Bathtub Safety
A lot of these bathtub rules seem pretty on-the-nose, but two thirds of every home drowning happens in the bathtub. That's more than the pool! So it is definitely something to be taken seriously. Babies can drown in mere inches of water, and it only takes seconds for them to get into trouble. Let us know how you baby proof your bathroom! What are some ways other parents can keep the kiddos safe during bath time?
Never leave a child alone or under supervision of another child.
Be sure to drain the tub as soon as your little one is safely out and wrapped in his cozy towel.
Install anti-scald devices on water faucets and shower heads. This will stop the flow of water if it gets too hot.
Get a spout cover to protect your baby from hitting her head on the spout.
Bath seats and rings are not safety devices. Smaller children can easily slip out of them and hurt themselves on the side of the tub, or in the water.
Use non slip mats inside and outside of the tub to prevent slips and falls.
Install a tub separator. This allows your baby to only have a certain amount of room in the tub and helps you control their environment.
Get everything ready in advance so you can stay with your child for bath time and not be distracted. Towel, face washer, clean nappy, and clean clothes.
Keep bathroom doors locked at all times. Place safety covers over doorknobs to keep kids from opening doors.
Always check the water temperature with a temperature sensing bath toy, or your wrist or inside of the arm before bathing your child.