It is becoming SO annoying that I have to stop what I am doing to go bathe my sister when my parents can do it. Isn't she old enough? I'm very sick of it! I have been doing it for years, and it is interfering with other things like school or friends.
2007-10-26 10:58:28 · 26 answers · asked by . 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
Play the body parts game with her. Give her the wash cloth and then tell her to scrub her elbows. Then scrub her nose. Make it like simon says. If she can reach all of her parts, then she should be able to bathe herself. I would still help her with her hair though. If this is the hardest thing your parents are having you do then you have it pretty good. Soon enough your sister won't want anything to do with you untill she is all grown up. Enjoy the play time now.
2007-10-26 11:03:56 · answer #1 · answered by Ray S 2 · 6⤊ 1⤋
At six a child is somewhat able to bathe themselves...but should be under the watchful eye of some one just to make sure they don't do anything foolish in the bath that will result in injury...or a whoppin' big mess...ever have to clean up a tub full of water splashed on the floor? Or see the aftermath of a kid trying to swing out and into the tub on the shower curtain like Tarzan? How about taking a whole bottle of shampoo and 'cleaning' the bath tile/walls...and anything else they can think of...etc. As funy as it sounds kids have done such mischief.
Before you get all huffy and annoyed over helping your Mom with little sister, think of all the things she had to stop in the middle of in order to tend to you...and still does I'm sure. Yes, it's part of being a parent but instead of looking at it as a big bother..think of it as helping your Mom and learning how to be responsible for someone else other than yourself....a lesson in self-less-ness.
How is Mom using the time freed up while you tend to sister for that short amount of time? Is it spent doing other things to help the family/run the home? or are you giving her a chance to put up her feet for a precious break from all the running around Mother's do...yes, even stay at home Moms. Goes double for Moms who work both outside and inside the home.
The bath takes maybe, what, ten to twenty minutes? Is that really such a large chunk out of your life Hon?
If it falls in the middle of homework time...just bring in your textbook and read while she bathes...it's called multi-tasking...and it can be done.
Just think about it...besides your giving little sister quality time with you..and that will have a great payback in future as far as the relationship you have with her now,,and forever. Good Luck...
2007-10-26 11:24:51 · answer #2 · answered by The Original GarnetGlitter 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes a 6 year old can wash them self. My daughter started doing even her hair at the age of 4 and it was past her butt.. I would check on her while she was in there, but it made her feel like she was so big to do it. But the fact that you do help your parents out is very nice. I understand that it gets in the way some times, but being a mom is not easy either. She has to run you around places too. So if you teach your sister to wash herself then it will help your mom out even more. I know my daughter would help me with my son when he was little and is now planning on helping me with the twins I am about to have. Good luck.
2007-10-26 18:18:14 · answer #3 · answered by s g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the child. My 5 year has been bathing herself for over a year and does a really good job. I do still have to help her wash her hair because it is so long she has a hard time with it.
2007-10-30 04:35:16 · answer #4 · answered by Jenn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mostly, but she's going to need help with her hair for a while yet.
How ever often does your sister have a bath that it's affecting your schoolwork? Come off it, ten minutes a day isn't the end of the world.
2007-10-27 01:43:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always treasure helping your sister, someday you can look back, and have pride in showing love, plus bragging rights. Teach your sister in the correct way to bathe, make a game of it, and explain how cleanliness is a good healthy thing. This also prepares you and your sister for child rearing.
2007-10-26 11:11:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should be able to stop doing that pretty soon. Just check her for a while but let her do the washing herself. Like ears neck and so forth. Should be over 1 2 3.
2007-10-26 11:04:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter has been bathing herself since she was 4 (she's 5 now). I use that time to pick up the living room and bathroom.
2007-10-26 12:22:30 · answer #8 · answered by BimboBaggins 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well bathing and "cleaning" are two different things..Ive known people that have kids that "bathe" themselves (sit in water and play) Then you have the parents who sit with their child (ren) and wash them, CLEAN them, body and hair...
You are obviously a role model for your younger sister, teach her and make it a routine.. If she can do all of that (CLEANING) then ask your parents and atell them she's ready..
2007-10-31 03:08:53 · answer #9 · answered by heART happY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son is 6 years old and he can bathe himself. My niece who is 5 years old can't, and I don't see her bathing herself anytime soon since she is so spoiled by her parents that they do everything for her.
2007-10-26 11:03:41 · answer #10 · answered by Flower 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