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Safety First Retractable Baby Bathtub Facts

The Safety 1st retractable bath tub is a versatile tub that makes bathing practical and safe for your child. It has multiple stages that can be used throughout your child's development, so it will save you money in the long run. It's also readily available at a reasonable price and slides together for easy storage.

  1. Size

    • The bathtub is 30 inches long when fully open and 23 inches when retracted. It measures 28 ½ inches long by 17 inches wide by 8 ½ inches high. The sling is 17 inches long by 10 inches wide by 4 ½ inches high.

    Features

    • The Safety 1st bathtub is suitable for use from birth through 2 years old, as it is designed to grow with your baby. It features a sling for newborns, a bath ring to support infants who need extra support while sitting and finally it converts to become a spacious bath tub for toddlers. Suction cups at the base prevent it from toppling over and it has a drainage plug.

    Price

    • Find it at chain stores such as Wal-Mart, Target and child specialty stores Toys "r" Us and Babies "r" Us for approximately $30, as of 2009. You can also order the bathtub online from merchants Amazon, eBay and One Step Ahead.

    Versatile

    • The bathtub features different stages depending on the child's growth and development. Stage 1 is a sling that can be used with the bathtub or in the sink as it has suction cups and snugly fits a newborn. Stage 2 involves the use of the movable bath ring, which fits around your toddler to provide support while sitting, and can then be folded back. Stage 3 is a comfortable and roomy tub for your child.

    Reviews

    • The retractable bathtub has received mixed reviews from consumers. One of the main complaints was leakage due to the retractable mechanism not sliding properly. The suction cups were criticized for being difficult to remove and consumers thought it should have a non-slip surface inside. The sling received praise as it's great to use with newborns at a sink. Many liked the versatility of the product, and that they can use the product throughout their child's development without having to buy a new one.

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