Raise up both of your arms so they are going straight out from your shoulders. Then, bend one arm in towards your body, as if you are preparing to sneeze into your hand. Keep the other arm straight.

Summary: Lift your arms out to your sides.

Although your child may not become a proficient swimmer until he's a few years old, you can start bringing him in the pool at a few months. From 6 to 12 months is usually considered a good time to introduce your child to the water because at this age children will absorb the skill faster. As long as you're gentle with your child and introduce him to the water gradually, you can begin as early as 6 months. Make sure your child, whatever his age, is healthy enough to begin swimming. If your child has any health conditions you should consult your doctor before beginning swimming lessons. If you have a young child just learning how to swim, you should be familiar with basic first aid. Knowing CPR can save your child's life. If your child is still in diapers, use a waterproof swim diaper to prevent any leaks and protect the health of other swimmers. Blow-up devices like water wings are popular, but not recommended by pediatricians. If these spring a leak while your child is swimming, he can sink. These devices can also slip off. Instead, use a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life vest. These should be available at most sporting goods and pool equipment stores. When buying a life vest, look for the U.S. Coast Guard-approved label. For small children, the vest should have straps that hook under the legs to keep it from slipping over the child's head. If you have a pool, make sure your child can't get to it. Learning how to swim may make your child overconfident of his abilities and he might try to swim when you're not looking. Avoid accidents by completely blocking access to the pool when it's not in use.

Summary: Learn when to begin. Assess your child's health. Learn about child CPR. Dress your child in a special swim diaper. Avoid air-filled flotation devices. Secure all gates, locks, and ladders to your pool.

Blue conveys a sense of peace and positivity, and is thought to promote creativity and independence. If you're feeling centered and positive, spread it to the people around you by wearing this color. Alternatively, if you are feeling stressed or anxious, consider putting on something blue. This may help you feel more calm. Colors like yellow, green, purple, and orange are perfect for conveying an excited, inspired mood. These colors also attract attention, so they're perfect to wear to parties or events. Remember that lighter, brighter colors may come across as young and immature. Try choosing simple, professional clothes in these colors if you're worried about being taken seriously. Red conveys assertiveness, courage, and passion, particularly in business settings. If you want to persuade or impress someone, red is a perfect choice. Wear it as a bold statement piece, such as a red jacket, shirt, or dress. Consider different shades of red. If a bright shade of red doesn't suit you, try a darker shade instead. If you're feeling extra artsy and creative, wear different colors that match and compliment each other. Try combinations such as orange and turquoise or pink and green. To avoid an overwhelming combination, try color-blocking with pieces in solid colors. Pastel colors such as mint, pink, and lavender have a friendly and relaxing effect. Put together a breezy outfit by including clothing items in these light, summery colors. Wear these colors on weekends, vacation, or any other relaxing time.

Summary: Wear blue if you're feeling calm and confident. Wear bright colors if you're feeling creative. Wear red if you want to feel strong and empowered. Mix colors to show off an artistic mood. Show a carefree, relaxed mood by wearing pastels.

Getting off to a good start on your first day back can be a challenge. Reduce overwhelm and streamline your day by focusing on just three priority tasks. This can help you feel productive and get you back in the swing of things without feeling so devastating. For instance, you might need to prioritize answering emails and phone calls, completing a past due project, and completing your expense report. Do your three priority tasks first. If nothing else gets done, you will at least have tackled the most important tasks. If your vacation took you to another time zone, you might have some trouble getting back in-synch. Or, if you have been staying up late with a new baby, mornings may be a challenge. Think about the times of the day when you are likely to have the most energy, attention, and focus. Schedule your priority tasks for this time period. For instance, you might feel groggy when you first get in, so it may be best to stick to answering emails. About two hours into your day, you may have the mental acuity to get started on more challenging tasks. Nothing makes a first day back to work longer than trying to stick it out until lunch. Break up your workday and revive yourself by taking a short break every hour or so. During your break, you might chat with a coworker, stretch, refill your water or coffee, or go for a walk outside. If you have minor tasks that can be better completed by someone else, activate your network. Most people fail to make use of the resources they have at hand, trying to do everything on their own. Don't make this mistakeask for help, if you need it. You might delegate household or childcare responsibilities to a spouse or family member. Similarly, you might delegate filing, answering emails, or researching tasks to an assistant. You might also have to delegate certain tasks that you are physically incapable of doing. For instance, if you just had a baby, you might need to avoid lifting heavy boxes for a while. You'll worsen your back-to-work blues if you log onto your favorite social media outlet. Not only will you spot photos on friends' feeds that cause vacation-envy, but you will likely lose a lot of time in the process. As a result, you'll be in a foul mood and struggling to catch up. Power off your cellphone unless you need it for work. Log out of social media apps and shut off notifications.
Summary: Select your three most important tasks each day. Schedule tasks according to your energy levels. Take breaks. Delegate tasks that don't require your attention. Stay off social media.