not 6... He is doing nothing unordinary for his age.... But regardless if size, his stomach is not yet ready for solids!!! And when you do start solids is should not go from 0 to 3 meals a day.... It should be started gradually with 1 teaspoon a day, then 2, and so on.... If you wait, you also don't have to do cereal at all... You can skip right to the good stuff that he will be interested in.. Just watch for allergic reactions carefully but not switching foods for 2 or 3 days... Also don't give too many bananas!!! They are very constipating... I started my first on cereal at 5 1/2 months... He didn't care for it.. Then I got carrots and he loved them!!!! He is now 3 1/2 and loves veggies and all kinds of food... He eats anything pretty much... He also has no food allergies... And is average height and weight... My second is 4 months old and much bigger than my first... He's fitting in 9 month old clothing as well... But I am still not starting solids till almost 6 months... He grabs my plate at dinner.. He watches vigilantly.. But his tummy is not developmentally ready yet...
2016-03-27 02:20:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't want the baby to drown! If you'd like to take the baby for a swim, be sure to use inflateable "floaties" so the baby won't sink, and make sure they're on a ALL TIMES. Make sure he/she has swim diapers. I swam in a pool as a baby before (I'm thirteen and I still remember) and it didn't hurt me.
MAKE SURE YOU WATCH THE KID! Don't ignore it. You shouldn't even read a book, and if you're talking to friends, make sure you're watching the baby at the same time. You can also swim and play with the baby while it's at the pool.
2006-07-03 04:11:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldnt risk it.. Chlorine isnt really even all that good for adults, let alone a small baby. It could hurt the childs eyes and throat if they swallow any. There are also a lot of bacteria and things like that they may be exposed to.
2006-07-03 03:27:49 · answer #4 · answered by Sam 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think I would do it. First, the sun is way too much for a baby...second, chlorine or not, swimming pools are LOADED with bacteria...don't do it! If in doubt, call your Pediatrician.
2006-07-03 03:28:26 · answer #5 · answered by suzycrmchz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wait until he is at least 6 months to expose him to the chemicals and to the sun.
2006-07-03 03:35:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My kids were in the pool since they were born, just make sure when you get out you wash them off.. and two of mine were born in july.. and they loved it.... and still do.
2006-07-03 05:10:33 · answer #7 · answered by krista a 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they recommend 6 months
2006-07-03 03:43:06 · answer #8 · answered by Donald S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my daughter is 19 months and still hates the water-it is too cold. go ahead and give it a try.
2006-07-03 03:34:23 · answer #9 · answered by cindy loo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