Os benefícios da natação para bebês dos 6 aos 24 meses: uma revisão de literatura

Abstract

Swimming is an expansive modality, as it can be practiced from birth to old age. The lessons given in the first months of life are called "swimming for babies". The aquatic activities help in the physical, cognitive, socio-affective development and consequently in their personality and intelligence, in an integral way. to describe the importance of swimming old children. literature review of national and international articles, in the databases: Latin American and Caribbean Literature in Health Sciences (LILACS), Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO), among other publications in the health area from 2005 to 2022. this practice goes beyond mere physical activity, as it extends to the relationship between mother and baby. Conclusion: among the benefits, the stimulation of the development of fine and gross motor skills stands out, stimulation of the central nervous system, strengthening the relationship between the baby and the accompanying adult, development of different skills in water, such as: independence, confidence and safety in the environment.