New Parent's Guide to Buying Bath Supplies for Baby

Giving your baby a bath is one of the greatest bonding experiences a new parent can have. Enjoy these special moments by preparing for your child's bathing needs with just a few essentials. Don't fall for high pressure marketing ploys to get you to buy things you don't really need. Get your list together and save your money for baby's college fund.

You can save hundreds of dollars just by registering at vendor sites. This is an important step for new parents. Many manufacturers, to encourage your use of their products, regularly send coupons to expecting and new parents. You can save hundreds of dollars just by registering.

Here are a few of the sites that generally give great coupons.

Babiesrus.com - Make sure you register with Babies R US. This site provides a list of items and products parents will need in preparing a nursery. The site also has a system in place that allows you, family, and friends to purchase discounted items.

Baby.com - This site is run by Johnson & Johnson the manufacturer of JOHNSON'S® Baby and AVEENO® products.

Americanbaby.com - Is a great informational site, which provides information from getting pregnant to teens. This site also keeps track of manufacture recalls on a variety of child related products and offers a page offering where you can get free stuff and special deals.

Babycenter.com - A great site, which offers a variety things for pregnant and new parents, get coupons, up to date information, and support from other parents. In addition, it also offers coupons and deals on baby and child products directly from manufactures.

What does baby need for bath time? Here are some essentials for bath time:

Infant bathtub - It is much easier to bath a baby in an infant tub. They are small and can be put on counters. - Never EVER leave a baby unattended in any tub, make sure you have everything you need to bath baby before you begin washing baby.

Baby shampoo and soap - Baby products are designed for baby's sensitive skin

Several hooded towels - These are great for wrapping up baby after their bath

Cotton swabs - They have so many uses. Discuss the best way to use cotton swabs with your pediatrician.
A 100% combed Cotton Terry Wash Cloth - This type of washcloth does cost more but it is very gentle on baby's sensitive skin!

Water toys - Remember NEVER leave young children alone in the tub! Don't use water toys until your child can sit up by itself. If you are not sure when the best time is to use a water toy ask your pediatrician.

Bathing baby for the first time will make you nervous; it's only natural since it will be the first time. Knowing this also know that bath time is the also a great time to bond with your child and the moments you have will stay with you for a lifetime. So relax and be prepared to get a little wet.