Angelcare Soft Touch Bath Support - Aqua(Pack of 1)

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First-time parents often like the security of using a baby bath and, if your bathroom only has a shower or you’re going to be staying somewhere with no bath, it can come in very handy. Nicely, it has a comfy hammock for your baby to lie in made of a mildew-resistant rubber mesh that feels warm to touch. It’ll leave your baby sitting in a lovely position for play too, to get both them and you excited about bath time, and they should be super comfy. It’s still light enough to carry even when full and its compact size means the water can come right up to your baby’s shoulders. It's important to remember that babies of any age can drown very quickly in just a few centimetres of water, with no noise or struggle.

Using a baby bathtub with some kind of support and a non-slip floor helps with this, but if you don’t have one with those features, just keep one arm behind their head and shoulders at all times, with your hand supporting them. A baby bath isn’t a necessity and many parents will tell you that they got by just fine without one.It has a non-slip base to keep it steady on hard surfaces (like your bath) and an insert that stops your baby from slipping down. There are drain holes in the seat so bath water can pass through as you rinse your little one and suction cups to hold it secure. Strip your baby down to their nappy and wrap them in a towel while you first wash their face and then hair, leaning them over the bath. Immerse your precious one in a world of love, comfort, and joy with Angelcare®’s bathing collection. To be used from six months when your baby can sit up, it’s an investment as the decent size means it’ll last a long time.

A built-in seat stops your baby from sliding down and leaves you hands-free; while a soft foam headrest ensures they are comfy to enjoy their soak. Many baby baths have supports for the head and shoulders or come with a sling to keep babies secure. We’ve included recommendations of baths for tiny bathrooms, baths for homes with no bath at all, baths for travel, and even blow-up baths, so we think you’ll find the right option for you and your family here. It can just as easily be used on the nursery floor or wherever your baby is happiest being bathed, and the rubber feet mean it stays steady on any surface.The bum support in this bath is reassuring for younger ones, plus it's adjustable as your baby grows (though it’s only suitable up to 12 months). New guidelines from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) actually advise against using one, because of the false sense of security a bath seat can give. Some parents have complained that the design of the support and the low water fill line makes it seem like baby is sitting in a puddle.

Dry their hair off gently with the towel, then remove their nappy, clean the nappy area and get ready to lift them into the bath. Your baby will love it and this Mumsnetter really rates having an inflatable bath at home and on travels (as it can deflate). Then we looked at advice from the NHS and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) to check that the baths we were looking at complied with their bath safety advice. If your child loves having a bath, you might want to do it every night as part of a relaxing bedtime routine. Have everything ( baby shampoo, a baby towel, nappies etc) to hand first because you mustn’t leave your baby in the bath unattended, even for a second.Our Mumsnetters seem to like this bath seat and the Angelcare brand is appreciated amongst parents - that’s why it’s on our list twice! Lots of babies with colic prefer this as they remain upright and newborn babies find this soothing as it reminds them of the womb. You can certainly get by without one (and many parents have), but first-time parents often say they find a mini bath or bath seat useful for taking some of the worry out of handling a slippery baby.

We've vetted everything from the best breast pumps to the best baby bottles, as well as baby essentials like the best changing bags and sippy cups. You’ll be hands-free too, as your baby is completely supported, so you can wash and play easily - more fun for both of you! Award-winning and incredibly popular with Mumsnetters, the Shnuggle offers something a little different to most baby baths.Just remember to always check the water temperature before you put your child into the bath, never leave your child unattended (even for a second), use a non-slip bath mat and wipe up any floor puddles straight away. Look for non-slip areas on any hard plastic parts so that, as they get bigger and move around, they're less likely to wriggle and slip. If you have any issues with your back, a freestanding bath offers you the freedom to bathe your baby wherever you like. But you will find a rubber base to stop the bath from moving around on the floor, and a textured bottom to prevent your baby from sliding around inside.