Making Bath Time Lots of Fun for You and Your Baby

There are some key steps to follow to help make bath time fun for you and your baby.  Preparation, warmth, toys and a calm parent are a must.  Prepare all that you will need for the bath and it's aftermath before undressing your baby.  Be sure you include clothes to dress them into after their bath, to ensure a fast and easy transition from the tub into the warmth of clothes.  Babies don't like to be cold, so make sure that your bathroom is toasty enough to keep them from shivering when they come out of the tub dripping wet.  I don't know about you, but I really hate getting out of the tub when the bathroom is cold.  Toys are an excellent distraction in the tub.  They make getting your baby washed a whole lot easier.  Playing with them in the tub may also increase their comfort with the bath and the tub.  When it is time to get out of the tub, make sure that you take your baby out of the tub before you pull the plug as it may scare them.  The last and maybe most important suggestion that I would like to make is that you remain calm during the bath.  If you are getting frustrated and aggravated,  you can bet that your baby is too.  Setting up a washing routine may help keep you both calmer.  Washing in a particular order will help your baby build a routine for bathing.  I found that washing their hair last worked best with my children.  Find the routine that works best for your babies bath time and then stick to it.