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Swimming helping premature babies
World Prematurity Day was on the 17th November, this is an important date for raising awareness of preterm births and the health concerns of premature babies across the globe. Premature babies are more likely to suffer from health and developmental issues due to being...
Swimming with Eczema
What is eczema? Eczema (also known as dermatitis) is highly individual in its nature and affects 1 in 5 children in the UK. It varies from person to person, comes in many different forms and is not contagious. Skin provides a strong, effective barrier that protects...
Why should children be introduced to swimming when they are babies?
Every parent is protective of their child(ren) and only want what is best for them - quite often we get asked “Why should I start my baby swimming early?” Fortunately we find this one very easy to answer! Swimming is hugely beneficial to health, development and...
Having a Wobble – Parents Information
Having a Wobble – Parents Information When your baby is unsettled in the water, cries frequently or indeed screams the place down on a regular basis; an Eaubaby course can seem like weekly torture, rather than the positive, calm and enjoyable programme you thought you...
Eaubaby Double-bagging System
This system comprises either a ‘washable swim nappy’ such as the Tots Bots ‘swim nappy’, an absorbent underlayer that is soft and comfortable and worn next to the skin, fastened with Velcro for a snug fit. This is topped by a ‘neoprene outer nappy, such as the Happy...
Overcoming A Fear Of Water To Swim With Your Child
At Eaubaby Swimming we aim to have our children comfortably and confidently swimming by the time they reach school age. Teaching babies from as young as 8 weeks old means we need each child to have a parent or guardian in the water with them. How many children are...
Preparing For Your Taster Session
In a pool Have fun in the water, smile and reassure baby all the time. Try chasing a toy or ball around the pool, if old enough encourage baby to reach for the toy. Practise holding on to the side, use your hands to cover theirs, put your knee under their bottom to...
Top Tips When Starting Swimming With Your Baby
Baby swimming is a rewarding experience and completely natural. The first year of a life is crucial in terms of a baby's development, as it is in this period that the brain grows most rapidly. Regular exercise plays a vital role in development with every movement they...