Change table - what should be there and where should it be?

I'm setting up my nursery and wondering about the change table. For all you who have now been using your room and tables for a while, I thought maybe you could offer some tips!





Where should it be in relation to the closet (which houses the dresser)? Right now it's across the room from the closet/dresser but I was thinking of keeping a box/basket of onsies there, and grabbing the outfit before I start the changing? There is also some lighting above the table that I'm going to have installed on a dimmer.





What should be kept on or near the table?


So far on the change table (on the shelving below) I've got some reusable diapers, a spot for the disposable diapers I'll be using the first few weeks, a laundry basket for the reusables, powder, booties box, and hats basket. I was thinking of putting the onsies basket/box there too.





Near the table I've got a shelf that has the thermometer, nail clippers and items like that.





Is there anything else I should have there?

Change table - what should be there and where should it be?
You seem to be very on top of everything but if you plan to use power make sure that it is within reach along with the wipes. One trick that I found out after my daughter was born was to make sure that before I changed her weather its for a bath or just her diaper always make sure that you put everything that you need lay out ready for you to just grab. My daughter is not two years old and when it is time to take a bath or change her diaper she now knows that before we do anything we have to lay-out what we are going to use first.
Reply:I do the same as Alyssa's mommy. I like to have socks in the changing table drawer too ~ it seems to be the one thing I always forget!





Our table is actually in the living room! Always nice when company arrives and you're right in the middle of a poopy diaper! But we have two kids and one table ~ don't want to wake one or the other up in the middle of the night when one requires changing!
Reply:I grab my daughters clothes and put them on the table before I put her there. I just keep diapers, wipes, rash cream, changing pads, and a thermometer.





I use the storage underneath for toys and stuff. I keep things like the nail clipper and the nose bulb and stuff on the couch where I nurse my daughter. It is easier for me.





The dresser and changing table are just where they fit.
Reply:Burp cloths and recieving blankets and washclothes





Thermometer and vaseline





Diaper rash cream





I keep mine within arms reach of the dressers because of the many times I have gone to change a diaper and one of them pooped all over the place. Then I have to change an entire outfit when I didn't expect to. Or one of them sticks a sock in the diaper while I'm changing them.
Reply:This may sound crazy...............but i would probably keep the changing table in the room you are in the most. We live in our living room so it's nice to have things convenient in that location.





things on table


diapers


wipes'


rash cream


onesies


basket of Tylenol, nail clippers, gas drops, etc.
Reply:i used the change table fro about a week before i just started using a change mat and changed her on the floor or the couch. it was a total pita having to trek back and forth, back and forth and the change table ended up being a laundry hamper anyway.
Reply:After my son "sprayed" the walls and carpet in the nursery (Dad was doing one of his first changes), I decided to move my changing station to my laundry room. I know that it sounds crazy, but all of my new mom friends have made the switch. I don't care as much about the paint and the tile floors are a breeze to clean. I put the padded changing table topper on top of the washer/dryer. In the cabinet above, I have paper towels (which I use for wipes), cloth and disposable diapers, q-tips, white onesies, baby towels, and wash cloths.





It sounds like you might be using fuzzi bunz or some other reusable diaper. Having a laundry tub makes rinses a breeze. During big messes - those which wipes cannot do the job - I just run my son's rear end under the water and give him a "butt bath." Then my diapers (and dirty clothes) are there ready to be washed without having to drag them all through the house.





I'm a little leary of chemicals and use warm wet paper towels as wipes. Much less expensive, we always have some in the house if I run out, and no need for a warmer.





There is really no need to rush you little one into an outfit if it is warm in your house. Skin to skin contact can be very soothing to a baby.





My son also loves the gentle motion when I happen to have the dryer on. During some fussy times, we've hung out there instead of going for a drive. Same as going for a ride, but less gas and my laundry is getting done!





Nail Clippers: I keep these next to his crib and next to our bed (he sometimes naps with me in the big bed). I've found it nearly impossible to clip nails when he is awake and do it when he is in deep sleep (look for limp limbs). That way I can take my time and avoid clipping finger tips.





REMEMBER - Never leave a child unattended at the changing station, wherever it be! It's easy to become lax thinking that they can't roll over yet. Please put safety first.

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