How to buy a baby bathtub
The lowdown on baby bathtubsBathing your baby in an adult-sized tub can be a slippery, nerve-wracking challenge, but the right baby bathtub turns the experience into a pleasure for both of you. Luckily, you have lots of choices these days: foldable tubs, tubs with sling inserts to hold infants, inflatable tubs, bucket tubs, and even bubbling baby spas . Some are made to go in the adult tub; others are for the bathroom or kitchen sink. European- style baby baths that come on rolling stands are also gaining popularity in the U.S., with some doubling as a changing table. Of course, some parents love to get right in the tub and bathe with their babies. That's fine, as long as you're careful to avoid letting him slip or hit his head. You can also wash your baby in the sink, at least until he gets too big. Parents who would rather bathe their babies standing up often prefer this option over putting a baby bathtub in the adult tub. Moms with c-section incisions may find standing-up...