Safety tip: Even if your changing table has built-in safety features like a belt and railings, never leave a baby unattended on a changing table or pad. Something important to point out is that the surface dries pretty instantly. Here in the Seattle area where it's wet a lot of the time, things don't dry out so easily, so there's potential for pads without a strong water-resistant outer lining to become a breeding ground for mold or bacteria. CONS I need to add to her response that the Environmental Working Group gives polyurethane a 1, the best/healthiest score. PROS Purpose: Are you looking for something to permanently add to the nursery or for something to carry to different rooms in your house? Some changing tables can even turn into regular furniture like a dresser or bed frame once your baby has outgrown diapers. There aren’t many big aspects of the Skip Hop Nursery Style Wipe-Clean Changing Pad that totally set it apart from some of the others on this list or even the Keekaroo Peanut Changer itself, but it does have some fun features you won’t find anywhere else.

Yes, it’s expensive, but if you calculate the costs of buying throwaway changing pads for two children for as long as they are in diapers, it comes close in terms of even costs. Its safety features made me feel secure in using it, and the high-quality durable material was also a huge perk, as it can last for years and even be passed down or sold as a secondhand baby product. The shape and design of the changing pad are meant to keep your baby safe and comfortable throughout all diaper changes and the upraised sides mean your little one isn’t likely to roll off. The cushion material…is made of polyurethane polymer and foam. Polyurethane Polymer is the raw material form. Once Polyurethane Polymer is processed, it becomes a Polyurethane Polymer Elastomer, which is a synthetic rubber. An example of a Polyurethane Polymer Elastomer is Spandex, sometimes referred to as Lycra, found in all kinds of clothing material. Our Cushions do not contain PBDE…[which are] organobromine compounds that are used as flame retardants in some applications. Our Flame retardant properties come from the inherent polymer structure of our trade secret materials.

This is a true 4-sided changing pad, which means that the 4" high edge surrounds the entire pad perimeter (it's about 2.5" to 3" high from the inside). This is great for when your baby starts to wiggle, roll, and scoot around. The primary downfall is that a taller baby might grow out of the shape and be a bit uncomfortable. Until then, the LA Baby Cocoon is pretty awesome. It has straps to secure to the dresser or changing table, a safety belt, a waterproof cover, and a no-skid base. In our testing, we thought the cocoon-style shape was comfortable and comforting for smaller babies and the entire pad felt high quality. The vinyl cover is textured which is unfortunate for cleaning and staining, though it is waterproof and can be wiped clean. The dimensions are pretty standard, coming in at 30" long by 16" wide (and 4" high), which means that almost any changing pad cover will fit onto it just fine. As a diaper changer, the Keekaroo Peanut is basically the “creme de la creme” because you can put it anywhere from a changing table to next to your bed thanks to its safety features that include a sturdy base and safety strap. Fortunately, we've been reviewing changing pads for over 10 years, and if we made our own, here is what it would look like: The changer was designed originally for hospital settings with hygiene in mind. The manufacturer states that the outer shell is resistant to bacteria growth and does not deteriorate over time. Despite all of that, the Keekaroo Peanut Changer is soft and squishy to the touch, so it is a super comfortable surface to change your baby on. Grippy Anti-Slip Bottom: If the changing pad is made of a rubbery material, such as the Keekaroo, the odds are that it will grip very nicely to nearly any surface. But if it's plastic like on most traditional changing pads, you'll want to find one with anti-slip grippers on the bottom, such as seen with the Munchkin Secure Grip (thus the name!). When in doubt, also use the safety straps.

Overall, there are some awesome options out there, and we think you'll be happy with any of our top 10 changing pads! Questions? Visit us on Facebook and send a message! The pad itself is soft enough for most babies to feel cushion beneath them rather than a hard surface. When compared to the other changing pads, the Skip Hop is about the same length as the Keekaroo, but an inch and a half wider – which is worth noting if you plan on using a dresser as a changing table. There’s also a slight slope on the changing pad so if your child urinates while you have them on the pad, then the urine will most likely flow down the slight incline instead of the pool beneath your baby. If you’re at all familiar with the Bumbo Seat, then you’ll probably respond just as well to the Bumbo Changing Pad , which seems to be made of a similar durable foam material. It has contoured support on two sides to keep your baby safely within the short walls of the pad and you can use it for diaper changes or even just for playtime on the floor since it’s that comfortable.

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Waterproof and Easy Cleaning: Your baby will definitely have at least one unexpected pee-sprinkler or blow-out while on the changing pad, making it especially important that the core of the pad will not be exposed to poop or pee. Basically all modern changing pads are waterproof, which also makes them super easy to clean. The smoother the surface and less texture, the easier the pad will be to clean. Keep that in mind when you see "quilted" vinyl pads that look nice, but might trap bacteria. We suggest a washable changing pad cover that you can remove, wash, and reuse; this makes wiping down the changing pad nice and easy while you wash the cover, perhaps along with your cloth diapers! What that means is if your little one is on the taller side, they may grow out of this piece of baby gear sooner than they would the Keekaroo.

Safety Straps: Most changing pads designed for home have safety straps that allow you to attach the pad to your surface of choice, like a changing table, dresser, or tabletop. Some parents find this reassuring that the pad is less likely to slide around, but some find it unnecessary or frustrating to use (especially when it comes to cleaning, or replacing a changing pad cover). This Keekaroo dupe is more of a Keekaroo alternative, I would say: that is, it’s about the same price as a Keekaroo peanut changer, but a bit of a different design.

It is made in the USA and comes with a 5-year warranty and is free of: Latex, PVC, BPA, Phthalate, and Formaldehyde. The changing pad also has a 30 pound weight limit. Keekaroo Safety