Location, Location,
Location: Setting Up Diaper Changing Areas
There are a number of good diaper changing locations
in every home. Setting up more than one area works well in large homes
and two story homes. Wherever you change a diaper, hold onto the baby securely
with at least one hand at all times to prevent falls. For nighttime diaper
changes, it’s nice to have a small or dim light or night-light in the
changing area, so that you don’t overstimulate and fully waken your baby. When baby
wakes up at night, it’s good to keep lights dimmed, and keep all interactions “brief and
boring,” to help baby develop the habit of sleeping at night.
• If your baby has sensitive skin and you’re not using baby wipes every day, it may be
convenient to locate changing area where you have access to water. A roomy bathroom
counter may be big enough to hold a cozy changing pad or folded towel or blanket.
Supplies can be stored on the counter or in the drawers or cabinet below, and a container
for used diapers can be placed nearby. A very spacious bathroom may have room to
position a changing table close to a sink. Either way, it’s quick and convenient to
dampen cotton balls with warm water and to wash your hands one at a time. A clean
dispenser will keep liquid soap cleaner than bar soap.
• A changing area or table in baby’s room is convenient, especially if you’re using baby
wipes, and don’t need instant access to warm water during the diaper change.
• A folded blanket or towel on the lowered tailgate of your sports utility vehicle provides
a cleaner changing area when you’re away from home. It is relatively free
of bacteria and viruses from outside your household.
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