Bath time is one of the most precious bonding moments that a mother and her baby can have.

It can be a daunting task especially for first-time parents. But equipped with knowledge and the right bathing essentials, this can be fun and memorable. Safety 1st shows how bath time can be a breeze and the perfect way to spend quality time with your baby.

First thing to remember is that it’s crucial to bathe your baby at the right time—when your little one is not too full or not too hungry. This way, the baby feels comfortable, lessening the chances of unnecessary crying which may cause stress on you both.

Be sure to also gather all supplies before you begin, to avoid having to lift baby every now and then to pick up anything you might have forgotten.

For this task, a bathtub that is safe and made with high-quality materials is your best friend. The Safety 1st Space Saver Infant Tub provides your baby with a full-length foam pad for nonslip security and comfort. It’s also foldable and portable, and built with convenient accessory holders for bath necessities.

The Safety 1st Newborn-to-Toddler Bathtub is the essential bath time buddy for bigger babies of up to 2 years old. It has SlideGuard contours to keep the baby steady and also has shower hooks for easy drying and storage.

There’s also the Safety 1st Bath Cradle, which features a nonslip, foam-edged hammock structure to support your newborn’s head, neck and back.

Once the bathtub is ready, fill it with warm water, making sure the temperature’s just right. Carefully place your infant in the tub, always supporting  with one hand.

Start on baby’s face, wiping it in gentle strokes with a washcloth in your hand. Begin cleaning the eyes from the inner portion going outwards, then move toward the mouth and chin area. Take extra time here as this is where milk usually pools. Don’t forget to clean the inner and back of the ear as well.

After this, wash baby’s body with a loving caress on his neck, torso, underarms, fingers, legs, and toes—but be careful when using a mild soap since this can cause his or her skin to dry.

Move on to the diaper area and a shampoo afterwards, but remember to be delicate with baby’s head.

After a nice, warm bath, dry baby off with a soft towel and watch him/her coo in delight with your every touch.

For other hygiene needs, the Safety 1st Healthcare Baby Vanity Kit and Complete Grooming Kit may also come in handy.

Indeed, with Safety 1st, every moment with your child, bath time included, is an opportunity for quality bonding.

Safety 1st is part of the Dorel Juvenile Group, a safety and juvenile company in the United States. Distributed locally by Richwell Philippines Inc., it is available at all leading department stores nationwide.

Call 4411717 or visit www.safety1st.com.