Home bath spa

Home bath spa

While the local Babys R Us carries everything a new mother could ever dream of, the one thing you won't find is this remarkable little European baby bath. A friend in the UK told me I simply HAD to order one for my grandbaby - and she was right. Unlike the large, long plastic baby baths that are offered here in the states, the Spa Baby (also called Tummy Tub) provides an amazingly unique bathing sensation for even the tiniest of babies. Because of it's shape, the bathwater stays warmer and the baby is automatically placed in a fetal position. The combination of both is a sure-fire way to calm a fussy baby!

My new favorite baby shower gift to give is one of these unique tubs, along with a basketful of baby bath items (shampoo, soap, lotion), washcloths, as well as a little hooded bath towel and matching robe. Always a hit!!!!

Spa Baby Spababy Upright Baby Tummy Tub

Spa Baby the European style baby tub is the tub babies love Discover for yourself what the Europeans have known for years They bathe their babies in tubs that let them sit in a natural upright position with warm water to their shoulders The tub calms the baby because they feel secure and warm in the bath It s no wonder babies relax completely and enjoy it so much It even calms colicky babies

I actually imported one from Germany after seeing my sister use it with her son - he seemed so relaxed and happy in it, and washing the child wasn't as awkward as in regular tubs because you have access to both back and front. I'm expecting my first baby in March and can't wait to try it out!
One thing though - the markup is incredible! In Europe, they are sold for about 20 Euros.

Aromatherapy Bath Recipes - An Easy Guide To A Blissful Bath

Initially though the world of aromatherapy may appear to be dizzying, yet it is very simple to master the formulation of your own aromatherapy bath recipes. All you need is a basic knowledge of how to go about mixing the ingredients, and of course, an idea of what scent creates what effect on your body systems. And with a little bit of experimentation, you will soon be able to cure most of those body aches, migraines, even PMS related symptoms with the help of just a long, soaking, scented luxury bath!

Aromatherapy For Beginners:

Aromatherapy is made up of certain plant-derivates, called essential oils. Each oil has a particular scent associated with it, which, when absorbed in our body through inhalation, bath or massage, evoke certain responses from our body mechanisms. They may act as a relaxant or a mood lifter. They may induce a sensuous effect or put you to sleep! If you are a totally new entrant in this field, you need to know some basic "Do"s and "Don't"s related with aromatherapy bath recipes.

- First, always use a clean glass, porcelain or aluminum bottle for mixing the essential oils. Never use plastic as the oils react to plastic.

- Second, the essential oils are highly concentrated, so you need to use very little of those oils diluted with some base oil, known as carrier oil, like sweet almond, jojoba, olive or coconut.

- Direct contact of the essential oils can cause skin irritation.

- All the essential oils are not suitable for children. So you must double check the ingredients before using one of the aromatherapy bath recipes on kids.

- These oils are highly volatile and sensitive to ultra-violet radiations. So they should be kept in tightly closed containers, in cool, dark place.

Aromatherapy In Bath:

Now that you have got the basics in place, let's start on creating your own first aromatherapy bath recipes!

- A simple rule to follow is: mix 15-30 drops of essential oils in one ounce of the carrier oil. If you are using more than one essential oil, you still need to stick to that total.

- A Vitamin E based carrier oil, although a bit expensive, can help retain the aromas lingering on the surface of the water for longer, before the smells evaporate.

- Add 1-2 teaspoon of the blended recipe to your bath water, just before you step into the bath.

Some Useful Aromatherapy Bath Recipes:

- Mix 7 drops of Neroli with a tablespoon of the base oil or 3 tablespoons of honey, to give yourself a warm luxurious bath during those pregnancy blues. Neroli, though expensive, is a great anti-depressant.

- If you need a disinfecting bath, try using tea tree combined with orange or lemon. Use very little of the citrus oil, as it can be harsh on the skin.

- Try using 2-3 drops of peppermint in 1 teaspoon carrier oil on those draining summer days. Peppermint is an excellent stimulant, good for headaches, nausea, achy joints and indigestion. But it must be avoided during pregnancy or when using homeopathy medicines.

These are just a few of the innumerable recipes you can make by mixing and matching various different scents. Once you start exploring the world of aromatherapy, you will soon find that there is a whole new universe waiting for you out there. So just start experimenting with your aromatherapy bath recipes!

To discover some shocking facts about the effectiveness of herbal aromatherapy, please go to this Useful Aromatherapy Blog