I taught all four of my children to swim from the time they were babies, starting on the very first day they were born. For more than fifty years, I’ve also been teaching parents how to teach their babies to swim. Every experience has been pure joy — for the parents, for the baby, and for me.

If you’re thinking about how to teach your baby to swim, you have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Here’s why:

Many modern baby products seem helpful but actually slow down development. Glenn Doman, a pioneer in child development, warned that restricting a baby’s movement can harm brain growth. Devices like baby walkers, playpens, and strollers limit natural mobility, while handheld screens keep kids sedentary. Instead of confining babies, give them space to crawl, creep, and explore—movement is key to both physical and brain development.

Putting your baby on the floor and giving them the freedom to move, or ‘tummy time,’ is essential because it allows babies to begin developing their strength, coordination, and motor skills. Every time your baby moves their arms and legs while on their belly, their brain receives valuable feedback, helping them grow stronger and healthier.

In this blog post, Spencer Doman from Doman Learning shares five beloved books from his childhood that inspired his love for reading. Discover how these timeless classics, including Monkey-Monkey's Trick and Charlotte's Web, can spark your child's imagination and create special bonding moments during reading time.