Logo Natart Logo Tulip
Naps N' Dreams
  • Home
  • About
  • DIY station
    • DIY station

      Quick and Easy Holiday & New Years crafts…

      December 22, 2020

      DIY station

      DIY Holiday Crafts for Kids

      December 11, 2019

      DIY station

      Homemade Halloween Costume Ideas for Kids

      October 22, 2019

      DIY station

      DIY Baby Name Wall Decor

      September 20, 2019

      DIY station

      DIY Personalized Crib Mobiles

      July 24, 2019

  • Nursery Crushes
    • Nursery Crushes

      How to Use the 2025 Colors of the…

      January 26, 2025

      Nursery Crushes

      NURSERY TRENDS 2022: CURVES

      April 29, 2022

      Nursery Crushes

      New Colors for the Matty Changer

      November 16, 2021

      Nursery Crushes

      Sherwin Williams 2022 Color of the Year

      October 28, 2021

      Nursery Crushes

      Products to purchase for the future of your…

      August 10, 2021

  • Tips n’ tricks
    • Tips n’ tricks

      What Are Nesting Parties? How to Throw One…

      March 14, 2025

      Tips n’ tricks

      5 Effective Holiday Tips for New Parents Navigating…

      December 30, 2024

      Tips n’ tricks

      Overcoming Sleep Deprivation: Why Sleep Matters for Both…

      June 18, 2024

      Tips n’ tricks

      5 Steps to Harmonize Nursery Trends with Your…

      January 31, 2024

      Tips n’ tricks

      Designing a Stimulating Nursery: A Guide to Nurturing…

      August 22, 2023

  • Playtime
    • Playtime

      Designing a Stimulating Nursery: A Guide to Nurturing…

      August 22, 2023

      Playtime

      6 Simple Steps to Improve Air Quality in…

      July 18, 2023

      Playtime

      3 Magical Yet Frugal Vacation Ideas with Children

      July 20, 2022

      Playtime

      Introducing Music to Babies

      December 16, 2021

      Playtime

      Indoor Activities for Kids & Parents to Enjoy…

      March 13, 2020

  • Yummy moments
  • Home
  • About
  • DIY station
    • DIY station

      Quick and Easy Holiday & New Years crafts…

      December 22, 2020

      DIY station

      DIY Holiday Crafts for Kids

      December 11, 2019

      DIY station

      Homemade Halloween Costume Ideas for Kids

      October 22, 2019

      DIY station

      DIY Baby Name Wall Decor

      September 20, 2019

      DIY station

      DIY Personalized Crib Mobiles

      July 24, 2019

  • Nursery Crushes
    • Nursery Crushes

      How to Use the 2025 Colors of the…

      January 26, 2025

      Nursery Crushes

      NURSERY TRENDS 2022: CURVES

      April 29, 2022

      Nursery Crushes

      New Colors for the Matty Changer

      November 16, 2021

      Nursery Crushes

      Sherwin Williams 2022 Color of the Year

      October 28, 2021

      Nursery Crushes

      Products to purchase for the future of your…

      August 10, 2021

  • Tips n’ tricks
    • Tips n’ tricks

      What Are Nesting Parties? How to Throw One…

      March 14, 2025

      Tips n’ tricks

      5 Effective Holiday Tips for New Parents Navigating…

      December 30, 2024

      Tips n’ tricks

      Overcoming Sleep Deprivation: Why Sleep Matters for Both…

      June 18, 2024

      Tips n’ tricks

      5 Steps to Harmonize Nursery Trends with Your…

      January 31, 2024

      Tips n’ tricks

      Designing a Stimulating Nursery: A Guide to Nurturing…

      August 22, 2023

  • Playtime
    • Playtime

      Designing a Stimulating Nursery: A Guide to Nurturing…

      August 22, 2023

      Playtime

      6 Simple Steps to Improve Air Quality in…

      July 18, 2023

      Playtime

      3 Magical Yet Frugal Vacation Ideas with Children

      July 20, 2022

      Playtime

      Introducing Music to Babies

      December 16, 2021

      Playtime

      Indoor Activities for Kids & Parents to Enjoy…

      March 13, 2020

  • Yummy moments

Naps N' Dreams

a parent's getaway when their little ones are nappin'

Tips n’ tricks

Creating a clean & safe changing station for your baby

written by Natart Juvenile June 23, 2020
Creating a clean & safe changing station for your baby

Preparing for your baby’s arrival can be fun and exciting but also overwhelming. There’s so much to do before the baby comes! You have to decorate the nursery, buy furniture, and make sure to have essentials like diapers and clothes on hand. Selecting paint colors for the nursery might be fun but setting up a clean and safe changing station is essential.

You will be using the changing station quite often during the day and you might be surprised at how many diapers your baby goes through. So you definitely need a safe and clean space that lets you manage a diaper change without spreading germs or making a mess. 

It may seem like a lot of work to create a changing station but you won’t regret it when you’re on the tenth diaper change for the day! Here’s a quick checklist for setting one up in your home:

Location

First things first. You need to have a designated spot for diaper changes. You can change diapers on the floor, on top of a sturdy dresser or a changing table. Confining diaper changes to one spot has a few benefits:

  1. You have everything you need in one spot
  2. You are not unwittingly spreading germs around the house
  3. If you have other children, there are fewer chances of them swapping germs with the baby

Stock up in advance

The rumors are true, babies go through diapers like you wouldn’t believe. But diapers are not the only items you need for a clean change. Most new parents have loads of diapers ready. But do you also have baby cream, washcloths, water-proof liners, and maybe a small blanket or two on hand? 

