What other moms have to say

There are many baby bath products available today, and this makes choosing the right ones for your baby even more confusing. For some, trial-and-error is the way to go. Others stick to brand names that they themselves used when they were babies. But like adults, each baby reacts differently to each product. What works for one may not necessarily work in the same way for another. So how then will you know which one to choose?

Learn from others

Don’t discount what you can learn from others. Ask around. There’s a possibility that your baby will react differently to a product that works for others but he or she is more likely to react in the same way as your friend’s baby. It might be trial-and-error but at least you won’t be completely in the dark.

It’s also logical to use brands that have been around for a long time. Staying power means people are satisfied with their products, which means that they offer quality – and quality is something that you should never scrimp on when it comes to your baby.

Go to the ‘experts’

It also helps to talk to other moms and experts who know more than you do when it comes to babies. Who should you talk to? Your mother is probably one of the best candidates because she knows exactly what you’re going through and will care about your baby as much as you. Next is your baby’s doctor since he or she understands the needs of your baby best. This is particularly helpful when your baby has special skin care needs.

You can also talk to other parents in your neighborhood or your friends. You can also join online discussions such as BabyFolk.Com. What is important is that you gather as much information as you can so that you can find the right bath product for your baby. If you’ve already found products that work, good for you. It’s now your turn to share what you know and help other parents find what works for them and their baby.

Baby bath safety

Besides choosing bath products that are safe to use, protecting your baby also involves keeping safe during bath time.

• For starters, always check to make sure that the water is not too warm. Some baby baths offer the convenience of changing colors when the temperature gets too high, but you can never be too sure.
• Always keep one arm in contact with your baby at all times, even if the baby bath is designed to relieve you from supporting the baby.
• Prepare everything in advance for your convenience. But if you forgot something in the other room, get your baby out from the bath and take him or her with you. Don’t even consider leaving your baby unattended in a bath, not even for just one second, since a water level of less than an inch is enough for a baby to drown in.
• Use a baby bathtub made of durable plastic, fitted with a wide lip to avoid splashing and a non-slip base.