For some kids, taking a bath is a fun playtime where they also happen to get clean. But for other kids, having to take a bath is like a unique form of torture. And even for some parents, bathing their kids can be a stressful and messy experience.
Luckily, bath time doesn’t have to be something that your family dreads each day. To help you see how this can be possible, here are three tips to help make bath time with kids easier.
Make A Bath Part Of Their Routine
If you’re a parent that doesn’t like bathing your kids, you probably make bath time something that only takes place when it’s absolutely necessary. But by doing things this way, you can encourage your kids to fight you on bath time when you finally get around to making it happen.
To avoid this, Kallie Provencher, a contributor to Moms.com, recommends that you make bath time a part of their routine so that they know when to expect it to happen and will more willingly comply with getting in the tub. Even if you don’t stick your kids in the bath every day, if you do choose to start bathing your kids at the same time of day each time, be it right before bed or during the day, you may find that getting your kids into and out of the bath becomes much easier for you.
Prep Before You Start The Bath
Another thing you can do to make bath time easier for yourself is to take a few moments to prep the bath before you actually get your kids into the tub.
Especially when your kids are little, you really can’t leave them unattended in the bath for even a few seconds. Knowing this, it’s vital that you get everything you might need for the bath prior to plugging up the bathtub and getting the water ready. According to Kate Stahl, a contributor to PopSugar.com, some of the items you’ll want to have within arm’s reach while bathing your kids include shampoo, soap, a bath towel, and any toys that your kids might want to play with.
Find Ways To Make Bath Time Safer
One thing that can make bath time easier is if you’re able to make bath time safer.
To keep your kids safe while in the bath, Kathryn Hayward, a contributor to Today’s Parent, recommends that you put a non-slip bath mat into the tub. Especially if your kids love to stand up while in the bath, you’re going to want something on the floor of the tub that will help them have better traction. You can also get a towel or thick bath mat to put on the floor so that any water that gets splashed out of the bath won’t make the bathroom floor too slippery.
If you find yourself and your kids having a hard time when it comes to taking a bath, consider using the tips mentioned above to help you make this part of your day easier on everyone.
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