By getting acquainted with this book, written by a doctor, president of the Medical Committee of the International Federation of Swimming Enthusiasts, parents who have a baby or other adults, family members will be able to teach him (before he starts walking!) Swimming in a home bath. The scientifically based material cited by the author, the statements of famous Soviet and foreign specialists, scientists, letters from parents convincingly show the great importance of one of the newest, widely available means of physical education of children.