A bathing house in China has introduced a unique concept of looking after young babies who accompany&nbsp;their parents to their bathhouse. This newly rolled-out service is called “rent-a-dad”, which offers assistance to female guests with young sons in an effort to keep boys out of the women-only facilities and make their stay comfortable.&nbsp;

The bathhouse is located in Shenyang, Liaoning Province, in northeastern China. The Red Star News published a report on their promotional poster where they advertised the new service, which had been shared online.&nbsp;

<h2>How does the ‘rent-a-dad’ service work?</h2>

Red Star News published in their report explaining how the service works at this bathhouse. “If a woman brings her son here, we can help change his clothes, give him a bath, and then guide him to a designated area to find the mother. This service is free of charge.”

It was unclear from the report if the male attendants were screened or received any professional training. The age limits for the boys working as ‘rent dads’ was also not mentioned.&nbsp;

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The new service allows for young babies to be bathed separately, while still ensuring that mothers and sons can share quality time together in the lounge afterwards.&nbsp;

Chinese bathhouses usually have separate areas for male and female guests, as well as a unisex lounge area for guests to enjoy food, drinks, massages, entertainment and other amenities after bathing.

<h2>People In China have mixed reaction&nbsp;</h2>

Most people who commented on Chinese social media loved the idea.&nbsp;

“It is very human and cute,” said one person.

“This should be promoted nationwide. No need to see any young boys in the women’s bathing area anymore, or even in the restroom, I don’t want to see boys,” wrote another user.

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“Shenyang truly deserves the title ‘bathing capital’. They’ve really thought it through. This way, mothers can enjoy their meals and play with their children at the bathing centre. How wonderful!” another person commented.

However, some also raised concerns.&nbsp;

One mother wrote, “It truly provides a more human and convenient option. But, as a mother myself, I would not choose to leave such a young child in the care of others. If any issues arise, the bathhouse might be held responsible.”

<h2>Bathhouse culture in China</h2>

Bathhouse&nbsp;culture in China is being followed since ancient times. It can be divided into two main types based on traditions in the North and South. In North China, where the arid climate means people can have dry and flaky skin, bathing involves strong, rough, and even painful scrubbing to remove dust and dead skin.&nbsp;

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In Shenyang, bathhouses can be as grand as palaces. Far from just bathing, these complexes in the present time have modified themselves into a resort experience. Bathhouses here offer movies, video games, karaoke, and food and drink after the bath.&nbsp;

Bathing culture is so ingrained in northern China that there’s a famous local saying that says, “There’s no problem a bath cannot fix. If there is, go and soak yourself again”.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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A bathing house in China has introduced a unique concept of looking after young babies who accompany their parents to their bathhouse. This newly rolled-out service is called “rent-a-dad”, which offers assistance to female guests with young sons in an effort to keep boys out of the women-only facilities and make their stay comfortable.

A bathing house in China has introduced a unique concept of looking after young babies who accompany their parents to their bathhouse. This newly rolled-out service is called “rent-a-dad”, which offers assistance to female guests with young sons in an effort to keep boys out of the women-only facilities and make their stay comfortable. The bathhouse is located in Shenyang, Liaoning Province, in northeastern China. The Red Star News published a report on their promotional poster where they advertised the new service, which had been shared online. How does the ‘rent-a-dad’ service work? Red Star News published in their report explaining how the service works at this bathhouse. “If a woman brings her son here, we can help change his clothes, give him a bath, and then guide him to a designated area to find the mother. This service is free of charge.” It was unclear from the report if the male attendants were screened or received any professional training. The age limits for the boys working as ‘rent dads’ was also not mentioned. Also Read | Iran executes 354 people in first half of 2023: rights group The new service allows for young babies to be bathed separately, while still ensuring that mothers and sons can share quality time together in the lounge afterwards. Chinese bathhouses usually have separate areas for male and female guests, as well as a unisex lounge area for guests to enjoy food, drinks, massages, entertainment and other amenities after bathing. People In China have mixed reaction Most people who commented on Chinese social media loved the idea. “It is very human and cute,” said one person. “This should be promoted nationwide. No need to see any young boys in the women’s bathing area anymore, or even in the restroom, I don’t want to see boys,” wrote another user. Also Read | US: Georgia deputy rescues woman from burning crashed car “Shenyang truly deserves the title ‘bathing capital’. They’ve really thought it through. This way, mothers can enjoy their meals and play with their children at the bathing centre. How wonderful!” another person commented. However, some also raised concerns. One mother wrote, “It truly provides a more human and convenient option. But, as a mother myself, I would not choose to leave such a young child in the care of others. If any issues arise, the bathhouse might be held responsible.” Bathhouse culture in China Bathhouse culture in China is being followed since ancient times. It can be divided into two main types based on traditions in the North and South. In North China, where the arid climate means people can have dry and flaky skin, bathing involves strong, rough, and even painful scrubbing to remove dust and dead skin. Also Read | Italy: Pantheon to start charging entry fee from Monday, said Tourism Ministry In Shenyang, bathhouses can be as grand as palaces. Far from just bathing, these complexes in the present time have modified themselves into a resort experience. Bathhouses here offer movies, video games, karaoke, and food and drink after the bath. Bathing culture is so ingrained in northern China that there’s a famous local saying that says, “There’s no problem a bath cannot fix. If there is, go and soak yourself again”. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A mineral spa in northern Iraq is regaining popularity as renovation work has brought back visitors, to a city once ruled by jihadists, who carried out mass executions. Hisham Khaled often visited the Hamam al-Alil baths as a child with his father but since the facility's restoration, he comes alone. His father, a policeman, was executed near the baths by the Islamic State (IS) group in 2016. 
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Located 30 kilometres (20 miles) south of Mosul, Hamam al-Alil -- meaning the baths of the sick in Arabic -- built a solid reputation over decades with its therapeutic sulphurous waters. But the spa and surrounding village, which shares the same name, are now also known for massacres committed by IS during its occupation of the area. 
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"I lost the people who were dearest to me," says Khaled, 21, sitting shirtless and in his underpants near the spa's circular pool, as reported by AFP. 
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Like other parts of the Mosul area, the slow pace of reconstruction, five years after the jihadists were driven out, leaves locals frustrated. But last month's reopening of the baths, on the banks of the Tigris River, contributes to a return to normality, even if the scars of conflict remain. Khaled is now a masseur at the spa and bathes regularly. He says the sulphur-rich waters have cured him of an allergy and dermatological problems.

