Small Baby Changing Table

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Updated 21/03/2021

For homes with smaller nurseries, you could use a small baby changing table. Less than the usual size but still perfectly adequate for the task at hand, these small changing tables can easily fit anywhere you need to change your baby, without rearranging the whole house to compensate. In several attractive options, pick one that matches the rest of your nursery furniture.

Buying Guide

When you are furnishing a nursery, a small baby changing table is not the first furniture piece that comes to your head. However, it is a critical piece nonetheless.

What are the benefits of a baby changing table?

It is true that you'll be able to change your baby's diapers on a bed, floor, or countertop, but having a changing table will ensure your baby is safe, secure, and comfortable, especially when you have to change its diapers at least 8 times a day.

A small baby changing table saves you the unnecessary back pain that's often associated with changing a baby's diapers. This is because you no longer have to bend over in the most awkward position.

We understand that there are people who hesitate buying baby changing tables as they think they become redundant after two years. Fortunately, you can use a changing table as a desk or dresser once your baby no longer needs changing!

How to ensure the baby changing table is safe for your child?

The safety of a baby is always a mom's number one concern. To ensure your child is safe whenever it is laid down on its changing table, find the unit that includes guardrails and safety straps. Also, look for the table that has rounded corners to ensure your baby doesn't get caught on sharp edges.

Most small baby changing tables come with changing table pads to make babies comfortable. If your table comes with a thin pad and it doesn't feel cozy at all, simply get a replacement. A thick pad is recommended, but it shouldn't be thick enough that it has a height that's higher than the height of the guardrails. Changing pads are machine washable so throw them in the wash as needed.

What most moms do to ensure they get quality changing tables is only purchase from reputable manufacturers of baby and nursery furniture.

What different styles of baby changing tables are there?

Traditional baby changing tables have classic detailing like bun feet, scrollwork, intricate moldings, and embossed paneling. Reflections of past trends and eras, traditional nursery furniture is also characterized by graceful curves and rich finishes.

Contemporary changing tables, on the other hand, have a relaxed and comfortable appearance. They're characterized by clean, simple lines and decorative elements.

Small baby changing tables are repurposed into desks or dressers. If this is also your plan, then make sure you pick the table with a style that you can appreciate for years. Wooden changing tables with dark or natural finishes are your safe and reliable choices. They easily fit into the majority of rooms.

If you have an adorable baby girl, you may want to turn its changing table into an elegant dresser for her stylish bedroom. If so, then it is perfectly fine if you choose something that's exclusive like a pink changing table. It'd be more suitable for her bedroom. Have a bit of foresight when you are selecting a changing table because it is quite possible that you will use it to serve another purpose in the years to come.

As a parent, you only want what is best for your child. Follow the tips you've just learned but trust your gut instinct as well when you're buying a small changing table for your baby.