For babies and young children, bath time is about more than just getting clean; it can be a chance to play or to unwind and relax before bed! However, as fun as bath time can be, sadly accidents still happen. That’s why it’s important that safety advice is given to parents and carers.
Following investigations into infant and child deaths, that took place between 2015 and 2023, bath seats were highlighted as a significant cause for concern, with the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) reporting that 1 in 3 accidental drowning deaths in under 2’s involves a bath seat.
Please refer to the following sources of safer bathing advice to signpost parents/carers to. It is important to note, that this information can be provided by any practitioner working with a family; not just a nominated healthcare professional.
NHS – Washing and bathing your baby
The Partnership have developed key safety messages for parent/carers when bathing their baby or infant.
