Big Boy Tubbing

Inspired by our recent success at swim lessons, I decided it was time for Cal to experience the big boy tub.  I had been holding off due to the state of our bathtub.  I could never get it clean (read: white).  Finally, it was pointed out that I had scrubbed and bleached it like crazy - it was clean, but it was also old.  It will never be white (unless I replace it...which Billy won't let me do.)  So after one last scrub (to fully convince myself it was indeed clean), I went to the store for a new bath mat and drain plug.  I pulled out some of the bath toys we got at our shower, and started to fill the tub.

Fun bath fact: Cal loves bathtime so much that he had a complete meltdown when I took him into his room to undress.  We're talking hysterical crying, limp body, inconsolable.  Once I let him back into the bathroom?  All smiles and giggles.

He seemed a little unsure of all the space and freedom.  When he wanted to move from one spot to another, he kind of skittered - all four apendages in contact with the ground at all times.  He did love the stacking cups though, and prefers when the tap is on so he can fill his cups. 

I let bath go on for about 20 minutes longer than normal and when I finally emptied the tub there was another meltdown.  Ever tried to get a limp, wet toddler out of a tub?  Not fun.

See that nasty looking drain? I promise it is clean.