Bath Tubs

For newborns, it is recommended to use a small, infant-sized bath tub that provides a secure and cozy environment. These tubs often come with built-in supports to cradle the baby and keep them comfortable during bath time. Read out baby bath 101 guide and learn how to make bathtime with a newborn as stressfree as possible.

A good baby bathtub provides support and a safe environment to bathe your baby throughout infancy and ultimately makes giving your baby a bath a simpler, more seamless experience. When choosing a bath tub, consider factors like size, safety features, ease of cleaning and storage. For the best baby bath tub, look for non-slip surfaces, built-in temperature gauges and smooth edges.

The frequency of bathing depends on your baby’s age and individual needs. In the early weeks, you may choose to sponge bathe your baby until their umbilical cord stump falls off. As your baby grows, you can gradually increase the frequency to a few times a week. Check out these recommendations for bath bath tubs for options that are safe, easy to clean and comfortable.

If you like the idea of saving a bit of space but still want a standalone tub option, collapsible tubs make a good choice. These tubs can be used alone or inside a regular bathtub and fold for easy storage (some even include a hook for hanging), making them ideal for homes with less storage space. Portable or collapsible tubs are also convenient for travel. Read more baby bath tub shopping tips.

Have a large sink? It’s often easiest to place baby’s bather or tub in the sink for bathtime to prevent water from splashing all over your counters and floor. This baby bath tub shopping guide includes options that fit in most household sinks.

Warm water, some bubbles and a few bath toys create a whole new sensory world for babies and toddlers to play in. Right around six to nine months old is when babies start loving bath time play. While it may start with just splashing in the water, these baby-friendly bath toys can take things up a notch. These are our favorite bath toys for babies.

During the first year of your baby’s life, their skin’s barrier is still developing, which means they need gentle baby skincare products. After the first year, you can opt to use mild soaps that are not baby-specific, or you can stick with your baby wash—it’s up to you! While the baby wash and shampoo combination will work fine for your baby’s hair, it’s also OK to choose a baby shampoo that is designed specifically to cleanse their hair and scalp. For babies with textured hair check out our guide on best hair care products for Black babies and toddlers.