The Bathing Time Script Card

Six gentle scripts for the hardest 15 minutes of the caregiving day

Bath time resistance isn't defiance.

It's fear, confusion, or a loss of control. When you know what to say in the moment, it gets a little easier for both of you.

This free script card gives you real phrases for the most common bath-time struggles — using the Validate, Reassure, Redirect approach — so you're not scrambling for words when things get tense.

What's inside:

  • Scripts for 6 common bathing challenges (refusal, fear of water, modesty, cold, agitation, hair washing)
  • A few quick tips for setting up an easier bath time
  • Simple enough to print and keep on the bathroom mirror

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You don't have to get it perfect - you just have to keep the thread of care between you. xo Sue