How long should a kid hold their breath?

The average person can hold his breath for 30 to 40 seconds. People usually breathe about 12 times per minute, or once every five seconds. Babies are better at holding their breath than adults. read more

Kids with breath-holding spells usually start breathing within a minute. Call 911 if your child remains blue or is not breathing for longer than a minute. When to See the Doctor. If this is your child's first breath-holding spell, get medical care. Although breath-holding spells aren't harmful, it's good to get your child checked out. read more

If you're asking how long someone can hold their breath if they are relaxed in a pool, I would say 2 minutes is a reasonable time. With some understanding of the physiology involved and practice, most people are probably physically capable of about double that. read more