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Best Changing Pads for Diapering

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Keys to Dry Diapering for New Parents

Would you knowingly let your baby roll off the changing table or dresser? Would you let your little one sink into his/her own pee?

Of course not! You want the best for your baby, no matter how old. As you are stocking your nursery with furniture, decor, and baby gear, don't forget the changing pads. Keep reading and learn about the characteristics that will keep your child safe and dry.

New Baby Gear: Diaper Changing Tips

BONUS Tips:
  • Wash your hands and your baby's hands, before and after.

  • Never leave the baby unattended.

  • Keep the baby's hands busy so there will be no temptation to play in poo.

  • Be prepared for the unexpected.

  • Use the moment as a time to bond with your child, instead of thinking of it as a stinky, messy chore.

  • Always wipe from front to back to avoid urinary tract infections.

  • Do not use baby powder with diapering.

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What to Look for in a Baby Changing Pad...

Choosing the best diaper changing pad doesn't need to be difficult. Use the tips below to pin down the exact model that you need.
  • Do you want one pad that will last until your child has outgrown the diaper stage, or would you prefer disposable pads?

  • Select a pad that is made of waterproof material, even if you will be putting a cover over top of it.

  • For newborns, changing pad safety belts are essential. As your baby grows and gains more control of his/her movements the restraints may be less necessary.

  • Find the right size to match your needs, whether you are building your own changing table, converting a dresser into a diaper change station, or buying a baby changer to match your nursery decor.

...when you're building your own changing table

As you are looking through woodworking plans and deciding on your baby changing table plan specifications, remember that you must be able to find a pad that fits on whatever table you construct.

Use the tips under the "dresser as a changing table" and "store-bought changing table" sections to make sure you have the right fit.

...when you're converting a dresser into a changing table

  1. Safety over style. Because your dresser is not designed as a baby changing station, you may need to take extra precautions.

  2. Buy a diaper pad with security straps, or purchase a safety belt kit separately. You need to be able to hook the changing pad to the dresser and also hook the baby to the changing pad.

  3. Look for a contoured changing table pad with high walls to keep the child from rolling off the dresser. Always use the safety belt and keep at least one hand on the baby at all times.



DaVinci Contour Changer Pads - Free Shipping

Simmons Kids Three Sided Contour Dressing Table Pad with Non-Skid Bottom

...when you have a ready-to-assemble changer

  1. Buy a changing pad that fits the size of your changer surface. The industry standard is 16 x 34, but your changer may not be a standard size!

  2. The changing pad or the baby changing table must have straps to hold the two pieces together and keep your child safe.

  3. One of the most important aspects of a baby changing table pad is that it must be easy to keep clean. Look for waterproof panels, such as vinyl.


Serta Crib Mattresses Nightstar Changing Pad with Comfort Shield

Summer Infant Contoured Changing Pad With Safety Straps

Machine Washable Changing Pad Covers

Protect your changing mats and ease the cleaning by purchasing a few of these machine-washable changing pad covers. Toss them in the laundry and get ready for another round of Huggies.
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