|
|
Bathtub Safety For Toddlers
Here are some bathtub safety tips to make tub time, a splish splashing goodtime!
Be Prepared! Before you put your little one in the tub, make sure your have all you will need within arm's reach. Some things you will need for your little one while he/she is taking a bath are: | Towel | Washcloth | | Soap | Soap | | Pajamas | Lotion | | Diapers | Diaper rash cream | | Comb |
Make sure all electrical items are out of reach so your child cannot pull it into the tub. Bath time! It is now time for your little one’s bath. But before you put him/her in, make sure to turn on the water and test it. Little ones have sensitive skin, so to be certain that the water is not too hot, check it by putting your elbow in the water. You can also test the water with the inside of your wrist.After testing the water, do not fill the tub with too much water. Two inches is enough for newborns and infants. Waist high is enough for older kiddies. Even at the toddler stage, it is important to keep one hand on your child while bathing them. Toddlers can be unpredictable, and may stand up when you least expect it. You can also add an extra layer of protection by putting a bathmat in the tub. However, some moms think that these bath mats are a pain to clean, so they teach their kiddies not to stand up in the tub. Until your child is at least 6 years old, never leave him/her unattended while taking a bath. Squeaky clean! If your little ones are like mine, you will have a wet floor from all the splashing while they were in the tub. So after you are finished washing your little one, make sure he/she steps on a non-slip bathroom rug when out of the tub. Wet floors can be very slippery, and can be a potential danger zone.
Return from Bathtub Safety Page to Water Safety Page
Return from Bathtub Safety Page to Home Page
|
|
