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Advantages for the baby Comments from the Professionals about

Bath enjoyment from birth to 3 years old
The special design of the original TummyTub® ensures babies the original :
relax in the familiar foetal position Prof. Dr. med. Heinrich, medical superintendent of
Soft, baby-friendly material the gynaecological department of the Pforzheim hospital
Your baby can be immersed in the water up to shoulder
level and will therefore remain warmer for longer From a medical point of view, I consider the position of the child the original
Babies feel warm and reassured in the TummyTub® to be very good, as the new-born baby is
Stress-free bathing for your baby able to feel the sides of the tub with both hands. This creates for
Especially recommended for premature babies the baby a similar sensation to that experienced in the mother’s
Makes babies feel very secure womb. The babies feel relaxed and are very calm. That’s why I,
The TummyTub® is exceptionally beneficial for babies who as a doctor, can recommend the TummyTub® method of bathing
tend to be unsettled or suffer from wind/colic to all maternity hospitals.

Advantages for the parents Mena van Damme, Midwife, Birth Clinic, Soest
Stress-free bathing for the parents
Easy handling I have been working with the original TummyTub® for many
Lightweight even when full years. It is very good for the needs of both mother and
(very important for new mothers) baby. Handling the TummyTub® is very easy and very safe.
Ergonomic hand grips, therefore Since being introduced to the original TummyTub®, for me there
easy to carry is no better way of bathing your baby. At my clinic I often see
Takes less space children having a lot of fun in the TummyTub®
Easy to transport even up to the age of three.
Wide rim to support parents’ arms
Allows relaxed position for the mother

Safety
Polypropylene allows easy viewing of
your baby
Safe and easy handling of the babies
No harmful substances Kolpingweg 4 · D-48720 Rosendahl/Darfeld
No sharp edges Telefon: +49 (25 45) 9196-0
High stability Telefax: +49 (25 45) 9196-10
Anti-skid base
Internet: www.domovital.com
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The water volume I t ’s s o e a s y t o b a t h y o u r Questions and answers

You decide on how much water you need to bath your baby. The water baby with the original
How do I hold my baby?
level markings on the tub are intended only as a guide, as not every In the “sitting” position the rounded shape of the TummyTub® helps to
baby is the same size. However, in the first few weeks after birth it is support your baby. You only need to support your baby’s head under
important that there is sufficient water to cover your baby’s shoulders. the chin. The advantage is that you always have one free hand to wash
This will ensure your baby does not get cold. and comfort your baby. In the “floating” position you have one hand
under your baby’s chin, the other at the back of the head, or you can
place both your hands under your baby’s armpits.
The tub water level marking for Is it bad if my baby wants to stand up in the TummyTub®?
the ”sitting” position No, because as your baby develops the buoyancy of the water this
will encourage your baby to learn how to stand.
When there is only a small amount of water in the TummyTub®, your
baby will sit in the foetal position on the bottom of the TummyTub®. It is Does the TummyTub® help with wind/colic?
important that when bathing newborn babies you must ensure that Yes, first you should massage your baby’s tummy with some oil in a
there is sufficient water to cover your baby’s shoulders, as this will keep clockwise direction. Then give your baby a relaxing bath in the
them warm. The circle line around your TummyTub® will greatly assist TummyTub®. This will certainly help to relieve any pain.
you in having the right amount of water. As all babies are different Does the TummyTub® help with sleeping problems?
weights and sizes, you may wish to add or remove a little of the water Yes, a warm and relaxing bath is always soothing if sufficient water
until you are confident you have the correct amount of water to make at the correct temperature is used. Ensure the water covers your
your baby feel comfortable. baby’s shoulders.

1 Is the TummyTub® too narrow?

In the sitting position the head of you baby will be supported by the No, babies enjoy the feeling of security and confinement that the
wall of the TummyTub®. When there is only a little water in the TummyTub® affords.
TummyTub®, you will need just one finger or one hand to support your
baby. Why can I not use a household bucket?
A household bucket is not designed, and the overall shape is not
When the water level is higher, your baby will be in the swimming suitable for bathing babies safely.
(floating) position, you will therefore need both hands to give support. Is it possible that some bath supplements could destroy the
Do not overfill the TummyTub®. Remember you can always add more surface of the TummyTub®?
water if needed. No, this is impossible.

How do I clean the TummyTub®?

When babies reach 12 to 16 weeks, they can normally hold their heads
Very easily, with a mild detergent. This will also remove any remains
up without support. By this time they will not need the water so high, as of bath oil from the walls of the Tub. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
there is not so much concem for keeping them emerged in warm water
up to their shoulders.
B a t h i n g Ti p s
With the TummyTub®, bathing is easy on most surfaces, on a table,
The water temperature 2 on the floor, in any room in your home, at the beach, on the boat,
even when camping. It is also perfect to take with you when you
The water temperature should be between 35 °C and 37 °C. The
go away on holiday.
temperature can be taken with a baby bath thermometer, and for
extra safety you can use the “elbow test”. Because of the small water The TummyTub® can be also used on the Two Step Stool whilst you sit
surface area of the TummyTub®, the water will remain at a comfortable comfortably in a chair to bath your baby. This will help to prevent
developing backache.
temperature for about 20 minutes.
3 For more information about the TummyTub® visit the web site
www.domovital.com. There is also a video available showing how
easy it is to bath babies in the TummyTub®.
Important: Never leave your baby unattended whilst in
t h e Tu m m y Tu b ® ! Yo u m u s t a l w a y s b e t h e r e
to give support and reassurance! Never leave your baby alone while bathing!
Two Step Stool TummyTub Cup TummyTub®