How Does an Infant Bathtub Work?
Help With Bathing An Infant An infant bathtub is used to aid in bathing a baby. Bathing a baby in a large, adult-sized bathtub or even in a smaller sink can be a difficult process. Wet babies are squirmy, slippery, and tend to cry when they don’t feel secure, which is usually the case when being bathed in a bathtub or in a sink, which are really made for dishes, not babies. Therefore, most parents use an infant bathtub when bathing an infant. It comes in two basic styles: stand-alone tubs or bathing seats. Stand-alone Infant Bathtub A stand-alone infant bathtub is a miniature bathtub. It is shaped to cradle a baby and make her feel more secure. It is usually made of plastic and often has a foam or plastic lining so that the baby is not lying on a hard surface. The tub is shaped with a slanted back so that the baby is lying at an angle in the tub, with her upper body sitting up slightly. This design keeps her head out of the water. Some models have a drain with a plug at the bottom so t
