I have a problem. Well in the grand scheme of things it’s really not a problem it’s more of a small snafu or behavioral issue if you will. Our problem is with bath time.I hate giving my daughter a bath. She loves her bath time; she will strip off her clothes and happily hop in the tub. She plays & splashes and allows me to wash her hair without a whimper. My problem lies when bath time is over. My daughter, the mermaid that she is will scream and rage as if I’m removing her from her life force. This happens every time. I have tried letting her sit until all the water runs out. I have tried a 5-minute warning.

I have taken baths & showers with her. I have allowed her to flip the drain and clean up her toys. Each time I remove her and for five to ten minutes following she throws a tantrum, as I wrestle to put a diaper on a slippery screaming toddler. I’m at a loss. She is of course just having a tantrum as she enjoys the water so much. I have tried to make post bath time special… massaging her with lotion. No matter what I do she is just so angry to be taken out of the tub. She would stay in the water forever. I have not tried a timer so maybe that will work. I’m willing to try anything at this point. Typically I tell her “ yes I know you like your bath” can you help Mama with the lotion please.


I try to distract her, redirect her and get her dressed as quickly as I can so she can go and play. I’m not sure what to do… any advice? Im thinking this has to do with her sensory issues.What would you do if post bath time was a huge struggle & provoked a full tantrum each time?



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