When the tub becomes a tug-of-war
Some nights, getting the kids clean feels harder than it should. If bath time has become a battle in your house, these eight simple ideas can bring back the giggles — no fancy equipment required.
- Add a surprise. A bath bomb with a hidden toy gives kids something to look forward to.
- Bring the colour. Watching the water fizz and change colour turns a wash into a show.
- Tell a story. The tub is a pirate ship, a rock pool, an ocean — let imagination do the work.
- Use a countdown. "Let's see if it fully fizzes before I count to twenty!"
- Make it a routine. Same time, same order each night helps kids settle.
- Let them choose. Picking tonight's bath bomb gives them a sense of control.
- Warm towel finish. A cosy towel waiting makes getting out easier.
- Praise the wins. A little celebration goes a long way with toddlers.
Pick one or two to start — you don't need all eight. And if you'd like the easiest win on the list, our surprise bath bombs were made for exactly this.