People with Marfan syndrome may have: 1  A tall, thin build. 2  Long arms, legs, fingers, and toes and flexible joints. 3  Scoliosis, or curvature of the spine.  A chest that sinks in or sticks 1  out. Crowded teeth.  Flat feet.
The new guidelines, however, do not extend to all children under 4. The AAP still does not recommend swimming lessons before age 1, and says children with motor or cognitive disabilities may not be not be ready for swimming lessons until a later age. Drowning is the second-leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 19, according to the AAP report.
When can my child start bathing himself? Q: When can my child start bathing himself? A: Between 15 and 18 months, a toddler usually has enough coordination to lather up certain body parts, but you should still lend a hand to make sure he gets clean and doesn't decide to taste-test the soap. Arm your child with a small washcloth or mitt, soap, and a plastic cup for rinsing and let him go to work.