Baths for baby
Products for bathing a newborn have diversified to include all kinds of baby supports to use in the kitchen sink, and foldaway varieties to save on space. It’s now up to you to choose something user-friendly that takes the hard work out of bathing baby. Here's some inspiration for when you go shopping for a bath for your baby.
*All (non-sale) prices and availability correct as at time of publishing, 28 October 2016.
Wash baby in the kitchen sink while she’s snuggled cosily in the plush surrounds of the Blooming Bath. RRP$74.00 from babyfirst.co.nz.
The Flexi Bath folds easily together and can be stored flat against the wall, in a cupboard or under a bed, and is also easy to pop in the car or suitcase for travelling. Also great for supervised water play for older children. For comfort and safety the bottom of the baby bath has a non-slip surface. $89.95 from NatureBaby.
For a traditional, sturdy model, there’s the Roger Armstrong Oasis bath, $39.99 from babycity.co.nz.
Save your back with the Infasecure Self Drain Bath with Hose. Simply place in the bath or on the kitchen bench so draining the water is easy. $39.99 from the babyfactory.co.nz
The Boon Folding Bath can be folded flat and hung on the wall from its inbuilt hook. Price: $139.00 from babyonthemove.co.nz.
Skip Hop MOBY Smart Sling 3-Stage Baby Tub is a versatile bathtub that grows with baby through three stages. The sling locks into two ergonomic positions: higher for full-body support and lower for seated support. Dual layered mesh and comfort-edge construction securely cradles baby from head-to-toe. The slings adjusts to a cushioned seat that comfortably supports babies learning to sit. $89.99 from babycity.co.nz
The Karibou Folding Baby Bath makes travel and storage easy, and the extra leg support with non-slip material allows you to use it on any flat surface, the built-in hook feature allows you to store and hang drying on shower head after every use, heat sensitive bath plug is also included to indicate the water temperature for your baby’s safety. $69.99 from babycity.co.nz
The original Tummy Tub, made in Holland and endorsed by midwives around the world, provides a comfortable womb-like environment which is wonderfully comfortable for baby. Baby sits in a calming foetal position within the smooth boundaries of the tub as you bathe them. $49.94 from bathandpottytime.co.nz
The Puj Baby Bath is really a soft, non-slip cradle that fits in the sink. It's light as a feather and your baby is so well supported in the tub that you can use both hands to wash. (You can tell this bath was designed by a mum!) Unfold and hang it flat on a hook for easy bathroom storage. $79.95 from bathandpottytime
The Babyco Baby Bath has a plug which makes emptying the dirty water simple, and an integrated soap dish, ensuring the soap doesn't get lost in the water. $19.99 from the babyfactory.co.nz
Products for bathing a newborn have diversified to include all kinds of baby supports to use in the kitchen sink, and foldaway varieties to save on space. It’s now up to you to choose something user-friendly that takes the hard work out of bathing baby. Here's some inspiration for when you go shopping for a bath for your baby.
*All (non-sale) prices and availability correct as at time of publishing, 28 October 2016.
