Most homeowners see their swimming pool as “a memory maker.” What else can bring so many fond memories of babies, children, teenagers and adults having fun with friends and family? Yet in all this delight, we must remember that a swimming pool has risks, just like any other item in your home.
Swimming lessons have played a major role in improving the safety of swimming pools. In fact, specialized swimming lessons are now recommended for infants that are less than six months old. Here is a fascinating video that shows how a fully-clothed, unsupervised toddler falls into a swimming pool and instinctively saves himself from drowning. Brought to you by Infant Swimming Resources, ISR is one of many such organizations that promotes early “drown-proofing” of babies and children.