From the time my daughters were little, they loved a bubble bath. There was a concern back then about bubble bath safety due to the chemicals in the bubble bath. Now, my grandchildren love a bubble bath with organic bubble bath. From the smallest grandchild, “bubbles” is a word they learn early and bubbles in the bath are the best. Bubble baths are the best also for working mothers giving children a bath after a hard day’s work. Bubbles keep the grandchildren busy and entertained, giving their mothers a breather.
There seems to be still some concern about bubble baths and small children on www.babycenter.com:
Bubble baths have been linked to urinary tract infections (UTIs) so experts recommend avoiding them until your child is at least 3 years old. Bubble bath formulas, as well as strong soaps that contain deodorants or potent scents, can irritate the opening of your baby’s urethra (where urine comes out) if the soap is not rinsed off completely. “This makes it painful to urinate so the child ends up holding the urine and voiding incompletely, which can lead to UTIs,” says Shelly J. King, a pediatric urology nurse practitioner at the James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis.
According to the American Foundation for Urologic Disease, girls are more likely to get UTIs. In boys, UTIs occur almost exclusively in those younger than six months who are uncircumcised. To prevent UTIs in girls and boys:
●Don’t let your child soak in a tub full of soapy water or bubble bath.
●If your child is toilet trained, encourage her to urinate after bathing, This will empty her bladder of any bacteria that could lead to a UTI.
●If your child is prone to UTIs, or complains that urinating is painful after a bubble bath, avoid bubble baths altogether until puberty or at least until your child can thoroughly rinse her own bottom.
It can be difficult to know if your child has a UTI, especially if she’s too young to tell you about her symptoms. She may have a fever but no other signs of illness. She may wet her diapers more frequently than usual, or her urine may have a strong smell or be tinged with blood. If your child can talk, she may tell you it hurts when she urinates. Some children become very irritable, others vomit, have diarrhea, or don’t have their usual appetite. Because an untreated UTI can cause kidney damage, it’s important to see a doctor if you suspect your child has one. Learn more about urinary tract infections in babies and toddlers.
Bubble bath is a great gift for Grandma to bring on a visit as it is a desired luxury item for the grandchildren. This Grandma has bought at least a dozen varieties for my grandchildren to try. The newest bubble bath formulas are 100% organic. This Grandma does not know if that makes a difference, but we have not found any problems with the top three my youngest daughter loves:
100% Pure Organic Kids Strawberry Ice Cream Bubble Bath. This is rated number two on Amazon but my daughter thinks it is number one for smell. She says it smells the best on her children, but says the negative to this bubble bath is that you need to use a lot to get bubbles. Click here to buy for about $14.
The next two are also sold locally in Whole Foods, which makes it easy to pick up when Grandma visits:
My True Nature Dewey’s Baby Bubble Bath, Bubble by Nature Baby Soft Scent. My daughter loves this bubble bath. She says that the grandchildren come out smelling like a newborn baby.
Click here to buy a small four ounce size for about $7.00.
Episencial Peaceful Bubbles. My daughter is into smell, as you can see, and this also smells wonderful and makes great bubbles. Click here to buy an eight ounce size for about $13.
Another bath time bubble gift is bubbles or bubble machines that work in the bathtub. These are also great favorites for even the youngest grandchildren:
Summer Infant Tub Time Bubble Maker. This Grandma has bought this machine more than once. It is great fun but does not last long, so be forewarned. Click here to buy for about $11.
Alex Blow Bubbles in the Tub. This Grandma has bought this more than once. It is used so much it does not last long. It suction cups to the wall. Click here to buy for about $6.
Another Grandma tip: Face Time works great when grandchildren are in the bath. The grandchildren are contained and animated. It makes for a great long distance grandma visit with
Joy,
Mema
Comments