Convertible straps - a backpack is great for when you need your hands free, but a shoulder bag works best if you need to rummage around while you're on the go. Taking a travel changing mat with you on your travels can ensure simple and stress-free nappy changes, even in the absence of adequate baby changing facilities. For portable pads: Wipe down with an antibacterial wipe or a wet cloth and a little bleach, and air dry it in the sun. It then folds up into a neat rectangle, with a Velcro fastening, which can be popped into a handbag or under the pram. The babies can't tell us one way or another, and the foam does not feel cold to our touch, but there's no harm in using a blanket — just be aware you put yourself back in laundry-land.

When you are placing a changing pad on a piece of furniture and want to be reassured that it'll stay put, we like that Munchkin's pad has four rubber safety strips on the bottom. She has a degree in business but has honorary Masters in Taming Tantrums, Messy Play, Toy Finding and Cuddling. That's especially welcome for parents of newborns who want reassurance in between pediatrician visits that their baby is eating enough to keep gaining and growing.

Never ones to slack on the finer details, Bugaboo have coated the bottom of the bag in a protective PU so it doesn't get dirty or damaged. The toy bar is nice also for a distraction for the baby but can get in the way of the changing so just be careful with that! It has a full-size, fold-out changing mat - our tester found this ideal for putting onto pull-down public changing tables - and a small, detachable clutch for independent use.

However, if you’re looking for something which can be used for both nappy changes and play time, opt for the Bumbo Changing Pad which will be a great addition to any nursery.The right pad will help you get the job done as safely, quickly and mess-free as possible, keeping your baby relatively comfortable while you work. Many modern changing bags are designed to look good while offering practical features too, so it's perfectly possible to find a changing bag you're also happy to use for other situations. It has to be MM/DD/YY but the manufacture date on the information card that came with the item is a combination of letters and numbers. Our experts reviewed the top 20 Portable Changing Stations and also dug through the reviews from 47 of the most popular review sites including and more. This Skip Hop Pronto is our pick for the best changing mat because it's small and compact but incredibly well-designed.

With just one person testing each of the bags in exactly the same ways, we were able to ensure consistency in our ratings and give the most accurate comparisons. A mesh pocket on the pad can hold four large-sized diapers, with room to spare for creams and anything else you might need. You can (and likely sometimes will) change your baby's diaper while they lie on a blanket or towel on the floor. For some, this may be true and we’re not claiming it would be impossible to use a bag that’s not explicitly marketed as a changing bag. When full, this fold-up changing mat is inevitably a little more bulky than some, however, we love the convenient carry handle, which can be suspended from the handlebar of your stroller with ease.

Whether you are going on a plane, a car or a train, the mat is important so that you are ready to change your baby. After each diaper change, roll the soiled diaper up into a ball and use the adhesive tabs to secure it. Made from soft organic cotton with a wipe-down internal lining, the memory foam padding ensures your baby stays calm and comfortable during nappy changes.