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Make Bathtime Fun

What can I do to make bathtime fun?

It is up to you to equate bathtime with fun. Sing your baby through the bath from the beginning and then the positive associations will begin early on. When your baby is old enough to play, incorporate bath toys into the mix. Little rubber animals work great as does a mini beach ball. This will help make bathtime something your baby looks forward to.

How often and with what can I wash my baby?

As for washing, make sure to be very gentle and remember that most of us have a tendency to oversoap but babies don't get that dirty. Their hair doesn't need shampoo each day and their bodies need little soap. As long as their hands get clean, and their bodies and hair get wet, you are most likely all set.

Has anyone showered instead of bathed their babies?

Archer hated the bath for months. Bathing him was a nightmare so we turned, instead, to showers. He would sit with me on the mat and enjoy the water hitting his little body. And now that he stands and walks and is a big kid, the shower is a delight, instead of a war. (Sometimes you have to pick your battles, right?)

For any of you dealing with bath-time as a hard time for your kids, I suggest skipping the bath and going right for the shower. It's worked for us/works thus far. Although, come to think of it, it would be nice to be able to take a shower in peace. (Ah, the good 'ol days...)

-Rebecca @ Girl'sGoneChild