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The resort, built in 1984, accommodates between 75 and 100 people, with men and women using separate areas. &nbsp;On surrounding sidewalks, makeshift stalls sell plastic bottles filled with sulphurous mud. After the defeat of IS in 2017, the baths remained popular although the building had fallen into disrepair, with chipped tiles and broken windows. In 2019, authorities undertook renovation work costing $500,000.&nbsp; 
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In late 2016, months before being driven out of Mosul by the Iraqi army and a US-led international coalition, IS rounded up and executed hundreds of people. 
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The bodies of some of the victims were initially found dumped in the open among garbage, leading investigators to the mass grave estimated to hold "the bodies of at least 300 former local police officers", Human Rights Watch said at the time. Today, local officials denounce the slow pace of identifying the bodies as DNA testing is still underway. The jihadists "worked at night, they executed them and buried them with a bulldozer", explains Ahmed, the spa employee. 
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A mineral spa in northern Iraq is regaining popularity as renovation work has brought back visitors, to a city once ruled by jihadists, who carried out mass executions. Hisham Khaled often visited the Hamam al-Alil baths as a child with his father but since the facility's restoration, he comes alone. His father, a policeman, was executed near the baths by the Islamic State (IS) group in 2016. Located 30 kilometres (20 miles) south of Mosul, Hamam al-Alil -- meaning the baths of the sick in Arabic -- built a solid reputation over decades with its therapeutic sulphurous waters. But the spa and surrounding village, which shares the same name, are now also known for massacres committed by IS during its occupation of the area. "I lost the people who were dearest to me," says Khaled, 21, sitting shirtless and in his underpants near the spa's circular pool, as reported by AFP. Like other parts of the Mosul area, the slow pace of reconstruction, five years after the jihadists were driven out, leaves locals frustrated. But last month's reopening of the baths, on the banks of the Tigris River, contributes to a return to normality, even if the scars of conflict remain. Khaled is now a masseur at the spa and bathes regularly. He says the sulphur-rich waters have cured him of an allergy and dermatological problems. Also Read: How did this century-old, 3,800-tonne building in Shanghai start 'walking'? The resort, built in 1984, accommodates between 75 and 100 people, with men and women using separate areas. On surrounding sidewalks, makeshift stalls sell plastic bottles filled with sulphurous mud. After the defeat of IS in 2017, the baths remained popular although the building had fallen into disrepair, with chipped tiles and broken windows. In 2019, authorities undertook renovation work costing $500,000. In late 2016, months before being driven out of Mosul by the Iraqi army and a US-led international coalition, IS rounded up and executed hundreds of people. The bodies of some of the victims were initially found dumped in the open among garbage, leading investigators to the mass grave estimated to hold "the bodies of at least 300 former local police officers", Human Rights Watch said at the time. Today, local officials denounce the slow pace of identifying the bodies as DNA testing is still underway. The jihadists "worked at night, they executed them and buried them with a bulldozer", explains Ahmed, the spa employee. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Iraq's Hamams: Once IS mass execution sites, now being restored as mineral spa

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