
Infant Pool Safety

Pool chemicals
If you maintain your own pool, or even if you have someone do it for you, then you are probably aware that there are many chemicals used to keep the pool free of bacteria, algae, etc. These chemicals go beyond just chlorine. The list can include harsher chemicals, such as acid. It is important to monitor the levels in your pool. Chlorine levels, acidity, PH levels and so on. If the levels are too low, bacteria and algae can form in the pool, which can lead to potential health problems, especially for infants and toddlers. If the levels are too high, it can cause skin irritation for infants and adults alike. Saltwater pools can be infinitely more conducive to accommodating babies’ sensitive skin. Along the same lines, you will want to be sure that babies swallow as little pool water as possible. If you are confronted with a pool that obviously smells of chlorine, consider avoiding it altogether if your baby is in tow.Body temperature
Another thing to keep in mind when swimming with infants is water temperature. Infants do not regulate body temperature as well as adults, or even toddlers do. As mentioned earlier, babies have much more skin surface area in relation to their body weight, which is the primary reason for their sensitivity to temperature. Their temperature tends to fluctuate more. Test the water to ensure that the temperature is suited for younger children before just diving in with them. Ideally, a pool will be between 85 and 87 degrees Fahrenheit. If you notice that your baby feels especially cold or is he starts to shiver, it is definitely time to get out. Alternatively, babies are also sensitive to warm water and should under no circumstances go into especially warm pool water or a hot tub.Swim diapers

Leave a Reply