Can my baby swim if he has a cold? Don't do this again.

If the baby is healthy, swimming is good for his physical development, but if the baby has a cold, it is best not to take the baby swimming, because swimming can easily cause the baby to catch a cold, which will make the cold worse.

1. Can babies swim if they have a cold or cough?

It is not recommended for babies to go swimming if they have a cold or cough. The most taboo thing when your baby has a cold and cough is to let the baby catch a cold again. At this time, the baby's resistance is very weak, and going out for swimming can easily make the baby catch a cold and aggravate the condition. Moreover, babies with colds and coughs do not have enough physical strength. Swimming at this time will not serve as exercise, but will consume the baby's physical strength, which is not conducive to recovery from the cold. In addition, swimming and diving can induce otitis media due to the pressure, so you should be more careful, especially after a cold. Children under 5 years old have a higher incidence of otitis media.

2. Experts’ advice on whether babies with colds can swim:

1. Swimming can improve the baby's intelligence in many ways and is highly efficient. However, when the baby has a cold, the immunity is reduced, so it is best not to swim. Pay attention to adjusting your baby's diet, supplementing nutrition, and improving your baby's resistance.

2. You cannot swim if you have a fever. Get enough rest and drink plenty of water. It is also necessary to measure body temperature and check for infection. For colds, good rest is crucial. Try to let your child sleep more, reduce outdoor activities appropriately, and don't let your baby get tired.

3. Swimming after having a fever may cause you to catch a cold and worsen your condition, so it should be avoided. It is recommended to keep warm, drink plenty of water, and monitor body temperature. If it exceeds 38.5℃, medication should be taken under the guidance of a doctor in a timely manner, and ice compresses and ice pillows should be used on the head to avoid the possibility of high fever convulsions. When a baby has a cold, he should rest in bed and eat liquid or soft food.

4. You can’t go because when you have a fever, your pores will become unbalanced, either opening or closing. If it is in a closed state, it will affect the child's body temperature. If it is in a relaxed state, it will cause the child's fever to become more serious. It is still necessary to see a doctor for treatment! For babies with decreased appetite, mothers should prepare some easily digestible foods.

3. Precautions for baby swimming

1. The water temperature should be appropriate and should be maintained at 26℃ to 30℃. The height of the water should depend on the height of the baby, as long as the baby's feet are at a certain distance from the bottom of the pool when floating.

2. The neck collar for baby swimming must be inspected for safety, such as whether it is leaking and whether the safety buckle is functioning normally. Also, pay attention to whether the size of the collar is suitable for the baby's neck.

3. When putting the baby into the water, be sure to be gentle to avoid making the baby nervous. When putting the baby into water, parents should always pay attention to the baby's skin color and complexion.

4. Feed your baby before swimming to ensure the baby's energy supply. To control your baby's swimming time, 15 minutes each time and once a week is enough.

5. After the baby finishes swimming, you should immediately wipe off the water on the baby's body with your hands to prevent the baby from catching a cold. If your baby shows any abnormalities in his body later, you should consult relevant professionals immediately.

6. Babies with certain diseases are not suitable for swimming, such as otitis media, broken skin, infectious diseases and heart disease. It is worth mentioning that all parents should consult a doctor before letting their baby swim.