Most kids can swim short distances independently – without floaties and without adult help – by around age 6 or 7, with consistent exposure and lessons. But again, that's just an average.

As the summer swim season approaches, water safety is of utmost importance. Did you know the use of floaties can actually be dangerous?

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Swim lessons are great, but they do not drown-proof ... what is developmentally appropriate for their individual child.” “Swimmies,” arm floaties, or puddle jumpers can give a false sense of ...

Virginia has seen a noticeable rise in drownings in children under 5 years old in swimming pools, with six children dying since Memorial Day, according to the Virginia Department of Health (VDH).

Drowning can happen in seconds and often without warning. Learn expert-approved tips on supervision, pool security, life ...

•Make sure pools have the proper safety features in place to help reduce the risk of injury.

As temperatures rise and families flock to the water to cool off, safety should be at the top of our minds, especially for those with young kids.

The Madison County Coroner says 7-year-old Santino Montreal Yancey-Hardwick’s death is being investigated as a drowning. The tragedy has raised concerns for parents about water safety for their ...