While the local Babys R Us carries everything a new mother could ever dream of, the one thing you won’t find is this remarkable little European baby bath. A friend in the UK told me I simply HAD to order one for my grandbaby – and she was right. Unlike the large, long plastic baby baths that are offered here in the states, the Spa Baby (also called Tummy Tub) provides an amazingly unique bathing sensation for even the tiniest of babies. Because of it’s shape, the bathwater stays warmer and the baby is automatically placed in a fetal position. The combination of both is a sure-fire way to calm a fussy baby!

My new favorite baby shower gift to give is one of these unique tubs, along with a basketful of baby bath items (shampoo, soap, lotion), washcloths, as well as a little hooded bath towel and matching robe. Always a hit!!!!
Rating: 5 / 5

I actually imported one from Germany after seeing my sister use it with her son – he seemed so relaxed and happy in it, and washing the child wasn’t as awkward as in regular tubs because you have access to both back and front. I’m expecting my first baby in March and can’t wait to try it out!

One thing though – the markup is incredible! In Europe, they are sold for about 20 Euros.
Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter loves it! She stays warm during the whole bath because the water comes up around her shoulders. She would shiver the entire time with our other bath no matter how warm we made the water. She likes to stand in it at first then ease her way down. It’s easy to manuver her around so we can get all of her parts clean. The best part is that she looks really cute in it. I would recommend. Although a bit pricey.
Rating: 4 / 5

I’m a family doc who has watched kids in these things. They love it! If they are fussy, they calm down pretty quick and love to bounce when they are newborns. The water should be about 100F for comfort, but the shape helps keep the water warm. We try to have one for all our mothers at the hospital.
Rating: 5 / 5

My son who hated baths loves his spa baby! Now we both actually look forward to baths instead of dreading them. Here’s a little tip if you have a small bathroom like me. Try putting the Spa Baby in the kitchen sink. That way you don’t have to lean over, you can keep all the washing stuff right next to you and it’s easy to dump out the water when you’re done. If your baby hates her lie down bath then you have to try the Spa Baby experience. The difference is really pretty amazing.
Rating: 5 / 5