Tummy Tub- alternative baby bath (Tummy Tub)

Member Name: ballder2406

Product:	Tummy Tub
Date:	31/07/09 (34 review reads)
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Advantages: very soothing for baby, keeps them warm, can help with irritable/colicky babies

Disadvantages: quite pricey for a bucket! tricky to get the hang of holding the baby

I bought a Tummy Tub on reccomendations from family members, after reading reviews and in a bid to save space (we are unable to use our main bath because of the position of the shower screen!). Despite initial thoughts that perhaps I should have bought a bucket, I'm really impressed.

The baby is covered right up to their shoulders, so they stay warm and there's no need to rush. My boys are immediately soothed by being in the tub and we have not yet had a stressful bath time. The idea is that it is similar to being in the womb and it is clear from their reactions that they feel very at home.

It can be difficult initially to hold the baby without fear of it sliding under the water, but I found after a few uses that even a tiny newborn (5lb 15oz) needs only the slightest support around the back of their neck.

The fact that the tub is see-through means that you can see what you are washing (perhaps the main advantage over a bucket the same size!) and also makes for a lovely bath time experience- I love seeing the boys squirming around like they did in the womb and they are always very alert in the tub.

When I was looking for my tub, I found that very few shops stock them, so it may be hard to see one before you buy- I ordered online.

Summary: recommended space saver and for peaceful bath times