Tim Dowling, in The Guardian writes pithy paragraphs about the tacky objects one finds in everyday shops. Well, this one is mine.
In a seaside 'market' (4 trestle tables of stolen goods) we found this ideal gift for any couple with a young baby. Made redundant by 'no tears formula' shampoos, this plastic product is guaranteed to make bathtime fun! One isn't entirely convinced by the expression on the child's face. Perhaps they didn't have time to wait until he smiled.
Sarah recalls not having one of these and getting shampoo in her eye as a child. It 'really hurt' and as a treat she was allowed a 'special tea', which apparently consisted of 'something on toast' rather than sandwiches.
It's the safety instructions that invite the most ridicule. Most people would realise plastic isn't designed to be ironed. And a shampoo helmet isn't the place you'd expect to find advice on how to lift your baby in and out of the bath. Finally, so that no one could possibly complain about being misled, there's a little consumer warning:
