10 Amazing Tricks to Make Bathtime a Blast for Babies & Toddlers
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Does your little one throw a fit when it’s time to hop in the bath bath? Arms are flailing…tears are falling…and you wonder if the neighbors can hear the raucous next door.
At the end of a long day…the last thing you want is for bathtime to breakdown and become a full-on disaster. Bathtime should be your kiddo’s favorite part of the day… Full of magic, imaginative play, and new discoveries!
All you need is a few tricks up your sleeve to make your bathtime dreams a reality.
That’s why we’re sharing 5 must-have bathtime items to make your little one’s time in the tub a hassle and tear-free experience……Plus our top 10 tricks to make bathtime a blast for your baby or toddler.
…And we saved the best for last! Make sure to read to the end as #10 is our #1 trick for endless bathtime fun!
5 Bathtime Must-Haves:
Ready to make bathtime a tantrum-free experience? Start by grabbing these 5 must-have items!
- Kid-Friendly Bubble bath, Body wash, Shampoo, & Conditioner
Cleanse your little one’s sensitive skin with kid-friendly bubble bath, body wash, shampoo, and conditioner/detangler. Babies and toddlers will love these soothing — and deliciously smelling! — additions to their bathtime routine!
- Bath Mitt
Photo of Mushie Organic Cotton Bath Mitt
Ditch your old, scratchy washcloth and opt for an extra-soft bath mitt that’s gentle on your little one’s delicate skin (and gets the job done!). Get your scrub on with the DermaFrida Bath Mitt or the Mushie Organic Cotton Bath Mitt.
- Soothing Bathtime Aromas
Kick your little one’s cold with BreatheFrida Vapor Bath Bombs. These bath bombs are a must-have for surviving this year’s cold and flu season.
We also love the SleepFrida Sleep Vapor Bath Bombs. Like a lullaby for your little one’s nose…these eucalyptus and lavender bath bombs are perfect for helping your kiddo wind down for a sound night’s sleep.
Want to forego the bath bombs for drops instead? Get down to business and snag some SleepFrida Sleep Vapor Bath Drops or BreatheFrida Vapor Bath Drops.
- Bath Towel
Photo of Loulou LOLLIPOP Hooded Towel Set
There’s nothing worse than an unexpected meltdown after a magical bathtime experience…when your little one is cold, wet, and outright tired. Whisk them out of the tub and into their room with ease…and a buttery soft, super absorbent and quick drying towel!
For babies, we wouldn’t do bathtime without the Loulou LOLLIPOP Hooded Towel Set. And for toddlers and older kiddos, you can’t go wrong with a Luv Bug Towels — perfect for bathtime, pooltime and even beachtime!
- Post-bath Lotion
Help your little one wind down for bedtime — while keeping their skin super soft and smooth — with a baby/toddler massage! From ultra-sensitive and unscented varieties…to mega-moisturizing options with soothing scents… Check out some of our favorite lotions and oils — perfect for kiddos of all ages.
10 Amazing Bathtime Tricks to Make Bathtime a Blast!
Ready to make your little one’s bathtime their favorite part of the day? Let’s take a look at our top 10 bathtime tricks to make bathtime a blast!
- Bathtub Pals
Photo of BeginAgain barnyard bathtub pals
Moo, moo! Oink, oink! Calling all animal lovers!
Turn your little one’s tub into a whimsical farm or a magical ocean…They’ll get a kick out of imitating their favorite animals like the BeginAgain barnyard bathtub pals or BeginAgain bathtub pals. These chunky, yet oh-so-soft bath characters are perfect for toddlers who love to pretend play in the tub.
- Bathtub Books Perfect for Little Learners
Photo of Arctic Adventure Bath Book
Want to engage your little bookworm? Try out a new bathtime book to keep them entertained and stimulate their learning! Kiddos love playing with the walrus, narwhal, and seal in the Arctic Adventure Bath Book. Or maybe they’ll enjoy some peek-a-boo fun in a coral reef while going on a Deep Sea Dive!
