Bathtub

       January 1, 0000    1368

 

The child cannot wait to splash in the tub or views bath time as mean and unusual punishment, one always need to keep safety in mind when it comes to bathing. Until the child is age six never leave her unattended or under the control of a sibling younger than in the bathtub. There is nothing important enough to risk drowning and when it comes to bathtubs the probable is real. To reduce the risk of hot, set the home's water heater to a maximum of 120 degrees Fahrenheit. A good way to test for a safe temperature is that one should be able to hold hand comfortably under the tap even when the hot water alone is running.
Bath temperature:
Fill the tub before the child gets in and make sure that the water is a comfortable temperature. If there is need to add more water while the child in the tub, position her well away from the tap, check the temperature of the bath frequently and always turn off the hot water before the cold if there are detach controls. When the child is very young, teach her that she is not allowed to touch the faucet or tap handles as she gets older, teach her how to control the hot and cold water as well. Placing a soft and insulated cover over the bathtub tap is a sensible safeguard against accidental burns or bumps. They are available at many stores and often come in the form of engaging rubber animals to add to the bath-time fun.
Bath seats:
Several types of bath seats and rings hold to the bottom of the tub with suction cups and offer bathing infants and toddlers support while sitting. The suction cups can come loose, and it is not hard for a child to slide out of the seats. Avoid bathtub falls by placing a rubber mat in the tub or affixing non-slip glue strips to the bottom of the tub. They are readily available at baby-supplies stores and come in a variety of colours and designs. Keep electrical devices well away from the tub. Make sure that any outlets near the tub are the types that meet safety standards to protect them from water.

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