5 Fantastic Bath Toys that Will Have Your Child Jumping in the Tub

A Must Read for Parents of Toddlers and Preschoolers

If you have ever tried to talk a protesting child into taking a bath, you know how torturous it can be. Instead of pulling your hair out, add some simple bath toys, create a kid friendly atmosphere in your bathroom, and you won't be able to pull them out of the tub. To help you navigate the many bath toys and products available, I have compiled a list of the top 5 essentials, and most are even educational!

Bath Shower Spray
Did you know that there are accessories available that you can hook up to your bath faucet that will turn it into a "shower"? I didn't either, but it is a fantastic idea. Babies cry when they have water or soap in their eyes or nose. This accessory reduces the occurrence of eye and nose irritation while also preparing your child for the coming transition to showering. As for cost, you will be surprised. Ranging from about $8 to $20, it could be a fantastic addition to your child's bath experience.

Foam Stickers
Shop around and you will find a wide variety of foam stickers designed to stick to tub walls when wet. Sets of letters, numbers, shapes, and even sports or princess designs are available. Almost anything you can imagine can be found for fairly cheap. For less than $10, you can purchase a bucket full of foam stickers sure to make your child enjoy and learn while in the tub.

Water Flutes
Bathing can be a fun time for children full of experimenting with flotation and other simple physics. Why not include music? Stimulate your child's creative spirit and their curiosity with water flutes. Your child can adjust the sound depending on the amount of water in each tube and can create a sound uniquely their own. For about $10, this bath toy could be a great inexpensive way to introduce a love of music to your child's life.

Bath Finger Paints
Perhaps the coolest tub toy is bath paints. Available in several colors, washable with just water, and non-toxic, this is sure to become a favorite to your child. If you shop around a little, you can even find some special tools to go with the paints such as a sponge roller, brush, shaped stampers, and so on. This bath toy might be so fun you could be tempted to use some yourself!