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Swimming lessons for children are a good idea, but experts are divided on the age when these should start – the recommended age varies from three months to four years;
sessions should be no more than 30 minutes, as children are at increased risk of hypothermia;
excessive submersion is not a good idea, as it could lead to water intoxication;
all pools should be fenced off;
children should never swim without adult supervision.
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