Buckets may have toxic pigments or substances that would be harmful for babies especially when they are newborns. Those can lead to allergic reactions especially that newborns’ immunity system is not yet fully developed. On top of that, buckets will also have sharp corners and edges, such as where the handle is attached. Those can be a hindrance during the bath time and can also lead to scratching the baby’s sensitive skin.

The main feature of the tummy tub is having a tulip form and it is specifically designed to simulate the support for babies when they were still in the womb. Ordinary household buckets would not have the same curved bottom feature. Its size has also been specifically intended for babies meaning there would be no worries of a baby sliding down to the bottom. An ordinary bucket may be too small or too big for a baby that can make them more uncomfortable while bathing. Tummy tub is also transparent that makes the bathing easier as parents can see the lower half of the baby’s body at all times.