Water is hazardous for young children. A baby or toddler can drown in less than an inch of water.
Pool drains are one of the top biggest hidden home hazards the suction from a pool drain can be strong enough to hold even an adult underwater. Missing covers often cause the problem.
Make sure the water is warm enough, preferably between 84 and 87 degrees.
Don't put a baby less than 6 months old under the water. Although infants naturally hold their breath under water, they continue to swallow.
Take an infant/child CPR course.
If you have a plastic wading pool, drain it and store it in an upright position after each use. If you have a permanent pool, make sure it's enclosed with a fence that's at least 4 feet high, and lock the gate leading to the pool after each use. After swimming, remove any toys from the water and deck.
Make sure the pool equipped with rescue equipment and a readily accessible phone for emergencies.
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