Looking for more bathtime fan-favorites? HABA Bath Books are an amazing go-to. We also love It’s Bath Time! one of our most popular indestructible books that’s perfect for bathtime, playtime, or even car-time fun.
- Have a Ball During Bathtime
Photo of BeginAgain Bathtub Ball
Your little one will love diving into a world of underwater play with the BeginAgain Bathtub Ball. Not only is this perfect for babies developing their fine motor skills, the Shark Tank characters blow bubbles when submerged underwater — perfect for entertaining toddlers and older kiddos.
Can you guess who will be your kiddo’s favorite…? Maybe the master diver or octopus! There’s only one way to find out!
- Make a SPLASH!
Photo of Fat Brain Dimpl Splash
Ready to add a big splash to bathtime? Get ready for fun to overflow the second your kiddo befriends the Fat Brain Pail Pals and Fat Brain Dimpl Splash toy (especially if they’re fans of the Dimpl toys!).
From scooping and pouring to dunking and splashing…Your little explorer will have buckets of fun making it “rain,” seeing the starfish float and more! We love that all the pieces float in the water — perfect for hours of creative exploration.
- Storytime in the Bath
Photo of Tonies Disney Frozen 2
Mix up your little one’s bathtime by bringing their favorite stories to life!
Follow Anna, Elsa and Olaf on a voyage beyond Arendelle… Or maybe help rescue PAW Patrol’s police pup, Chase! Or soak in the classic stories of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and The Very Busy Spider…
Pop in your favorite story (or even your go-to children’s songs) into your kiddo’s Toniebox for a bathtime full of smiles, laughter, and giggles!
- Fun Suction Toys
Photo of Fat Brain pipSquigz
Does your baby get bored partway through bathtime? You need the ultimate keep-their-attention-toy: Fat Brain pipSquigz. Trust us, these are simple, but super effective!
Because what happens when babies and toddlers encounter playful colors, fun sounds, and super-suction? Poof! Your hum-drum bath has magically turned into a delightfully fun playtime!
- The Perfect Bathtub Playset
Photo of Fat Brain Timber Tots Bathtub Bay Playset
Want to make bathtime really feel like playtime for your kiddo? A bathtub playset is a no-brainer.
From the slip-and-slide and spinning propeller to the peek-a-boo game with Polo…the Fat Brain Timber Tots Bathtub Bay Playset is the ultimate bathtub playset for your little one. Our favorite part? We love that the crab changes color when wet!
- Bathtub Bubble Wands
Photo of Jack N’ Jill Bubble Bath
Bubbles are a classic bathtime favorite. And there’s something extra magical about creating your own bubbles… Kids of all ages will love “helping” make bathtub bubbles of all shapes and sizes! That’s why we love Jack N’ Jill Bubble Bath that comes with a fun bunny-shaped bubble wand.
- Take Bubble Baths to the NEXT Level!
Photo of Galaxy bath bombs
If your kiddo’s bubble bath has become a little ho, hum… It’s time to up your bubble bath game!
We absolutely love Bubble Whoosh! Instantly turn your kiddo’s bath into a frothy wonderland where their imagination can go wild. Bubble Whoosh transforms the water into vibrant, fun colors and fills the air with a fun, fruity scent.
Galaxy bath bombs are another must-have. These swirling planets fizz in the tub leaving a galaxy of bubbles behind!
10: Our #1 Bathtime Trick: Make it GLO
Photo of GLO Pals
We’re ready to shine a light (literally!) on our favorite bathtime trick! GLO Pals are the perfect way to entice your baby or toddler into loving bathtime by making the bathtub glo with their favorite colors! GLO Pals are liquid-activated — simply draw a bath, drop the pals and cubes in, and watch them light up!
For an extra dose of fun, dim the lights so that your little one’s GLO Pals really shine!
We hope these 10 bathtime tricks will make bathtime extra fun for your baby and toddler! Shop all these fun items (and more!) in the Babies in Bloom boutique.
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