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Swimming Milestones For Children By Age Group

It’s no secret that children should learn water safety, including how to swim. Did you know that children can start swimming ...
PBS

Teaching Every Child to Swim and Protecting Those Most at Risk

Children with autism are 160 times more likely to drown than their neurotypical peers. Children with autism are 160 times more likely to drown than their neurotypical peers, according to the Autism ...
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Here’s When Your Child Should Know How To Swim

As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, you may find yourself pulling out those toddler floaties from last year and stocking up on sunscreen. With plans of poolside parties or days on the ...
News Tribune

Ask the Pediatrician: Why you should enroll your children in swim lessons

As a pediatrician, I've counseled countless families about the importance of swim safety. But as a mom, I've lived it, from the nervous first splashes to the proud, cannonball "I did it!" moments.
CNN

Drowning is the leading cause of death in young kids. Here’s how to prevent it

Warmer weather is finally here in the Northern Hemisphere, and with it, many pools and beaches are opening for the summer. That’s great for families who want to spend time by the water, but it’s also ...
WMUR

New Hampshire woman heading overseas to teach children to swim

WORKWEEK. THE FORECAST FOR YOU AHEAD. THANKS, HALEY. A NEW MARKET WOMAN IS ABOUT TO HEAD TO CENTRAL AMERICA TO TEACH HER PASSION OF SWIMMING TO OTHERS. 26 YEAR OLD AUDREY DOBSON IS A SWIM INSTRUCTOR ...