Shnuggle Squishy Baby Changing Mat | Soft and warm foam material is nicer for babies | Perfect for Nappy / Diaper Changing Time | Anti-Slip Easy Clean Wipeable | Grey

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A changing mat will become part of your essential baby kit. You might even find you want one mat in your baby’s nursery, one downstairs, and another in the changing bag itself… even one at grandparents’ houses. A changing mat will provide a clean, comfortable surface for you to change your baby on. It will be easy to wipe clean if any spills occur (which they will), and will support your baby while you get down to business. The best overall changing mat for babies is the chic and practical East Coast Nursery Wedge Changing Mat with wedged sides for support and safety. What should I look for in a changing mat? I can honestly say just get one which is nicely padded and the ones with sloping sides are handy when they start rolling. They're called 'wedge' shaped.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnetter Cherrybakewellard) Our verdict A big nursery décor trend is changing baskets. These baskets are often woven from natural materials and look super stylish. They’re practical too, as you can get a couple of liners and switch them around, and you can wash them to make sure everything is nice and clean. What are the key things to think about when buying a changing mat?

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Of course, changing mats should be easy to clean. Trust us, accidents will happen. So look for a change mat that’s either wipe-clean or has a removable cover or liner that is washing-machine friendly.

Does it offer special features? These days, many change mats are decorated with beautiful printed artwork. Some offer functional design features such as anti-roll wedge sides, which can be really useful, especially if you have a particularly wriggly baby. But the fact of the matter is that special features often add expense so if your budget is tight, you may well find that a basic change mat does the job perfectly well. Is a changing mat necessary? If your mat has a washable cover, make you clean it regularly. Where can you buy baby changing mats? You don't have to buy a mat with a cotton cover, you can always use a soft towel to make it warmer for little ones, especially newborns.

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You can shop for a changing mat or pad in all types of baby-friendly colours such as blue or pink, but if you are buying one before your baby is born, look for a gender neutral pattern and colour, such as grey or beige stars or spots. How do I clean it? – When a product is doing a messy, dirty job, it’s essential that it can be cleaned easily and frequently. Many mats can be wiped cleaned with a disinfectant spray or wipe. Fabric changing mats are more likely to absorb leaks and should be machine washable to ensure that they can be properly cleaned between uses. If you choose a fabric changing mat, you may need to consider purchasing two so that you always have one at your disposal while the other is in the wash. There are several Olli and Ella baskets available, but we loved the contrast between the natural seagrass and the recycled plastic white weave on the Reva. It added a little interest to our nursery. We appreciated that it held our wiggling babe securely as we changed them – as well as all our changing essentials – so everything was to hand and secure. To adequately test each changing mat, it’s used for changing a lot of nappies, of different aged children. For newborns, we consider the comfort and support a changing mat delivers, to keep seemingly less-robust newborns warm and safe during changes. For slightly older, wriggly children, safety is a priority, and so we assess how well toddlers fared on anti-roll change mats. In addition, we consider how easy a changing mat is to keep thoroughly clean, and how long they’re likely to withstand daily use without splitting or falling apart.

Clean and disinfect the surface of the changing mat after every use with an antibacterial cleanser or wipes. The best changing mats you can buy in 2023 1. Olli Ella Reva Baby Changing Basket: The best changing mat for style

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However you should NEVER leave your baby unattended when changing their nappy, even if you think they aren't mobile at all.Always wash your hands well after changing your baby's nappy to help prevent the spread of bacteria. You'll need one changing mat in the nursery and also a smaller pad or mat that you can pop into a bag if you need to travel with your baby. If you need something more portable for travel, you can also buy thinner mats that fold up so they're little enough to be popped into a bag for days out with your baby or longer periods of travel. We were given a fold-up changing mat with compartments for wipes and nappies from JoJo Maman Bébé. It was used every single day when DS2 was little, and now is always in the changing bag. I have no idea how I survived without it for DS1!” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user BrioLover) Our verdict

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Sometimes more expensive mats have a soft cotton cover, which is washable. This cotton cover makes the changing mat more comfortable for babies and also easy to keep clean. This padded foam changing mat is designed with wedge shaped sides to help your newborn feel more secure during nappy changes and to prevent an older baby rolling off altogether. Made from phthalate free PVC and filled with foam, this comfortable change mat is waterproof and wipe-clean. Suitable from birth, it features a grey and white alphabet print which should fit nicely into any modern nursery. It’s a great option and fantastic value for the price. Many changing bags come with a mat included in the price. You can also buy travel changing mats that fold into a very small pouch. This changing basket will see you through as many kids as you end up having. The basket requires a liner, which is sold separately, but mercifully isn’t too pricey. You can also throw the liner in the wash, and replace it between kids or if it gets a little worn out. The liner is made from organic cotton and feels well made, but is quite thin. You might end up having to put a towel under the liner to provide extra cushioning.

8. Best high-sided changing mat: The Gilded Bird Wedge Baby Changing Mat

Washable portable changing mat (Bambino Mio is good)." (Recommended by Mumsnet user Theoverstretchedmultitasker) Our verdict