Baby boy swimwear for outdoor activities

Swimming happens to be one activity that baby boys can enjoy from the moment they are born. It helps to improve balance and coordination, and builds their muscles. On the whole, children who swim will show better balance in everyday movement. However, there are several things to keep a lookout for when letting your child swim. Wearing proper baby or toddler swimwear is one way to protect your children in the water.

Frequently asked questions for children and swimming

When is a good time for babies to start swimming?

Swimming is a form of movement that can be enjoyed since birth for babies and children, owing to being so similar to the natural environment within a mother’s womb. However, exposing your babies to pool water may increase risk to a variety of health issues if their immune system is under-developed. Therefore, a safe time to begin swimming is when babies are 6 months old and above.

Is it safe for my baby/children to swim?

The act of swimming itself may come naturally to your children. That being said, there are some precautions to take, such as regulating the baby’s or child’s temperature, and protecting them from pool environments where the chlorine content may be too high, resulting in skin conditions. Protect your children with proper baby boy or toddler boy swimwear.

What swimwear should my baby wear?

For a start, swim nappies may be essential for infants aged 0 to 3 months. These come in disposable or reusable types. In order to help regulate body temperature, ensure that the baby swimwear is capable of keeping them warm. For babies or children with skin sensitivity, it’s best to select baby or toddler swimwear that can help to keep the barrier cream in place.

Shop for baby boy swimwear at Mothercare

With Mothercare, you can rest easy knowing that we have the best baby and toddler swimwear to select from. While you are checking these out, you can also look at our wide range of baby travel essentials or even the latest fashion choices for your baby boys. Get $5 off with your first purchase online, and free delivery for purchases online over $60. Alternatively, you may opt to collect your items from any of our outlets in Singapore.