Not only can Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) lessons teach your baby to survive in an aquatic accident, but studies show that after lessons, baby swimmers also have better balance and are better at grasping at things than non-swimmers. Research from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) shows that this difference persists even when children are five years old, babies who have been taught to swim still outperform their peers. Now Hermundur Sigmundsson, a professor of psychology at NTNU and Brian Hopkins, a professor of psychology from Lancaster University, have shown that infant swimming is good for developing balance and movement in babies and young children. The swimmers
Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death in American children one to four years of age, and the leading cause in Texas, accounting for more than one-fifth of deaths in this age group. Hospitalization rates for near-drowning peak in the toddler age group, with a five times increased risk compared with older children. Infant and toddler drownings tend to occur in or around the home, with infants mostly in bathtubs, and toddlers falling into swimming pools. Active adult supervision and four-sided pool fencing are the best strategies against drowning in this age group. In particular, pool alarms are not effective and may give parents a false sense of security. However,
Swimming pools and spas are great places for family fun. It’s important to ensure everyone follows these simple safety steps to stay safer in and around the water. Never leave a child unattended in or near water. Teach children how to swim. Teach children to stay away from drains. Ensure all pools and spas - both in your backyard and any public pool you may visit - have compliant drain covers. Install proper barriers, covers and alarms on and around your pool and spa. Know how to perform CPR on children and adults. Take the Pledge!
