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\u2b50 When can babies start swimming? \u2b50<\/span><\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udc9a Babies can start as early as you’d like! They have a natural affinity with water and it\u2019s safe to swim with them straight away at one of our Hydrotherapy pools.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udc9a When booking, look out for classes at hydrotherapy pools as these are kept at a minimum temperature of a snuggly 34\u00b0C, so babies under 12 weeks or 12lbs are kept warm.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udc9a All of our other pools are suitable once babies are 12 wks OR 12lbs in weight<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udc9a NHS guidelines state babies can go swimming both before their vaccinations so there\u2019s no need to wait. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udc9a Swimming is an essential life skill, and introducing your baby to the water can be a beautiful bonding experience for both of you. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Whenever you’re ready, we\u2019re here to help you make a splash!<\/span><\/div>\n
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