What are Baby Bath Seats

Baby bath seats are those cute little stand that sits directly in the tub or sink, allowing the child to be placed inside and your hands to be free to wash.  They come in an assortment of sizes and shapes and many have decorations or toys attached to keep the baby occupied while you bathe them. Millions of parents and caregivers use them every day.

These bath seats are generally designed for children 5 to 10 months old that still need a little support for sitting upright. The legs have suction cups that attach to a flat surface to keep the seat from sliding with child’s movements or the motions of the water and the leg holes are slightly narrowed to prevent the infant from slipping out.

Most baby bath seats are made of a durable mesh or plastic and safe paint that does not fade from repeated use in water. Some have pillows to prop the smaller child up, while others have straps to keep the larger child in. All of them come with a mandatory caution to never leave your child unattended in the seat around water.

The benefit of using a baby bath seat is that it allows for a hands free experience where there is no worry of dropping a slippery or wiggling child while reaching for a wash cloth. It also allows the baby to play and actually enjoy the bath, which increases the likeliness of parental bonding.

Another nice thing about baby bath seats is that the cost is relatively low, depending on which model you choose and most come standard with colorful design meant to capture the child’s eye away from your hands.

How to Pick Baby Bath Seats

All baby bath seats are required to have tag of basic information and warnings, as are their packages, so you can see them before you buy. This label will tell you the average age of the child recommended for that product, what it’s made of, and that it complies with all Consumer Product Safety Commission requirements.

Compare this information to not only the baby you are planning to use it for, but also the environment you plan to use it in. Will it fit in your tub or sink? Do you need a bath seat with an extra handle or one with no decals? Is the seat high or wide enough? Be picky and of course, never leave the baby alone in the bath seat, even for a few seconds while you answer the phone. Hundreds of children have been lost while a door or phone was answered.

Did you Know about Baby Bath Seats

Studies suggest that taking a leisurely bath with the baby, immediately creates an adventure bond for the child, something they’ll look forward to every time they see you getting the baby bath seat off the shelf!

In May of 2011, the US CPSC approved newer, tougher requirements for baby bath seats. It was the first infant and toddler product to have laws changed by the new Consumer Safety Improvement Act.

 

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