Step 4: Make a splash - Huggies® Little Swimmers®

Guide - Week 4

Keep it up once you've started - it's a great way to get you out of the house and exercising with your baby.
Make it fun with games like 'Peek a Boo' or chasing a toy across the pool - flick the toy forwards and encourage him to reach and stretch for it. Face baby towards you and walk backwards so he's moving forwards - then blow bubbles under the water as you move.
Bouncing baby up and down using the same words like 'Bouncy, bouncy' builds his confidence. And if he accidentally goes under the water, a bit of praise and a cuddle goes a long way to reassure him.
Seahorses are fun. Sit on a woggle, holding onto it while you support your baby. Most babies love bouncing up and down across the pool - you could even add a "Horsy" rhyme. Go on - this is no time to hold back!
When baby can sit up, sit him on the side of the pool and sing Humpty Dumpty. When you get to 'Humpty Dumpty had a great fall!' lift him down into the water with a splash.
Keep looking to make sure your baby's enjoying himself. As he becomes stronger and more adventurous, lessen your support and let him explore and experiment. Tons of praise will turn him into a budding swimmer who loves the water.
Find out what you both enjoy - and keep doing it. Simple as that!

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