There’s nothing worse than trying to change the diaper on a wriggling baby only to find that you’ve run out of cream or don’t have a washcloth to wipe up stains. Babies also grow really quickly, so have a few diapers and clothes in the next size in the closet. You never know when you might need them!

Keep everything within reach

The advantage of always changing diapers in one spot is that you have everything you need ready to go. Always make sure you have storage under or near the changing station. It could be a dresser, a closet, or even built-in drawers in the changing table. 

Use storage bins in various sizes to keep everything organized. Make sure to open up diaper packages and have them ready to use. A couple of onesies or any easy to wear outfit for the baby when their original clothes get dirty is also a good idea.

Distractions 

Have you tried to change the diaper on a wriggling, crying baby? Even with a safety belt or changing mat, it can be hard to keep them quiet while reaching for a clean diaper. It’s worth your while to keep some distractions handy. If your changing station is the floor, have a favorite toy or two nearby. If you use a dresser top or changing table, you can also hang a mobile overhead to distract a crying baby. Make sure to clean and disinfect toys regularly as they’re liable to get germs, no matter how careful you are while changing.

Safety and hygiene

Safety concerns abound when you’re dealing with a newborn and diaper changes are no exception. That’s one of the other reasons to have a designated spot and essentials within arm’s reach. You cannot leave a squirming baby alone for a second or take your hands off them. Even if you change diapers on the floor, babies can crawl over or pull on something within reach.

So make sure to use baby-safe products with rounded corners or bumpers where possible. Keep items like hand sanitizers or creams out of reach for the baby, even though they should still be accessible for adults. Clean, sanitize, and disinfect all the reusable products such as the changing mat, liners, blankets, washcloths, etc.

Changing mat

A changing mat is practically an indispensable tool when it comes to diaper changes. Whether you use the floor or a dresser top, the changing mat is essential. The perfect changing mat should be easy to clean, comfortable for the baby to lie on, and hygienic.

That’s why the new Matty changing mat is a must-have for new parents. It’s the all-in-one solution that’s fully portable. You can even take it on trips or vacations to visit family or friends. It’s easy to clean and waterproof. Not just that but you can also disinfect it with ethanol quickly and easily. 

The Matty comes with a built-in safety belt to hold a wiggly baby in place while you change their diaper. It’s also made from molded PUR making it super soft and comfortable for the baby. 

babybaby changing stationbaby roombaby safetychanging matChanging stationchanging station safetyMatty ChangerNursery DecorNursery InspirationNursery Trendssafety
0 comment
0
Facebook Twitter Google + Pinterest
Natart Juvenile

previous post
Natart Juvenile: Responsible manufacturing
next post
The Best of Nursery Furniture Made in Canada

You may also like

Keep your Kids Safe Outdoors

April 11, 2019

Expecting Twins

August 10, 2018

The Importance of Greenguard Certification

February 21, 2018

Tips for Staying Healthy Throughout a Pregnancy

January 29, 2020

Bringing Nature into the Factory

September 17, 2021

6 Tips to Successfully Navigate the First Months...

April 29, 2023

Help your kids get ready for back to...

August 21, 2019

How to Revamp Your Nursery on a Budget

February 22, 2019

How to keep your newborn baby healthy during...

November 28, 2018

Fun Ways to Announce a Birth

March 21, 2019

About

About

Naps N’ Dreams

Natart Juvenile and its sister brand Tulip Juvenile, have created this blog to celebrate life as a parent with our team’s best life hacks, ideas, inspirations, tips and tricks.

Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive inspirations, tips and tricks!

Search

Recent Posts

  • What Are Nesting Parties? How to Throw One and What to Bring

    March 14, 2025
  • How to Use the 2025 Colors of the Year to Create a Calm, Serene Nursery

    January 26, 2025
  • 5 Effective Holiday Tips for New Parents Navigating the Season

    December 30, 2024
  • Three Simple Tips for Choosing the Perfect Dresser for Your Nursery

    November 21, 2024

Categories

  • Baby series
  • DIY station
  • Fun Activities
  • Natart Juvenile
  • Nursery Crushes
  • Nursery Trends
  • Playtime
  • Safety
  • Shopping
  • Stylist Secrets
  • Tips n’ tricks
  • Travel
  • Uncategorized

Tags

activities baby baby furniture baby room baby room painting baby safety changing mat christmas Christmas et Holiday season Color Palette cribs Decor decoration inspiration Eco-Friendly Eco-Friendly Nursery environment expecting family family activities greenguard Greenguard Certified holidays holiday season interior decoration Leander Low VOC Baby Furniture Matty Changer Matty Changing Mat Minimalism Minimalist Nursery natart juvenile Natural Nursery nest juvenile nursery Nursery Decor Nursery Design nursery furniture Nursery Inspiration Nursery Trends Nusery Inspiration pregnancy safety Tulip Juvenile Wall Art winter

Keep in touch

Facebook Instagram Pinterest Youtube

Lien vers le site web Natart

Logo Tulip

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Youtube

© 2023 - Naps N’ Dreams, a Natart Furniture initiative.


Back To Top