MamasHealth.com Home Swimming Pages Avoid overtraining Avoid sunburn Lap swimming etiquette Swim gear guide Swimming benefits Swim safety for children Swim strokes Swim tips Water exercises Water safety Water tools Swimstroke demonstrations Email Mama High elbow catch Power stroke Tone your abs	A swimming pool in the yard can be very dangerous for children. Use the tips below to keep your water activities safe. Water Safety Tips Learn CPR. Make sure your baby-sitter knows CPR. Teach your children to swim. Never leave young children unattended, even for a minute, in a bathtub, swimming pool, lake, ocean, or stream. If you must leave the pool area because of doorbells, phone calls, chores or conversations, take the child with you, and make sure the pool gate latches securely when it closes. Fence all home pools and keep the gate closed and locked. Remove all toys, tricycles from the vicinity of the pool. Always wear life preservers when boating. Avoid drinking alcohol when swimming or boating. Never swim alone. Teach your children good pool or spa safety habits. Never dive into water unless you know beforehand how deep it is. Know your limits. Do not over-exert yourself. Avoid standing on wet surfaces or being in water during a lightening storm. Keep lifesaving equipment, such as a pole, life preserver and rope - in the pool area. Stay out of strong currents. Do not overload your boat. If your boat turns over, stay with the boat until help arrives. Encourage your neighbors to follow pool safety guidelines. Teach your children the most effective way to get out of the pool or spa quickly. Do not allow glass in the pool or spa area.	Advertise on MamasHealth.com
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