How to Bathe Baby in a Big Tub
Making the transition from sponge bathing to tub bathing can be scary. Having a child in any depth of water requires a careful eye to prevent accidental drowning or injury. Having the right supplies and having all your supplies ready to go can help make bathing baby in the big bath tub easier.
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Purchase a plastic tub or bathing seat for your baby. Plastic tubs or bathing seats are designed to fit into the big tub. These tubs are smaller and can help support a baby during his bath. They often have sponge lining on the inside bottom to prevent baby from slipping.
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Have your supplies all together. Before bathing baby, gather all of your supplies and put them in the bathroom. You'll need a washcloth or two, a towel, baby wash and a cup to help rinse your baby's hair.
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Invest in a small room heater. Babies can easily chill when coming out of the bathtub, and small infants can have a hard time warming up quickly. A small electric room heater can help keep your baby warm after a bath.
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Run only a few inches of water into the bathtub. If you are using a smaller tub in the tub, add only a few inches of water inside of that. Be sure to test the temperature of the water before emerging baby.
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Start with baby's hair. Use your cup to pour water over baby. Gently lather up your baby's hair with baby wash and then rinse thoroughly. Wash your baby's bottom last.
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Wash your baby's body. Start with his face and work your way down. Be sure to get in all the cervices of your baby's skin and to wash behind his ears. Use the cup and freshly run water to rinse your baby.
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Remove your baby from the bath and wrap him in a towel. Drain the tub water immediately.
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Tips & Warnings
A floating thermometer can help assure you that the temperature is safe for your baby. A baby's bath should be warm, not hot--90 degrees is a safe temperature.
Never leave your baby alone in the tub. Always keep the tub empty when not in use.
Use a minimal amount of soap or wash to avoid drying out your baby's skin.
