How to Make Bath Time a Holiday Break (Yes, Really!)
Between family visits, holiday dinners, and endless “just one more cookie” requests, the holidays can leave moms feeling… well, a little soggy. But here’s the good news: bath time doesn’t have to be another chore. With a little prep (and a touch of delegation), it can actually become your moment to breathe — or at least a 20-minute break while someone else gets splashed.
Here’s how to turn bath time into a mini reset, for you and your little one.
1. Prep the Station
If Grandma or your sister-in-law is stepping in, set them up for success. Lay out the towel, pajamas, lotion, and shampoo/conditioner ahead of time. The last thing anyone needs is a frantic search for a washcloth with a slippery toddler in their arms.
2. Share the Secret Routine
If you’ve got overnight guests, let them shadow you one night so they can learn your child’s bath rhythm (yes, there’s a rhythm). Or jot it down — “the yellow duck is non-negotiable.” A cheat sheet keeps things running smoothly and gives you a chance to sneak away for some actual adult conversation.
3. Let Them Create Their Own Version
Give Grandma or Auntie creative freedom to make bath time fun in their own way. A bath bomb, a few bubbles, or a silly song can make it a memory for both of them — and you get a few moments to yourself knowing your little one is happy and getting clean.
4. Skip the Hair Wash (Sometimes)
Don’t feel guilty about skipping the shampoo the night you decide to delegate! A long soak is more than enough after a day in cozy holiday PJs.
5. Swap Tasks, Not Sanity
If you’d rather keep bath time as your bonding moment, trade chores instead. Have your partner or guests handle the post-dinner cleanup while you run the tub. You’ll get your calm, warm, splashy reset — and the kitchen will magically clean itself. Win-win.
We Know It’s Hard to Ask for Help!
At Villie, we get it. Asking for help doesn’t come easy — especially when you’re used to doing it all. That’s why we built Villie, your private, personalized and free baby page where friends and family can follow along, share support, and actually show up for you in ways that matter. Think of it as your online village — a place to post updates, create wish lists, share your routines, and make it simple for loved ones to lend a hand (or a towel 😉).
This season, let others in — for bath time, dinner cleanup, or just to give you a breather. You deserve it.
You don’t have to do everything yourself this holiday season. With a few small adjustments (and the right bath-time essentials), you can turn everyday routines into tiny acts of rest — and maybe even joy.