Bathing: for one a splashing adventure, for the other a struggle with every drop. And to be honest: as a parent, you sometimes have to pull quite a few tricks out of the hat to keep the bath ritual a bit enjoyable in the bathroom. But guess what? It can be fun. In fact, it can even become one of the nicest moments of the day – for your child AND for you.
5 tips for a bath ritual that will make you happy
Tip 1: Toys with a mission
Away with that six-year-old plastic bath duck. Time for fresh, sustainable bath toys that are just as fun for your child as they are for the planet. Think of boats made from recycled wood or edible veggies made from natural rubber. Your bathroom doesn't have to become a toy store – a few smart choices can make all the difference. Pro tip: a few water cups or a colander from your kitchen also works wonders.
Tip 2: Let the child take the lead
Children love it when they get to be 'the boss' for a while. So switch the roles: let your little one decide how the ritual goes (within reasonable limits, of course). Let them wash your hair, choose a song together, or give them their own sponge with "bath captain" status. Bonus: this secretly works great against those eternal 'I don't want to take a bath!' moments.
Tip 3: No rush, no stress
A bath ritual is not a race against time. Hasty speed is rarely chill – especially not in a splashing bathroom. Schedule it as a real moment of relaxation, and make it part of the evening. No deadline, no stress, just being together in the moment. Your child feels that, and so do you.
Tip 4: Make it cozy
What lights, a calming piece of music, and voilà: instant atmosphere. Don't just fill the bath, but create a mini-experience. Prepare a bathrobe, choose a nice scent (we say: subtle & natural), and make sure the bathroom is nice and warm. Even cuddly toys in a basket with a 'spa experience' can make a difference. It doesn't have to be grand – just intentional.
Tip 5: Foam without stuff
Children love foam, but many bubble baths are full of junk. That's why we at Happy Earth don't participate in that. Our Baby & Kids Bubble Bath foams well, smells wonderful, and is free from microplastics, SLS, and other unnecessary junk. And yes – it really foams, without you having to worry about what ends up on that delicate baby skin.
How much foam do you want? You set the pace here. More foam? Add it at the beginning. Prefer a little less? Do it later and mix it gently through the water. Bubble party guaranteed.