Safety 1st Swivel Bath Seat, Pink (Pack of 1)

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It's really soft and comfy, I love that she just lies on it but doesn't roll as the way it's curved keeps her in the middle of the seat.

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The seat has suckers on the bottom which keep it secure in the bath and it's easy to clean," said Lucy, mum of 3 year old boy and 7 month old girl. Whether your child can sit upright unaided – If your baby cannot confidently sit upright on their own then you should opt for a bath support. I'm never worried that her face will go under the water which is always a worry in a stand alone bath. I love the strong suction of the legs, it's so hard to pull off unless you toggle the little handles to release it meaning I know she can't topple the seat herself," praised Jessica, mum of 2 little girls. They rely on a number of sources, including our independent reviews, testing undertaken during the MadeForMums Awards, and feedback from our home testing panel and Top Testers Club.

This ensures that they can be kept warm on leaving the bath, and a parent does not have to leave them to obtain such". She has a First-Class Honours Psychology degree where she developed a strong interest in child development.

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The suction pads are super strong and have a little tab on each pad for easy release and they are far enough away from your baby's arms so there's no risk of them playing with them. Fellow MFM home tester Kirstie, mum of 2 girls also uses the Shnuggle bath and said, "it's padded on the back and has a wedge at the bottom so even little babies are wedged in and you only need one hand to hold them". There are products which fold away for storage and travel and others which feature attached toys to help add a little extra joy to bath time. They are not intended to keep a baby safe in the bath, but are rather an aid to make bath time easier. There are a range of styles available suitable for various ages, from newborns to toddlers, and we have a number on our list that you may be able to use right up to the age of 2.It is recommended that a towel, clean clothes and nappy are placed beside the bath before a baby is placed into it. He is 7 months old and between the 91st-98th percentile and I feel he still has room to grow in the seat. But as individual children meet this milestone at different ages, it is better to wait until they are able to sit confidently before introducing a bath seat, as opposed to focussing on a set age," advises Susan.

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A wriggly newborn, bubbles and soap can spell chaos, especially if you’re bathing more than one child at a time.Therefore, to provide you with the best advice on using a bath seat or support safely, we asked Susan Wallace, Cheeky Rascals product safety expert and owner of baby sleep consultancy Settled Petals, a few important questions to assist you when using a bath seat. During her teenage years she worked as a play worker and Brownie volunteer to support children's play. If your baby is almost at the maximum weight, it may be a good idea to get one that will last until they are bigger.

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MFM home tester Jessica, mum of 2 boys said, "it made bathing my boys so much easier as I knew the built-in seat helped support them and stopped them sliding underwater". MFM parent tester Hayley, mum of 2 boys, also loved that it was soft and comfortable and warmed up to the temperature of the water. She can sit up but is still a bit wobbly so this is perfect for her; it provides good support but allows her to play with toys in the bath around her. However, it can be a bit awkward getting the hold of your newborn baby right in the bath at first as the seat is a funny size/angle for when they are really small," said MFM home tester Lucy, mum of 3 year old boy and 7 month old girl. However, Susan says, "if you find that your baby instinctively slumps down and is unable to maintain an upright sitting position, they may be better suited to a reclined bath support".MFM parent tester Jennifer, mum of 2 daughters, aged 10 and 1 said, "the Dreambaby bath seat was an absolute lifesaver for us as my daughter is a very active baby.