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Making Bath Time Fun And Safe
For Your Baby
By Sarah Veda
As your baby grows larger, that
little tiny counter top bathtub will become a thing of the past. But, putting a
baby into a big bathtub can be frightening for both of you. Here are some ideas
to make bath time fun and safe for you and your little one.
Take a bath together
Your baby will love having you play and splash with her, especially if she is a
little afraid of the big bathtub. This works best when baby is old enough to sit
up on her own, so you don’t have to hold her the entire time.
Buy a bath ring
Bath rings are great for babies who can’t sit unsupported just yet, because they
keep the baby from slipping down into the water
Try an inflatable bathtub
Inflatable tubs fit snugly down inside your bath tub. They are soft, with big
puffy sides that help keep baby upright. Plus, these tubs make the large tub
seem a little smaller and less overwhelming to the baby. I found this to be a
great way to transition my children into the big tub.
Buy lots of bath toys
If your child is a little fearful of the tub, the best way to deal with the fear
is to take his mind off it. There are loads of toys for the bath, from a plain
old rubber ducky, to battery operated fish that swim around, to paints designed
for writing right on the walls. Find the right combination of bath toys, and
only let him play with them in the bath, and you should be able to turn bath
time into the favorite time of day.
Color the water
There are some great bath time products that can color your bath water. Children
are delighted to be able to pick the color of the bath. It’s a great way to
teach colors, too!
A couple of final words about bath time - be sure you are using children’s bath
products. The last thing you want is a child who is already fearful of the bath
getting soap or shampoo in his eyes. Plus, adult products can be drying and
cause skin irritation. And, never leave baby unattended in the bath, not even
for a second. The bath can be loads of fun for your child, but only if it’s
safe, too.
About the Author: Sarah is a 41 year old wife and mother of two boys and one
girl. She spent many years as a manager in the corporate world, and gave it up
to be a stay at home mom. Click here
now and get her incredible baby minicourse – absolutely free.
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