i have another question my family wants me to get the baby into swimming lessons, he's not even crawling or walking yet, think i should do it ? he's only six months old. thanks for your help
2006-08-02 16:49:50 · 13 answers · asked by flcountrygal82 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Those classes have become very popular over the last few years, go for it.
2006-08-02 16:53:41 · answer #1 · answered by fireman_4_69 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is a mommy and me class. It teaches your child that the water is safe and fun. Do it! The earlier they learn the better they are. I started my son in swim lessons that young. And I started swim lessons at that age. ( I am 33) . I am pregnant with #2 and I will start this child that young too next summer.
2006-08-03 00:57:06 · answer #2 · answered by LITTLE 1 :o) 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I took all three of my boys to the YMCA and introduced them to swimming very very young. They were ace swimmers by two. I mean ace! They each started around six months. Great way to teach them not to be afraid of the water and what to do to swim if when they do go into the water.
2006-08-02 23:54:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think u should wait until he's old enough to work his legs good. then go get professial help. learning to swim at a young age is very good. mean while, examine the way he acts in the water. if he likes to play, thats great! if not, maybe he'll become used to the water during the lessons. good-luck!
2006-08-03 00:07:53 · answer #4 · answered by Boss 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i took my infant son to swim lessons years ago. it's not like they really learn to swim but they get used to being in the water and it's a fun bonding time together. he has always loved the water and i attribute some of that to the early introduction to the pool and our time together. go ahead, you'll enjoy it and so will your baby. you have nothing to lose.
2006-08-02 23:56:59 · answer #5 · answered by sunnyca 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO....In my opinion, it's too young. Yes, they were in your fluid filled womb for over 8 months, but if they can't walk and communicate, how are they gonna understand when to hold their breath, etc. Their motor skills aren't even built up yet.
Your call though.
2006-08-02 23:57:29 · answer #6 · answered by a1quick57 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I looked on Yahoo and found a couple of good sites you might want to check out that will help you be more informed for yourself and help you make your final decision. You can check at www.video-line.com/v.swimming.html and at www.babyswimming.com/philosophy.html I hope this proves very helpful to you! Good
Luck!
2006-08-03 00:20:37 · answer #7 · answered by Diana W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They do have classes for young babies. I know the YNCA where I'm at offers a class like that called water babies.
2006-08-03 00:02:26 · answer #8 · answered by ♥dream_angel♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We looked into it and although popular the baby is not developed enough to learn from it. If your just doin' it for fun ...cool.
2006-08-03 00:08:16 · answer #9 · answered by Kid Pecatonica 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
america red cross. lets parents take swim lessons with their infants.
2006-08-02 23:53:43 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