The 3 Characteristics of a Good Changing Table
Megan DeslongchampsBecoming a parent for the first time is quite a change! So it's perfectly normal to feel a little overwhelmed when shopping for baby items like a changing table. Since you'll be using this piece of furniture several times a day for years to come, you need to choose a changing table that will meet all your needs and those of your family.
To help you in your search, here are the 3 main features to consider when choosing your changing table!
1. The removable frame - a key element
Cotton Candy Changing table with removable rim, drawers, and open storage - Pure White
Kids grow up fast! That's why pieces of furniture that grow with your child are THE solution to avoid constantly having to make new purchases. Our changing tables with removable frame ensure the safety of your baby, as well as facilitating the transition from nursery to kid’s room. Simply remove the edge and mattress from the top of the table to transform it into a chest of drawers! It's simple and leaves no trace!
At South Shore Furniture, our products are built to last. You can complete your little one's room with a crib or bedside table that matches perfectly. You'll save time and money by reusing some of the furniture!
2. Storage by the ton
Nurseries are often the smallest rooms in the house. As the family grows, space becomes increasingly limited! For this reason, your changing table isn't just a surface for changing diapers, it's also a hyper-important piece of storage furniture in your baby's room.
Because as we all know, babies need a lot of things in their first months of life: diapers, lotions, powder, clothes, washcloths, wipes and more. To meet your needs (and those of your baby!), there are changing tables available with several types of storage.
Drawers, open storage, baskets: the options are endless
Cotton Candy Changing table with removable rim, drawers, and open storage - Pure White
Open storage gives you easy access to spare wipes, blankets and pajamas without taking your eyes off baby, while closed storage lets you hide and organize items inside drawers. It's up to you to decide whether you prefer open storage for easy access, or closed storage with products out of sight.
Another option is a changing table with baskets. This original and trendy configuration makes it easy to transport baby toys or any other essentials around the house. You can also select a changing table with open storage and add the baskets of your choice.
3. The right size for your space
The older your baby gets, the more they’ll play on the floor and have fun in their room. To free up as much floor space as possible, choose a changing table that is the optimum size. The size of the changing table is important, as you don't want the room to be crammed. However, if you have a larger surface area, a wider changing table will maximize storage. Some South Shore Furniture changing tables even have an extra space on the surface, for easy storage of your changing essentials. These are all elements that need to be considered to create a place that's both cozy and functional!
When you're ready to shop for your very first changing table, start by defining your needs and assessing the space you must work with. Once you've done that, you'll be able to select the best product for your family.
Whether it's the presence or absence of a removable frame, the different types of storage or the size of the changing table, these 3 features need to be considered to make your daily life easier and to ensure that you never have to move away from the baby during diaper changes.