Water Babies
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Baby Swimming from Water Babies. Playing together in water is an excellent way for parents to relax and begin bonding with their new child. New-born babies are naturally at home in the water, having spent nine months in the amniotic fluid of the womb. It also helps to develop the child's physical and mental skills as well as their self-confidence.

With Water Babies S.A aim is to encourage babies to feel comfortable in water (which they generally are) and also encourage parents to get past their fears of water. This is done in a safe and gentle environment and each baby progresses at their own level of comfort. We start off slowly with new born babies just being held in mom or dad’s arms and gently being moved through the water so as to get them used to the sensation of water and also buoyancy. Different holding techniques are used to gently get baby more comfortable about exploring the water in a safe manner and they quickly progress from being close to the parent to exploring at arm’s length from the parent. Once baby is enjoying the sensation of the water, the parent is then able to support the baby’s head and bum and encourage floating. After a few classes babies learn to blow bubbles on the surface and splash about effortlessly and usually with big smiles as they relish the opportunity to bond with parents and play in this wonderful warm water. Over a period of time and when the parent and instructor see that the baby is ready (blowing bubbles and closing the mouth to hold their breath), gentle submersion can follow. It is my hope that by introducing babies to water at a young age and teaching them to float and enjoy water that they will continue to experience the positive benefits of swimming so that by the time they are ready to swim (approximately age 2) that this transition happens smoothly and effortlessly. Our approach The Water Babies South Africa approach is a loving, gentle approach to introducing babies to the water, helping them to develop a fondness for water that will last a lifetime and benefit them by giving the invaluable gift of learning a life skill that could save their lives. We are able to give you very clear explanations of the essential early practices of aquatic development. So, given the history of infant swimming and its wonderful advantages, it is a must for every parent who wishes to develop a special bond with their little ones. Water Babies will assist the very foundation of aquatic sport from early development through to the elite athlete who has been taught the correct fundamental skills from an early age. Teaching your baby the joys of swimming is a bonding and fun experience for both parent and child. Early swimming skills will help your baby to develop strength, co-ordination and confidence. In water, fathers can get to know their babies in a playful and relaxed mode, swimming can be the first sport you have fun with together and can be enjoyed for a lifetime. Newborn babies are naturally at home in water, having spent nine months in the amniotic fluid of the womb. Playing together in water is an excellent way for parents to relax and begin bonding with their new child. It also helps to develop the child's physical and mental skills as well as their self-confidence. The experience of teaching your baby the joys of swimming is a bonding and enriching experience. Water Aerobics reduces pain during delivery.The precautions of exercising during pregnancy is very simple. Aim to maintain your current fitness, not improve it. Water aerobics is a relaxing and enjoyable way of keeping in shape. promotes the skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands. The development and adaptation will be noticeable in only a few weeks. They will become more at home in water and it encourages their confidence. Being in the water splashing about is a great way to help your baby become more agile and encourage them to move their bodies in preparation for becoming a toddler. A perfect temperature and an experienced professional will guide you on your journey of introducing your baby to the joys of water.