Many baby baths have supports for the head and shoulders or come with a sling to keep babies secure. Unlike some other baths, it has a White Hot Safety Disc on the bottom which reads ‘HOT’ when the water temperature is too high (though you should always check yourself).

We trawled the Mumsnet forums for posts about which baby baths they rated highly and why, and which left them a little lukewarm.These are used in a full-sized bath and are more like a bath seat, but they allow your baby to lie back on a specially-shaped base. If you’re willing to fork out for all the frills to support you at bath time, this one’s pretty special.

Alternatively, a bath support or baby bath sink insert, designed for a kitchen or bathroom, will allow you to be completely hands-free and bathe your baby while standing up. An anti-slip base means the tub won’t move around on hard surfaces and easy-grip handles make it simple to pick up and move to empty after use.If you have any issues with your back, a freestanding bath offers you the freedom to bathe your baby wherever you like.

Nicely, it has a comfy hammock for your baby to lie in made of a mildew-resistant rubber mesh that feels warm to touch. I have the flex bath, it's great, we don't have a bath, just a shower and are low on space, so it was a godsend for us as it folds down. Dry their hair off gently with the towel, then remove their nappy, clean the nappy area and get ready to lift them into the bath.Be aware that some parents have complained that the safety stickers are on the inside of the bath and become messy when they disintegrate and leave a sticky residue. Type: Inflatable baby bath | Suitable from: 6-24 months (for babies who can sit upright) | Dimensions: 6. But you will find a rubber base to stop the bath from moving around on the floor, and a textured bottom to prevent your baby from sliding around inside.