Bathroom Adaptions to Dream of
Once upon a time I tried not to talk about my health issues on the blog, it was happy place away from them. However, I came to the realisation as long as I didn’t talk about it in a negative manner that actually speaking openly about the issues I face can be empowering for me and helpful to others. One place I struggle with is the bathroom, while I had some adaptions made last year, I really need more to make it into a place I can relax and wash with ease.
However, if money were no object there are so many things I could and would do to make the bathroom a place of relaxing enjoyment once again.
Bathroom Adaptions to Dream of
One thing I have given up on ever having in my life again is a bath. However, I didn’t realise it was possible to buy a walk-in bath. What surprised me more was walk-in baths come in a number of different forms, both this larger upright design and a more traditional full-length bath, which can work well for people who cannot lift their legs so high.
For me, I think this high design, which also includes a shower to the side to help with hair washing, looks like the perfect mix of shower enclosure and bath. What’s more, it comes with a hydrotherapy option, which is something I think could really help my pain levels, as there is something rather pain relieving about the bubbling of water around you, at least while you are sitting in it.
I guess the only thing to do now is save.
If like me you do have issues with the bathroom, be it anything from the ability to wash to the pain you feel when you go to the toilet, I must remind you, you are not alone. While the idea of such things can feel embarrassing and aren’t something you may want to speak to anyone about, talking about it can be the first step to making your life a lot easier and of course if you want to just rant my inbox is always open.
Do you have any issues with your bathroom, or have you had any adaptions added?
This is a collaborative post.
Fancy checking out another post? Just click here!
Pin It!
We’ve been trying to make small changes to my fella’s dad’ bathroom as he struggles to get in and out of the bath bless him. He currently has a bath lift chair but a walk in bath would be a dream. I think I’d also highly appreciate a hydrotherapy setting! Once you’ve saved up for your dream bathroom I’ll have to send you some bathbombs to celebrate :).
It really is a dream isn’t it – ohh now that would be amazing, I totally miss using bathbombs, in fact i often use them in the shower or just in a tub with my feet haha!
Walk in baths are in trend now. It is actually very cool. One problem which I have is that I don’t share my bathroom with anyone. I just can’t! Lol
I had no idea there were on trend they are such a fab idea.
This is a great idea for those who have a few health issues. I couldn’t imagine not being able to have a bath again, mainly because it’s one of my main techniques for relieving pain! It’s great that these exist, I hope you get your hands on one.
It is amazing isn’t it a nice bath, something I have really missed. One day I will have them again!
The walk in bath is amazing and such a great idea for those in need. I come from a care manager background so alternatives for those who require them where always forefront in my mind.
Oh I bet it really resonates with you then, having seen how people can struggle.
That walk in bathtub seems really practical and something anyone would need especially for someone older or with a disability. We would definitely change our bathroom to something similar when we are older.
Hopefully by then they might be a bit more cost effective!
I have been thinking of getting a walk in bath for my mother. She loves bath but she always has trouble getting up and I’m not always there to help. She would love it. Thanks for sharing.
No problem at all – I hope if you do go for it your Mother loves it.
I’ve always wanted one of those big stand alone tubs. They are so beautiful and look so relaxing.
They are such a lovely idea aren’t they. No matter the reason you go for one.
I think I’ve seen these tubs on television a few times. I always wondered just how useful they were. It actually looks good in the bathroom too!
I would love to see one in action, the door bit makes me think how does it not leak out lol.
I have seen similar walk in tubs here in Japan. I think I would want mine a bit bigger though
They do different types so this one was just my favourite as it had the nice shower too!
Since I have a shower cubicle in my apartment I think I need a huge tub so I can soak in, that’s the only adaptation I want but love your walk in idea
I hope one day you get your bath you are dreaming off one day!
As our population gets older, this would be so helpful. It’s hard to older people to step over a bathtub to get in.
I never realised walk in baths were a thing! I hope they come down in price so more people can get them who don’t have the motor ability for a “regular” bath
Most definitely I am going to keep an eye on them as I would love one for sure.
I have used one of those walk ins before and they are legit. They are a single person hot tub!
OK that makes me want one even more! I’m not sure I would ever even make out of it haha!
This is a great alternative for our bathrooms. I’m checking more into it.
It is such a fab idea isn’t it – I totally need one in my life.
No, I don’t have an adaptation in my bathroom and I don’t think this is my cup of tea but I appreciate the idea. You did get me thinking to the time I fell in the shower.
Luckily my Mum was there because I cut my head. She’s a retired nurse so she automatically sprang into action.
Thank you for posting this, it’s made me want to look into bars and slip resistant options.
Hey it’s never going to be for everyone – though when you have mobility issues your ideas quickly change on the things you would love too haha!
thats so interesting! I love the sound of the japanese baths that you can get these days that saves on space x
Ohh I’ll have to look into those as well – all these new things coming out to make life easier are great!
A walk in bath sounds like a dream! Designing your bathroom and choosing everything that goes inside is something i really want to get into! just need a house now ahah! xx corinne
It would be a dream for sure – one day I will manage it as well.
I don’t have any plans to adapt at the moment but I’m sure that will change. I hope you manage to get your walk in bath eventually – it sounds like you really want it.
Thank you – I have my fingers tightly crossed in hope!
I love a good bathtub and different design. This one is really different.
There is something really relaxing about a good bath isn’t there.
We’ve just had our bathroom redone and it’s so worth it!
There is something wonderful about it isn’t there, I am still so grateful for having the shower.
It took my mummy 4 months to lie down properly after her lung surgery and even now she finds bathtime a stressful and painful experience. This post has come at a good time and she really needs to think about her options moving forward. She used to really enjoy a soak too. 🙁 Fingers crossed you both find a bathroom solution x
I hope it helps your Mummy think of some ways to help her in the bathroom.
The house that we recently bought has an outdated bathrooms, it definitely needs some major lifts. These are great ideas that I need to keep in mind.
Good luck with revamping your bathroom!I hope i goes well.
Walk in Bathrooms are really so convenient. This one looks really elegant and has so many convenient functions too. Of course it must be really expensive..
It is amazing the different features you can for a bathroom now isn’t it.
My Nan had a walk in bath and it was incredible, so expensive though! x
Yeah the price is the bad thing isn’t it 🙁 I need to win the lottery I think.
I had no idea there was such a thing as a walk in bath either. My parents got rid of their bath for a double shower as my mum couldn’t get in or out of it so she’d love this as I know she misses a good bath x
There is nothing like a good bath sometimes, I love this offers both a bath and a shower as well so you can decide.