There are two main types of baby changing unit to choose from a wall mounted and a free standing furniture piece. A wall mounted changing unit is similar to those found in baby changing rooms in shopping mall, restaurants and hotel for e.g. The ideal thing about a wall mounted baby changing unit is that it is a space saving device that will ease the need for bending crouching and trying to balance the baby on your lap especially as the baby gets bigger. Wall mounted baby changing units are usually made of a sturdy robust polyethylene material that is safe and comfortable for baby. These baby changing units are available in a horizontal or vertical model.



For safety reasons a strap and buckle is used to stop the baby from wriggling about and falling off the unit. The wall unit come in a slim design with wall hooks for easy mounting. Free standing baby changing units for those with a bit more space are available in a heavy plastic, wood or a fabric folding style for easy folding and storage. The free standing units will include a bath for washing a baby a changing unit on top with a dresser below for storage of baby toiletries and baby clothes. The combination of a changer and a dresser will free up space for other necessary baby furniture. Wooden baby units in various styles and colours will be an attractive piece of furniture to match a baby crib and wardrobe.



The choice of wall mounted wall units will mean that the unit can be folded upward a will take up a fraction of the space of a free standing one. Wall mounted and free standing baby changing unit will be a fixed piece of furniture in a nursery, whereas a folding convenient changing unit will be portable and will fold away flat for easy storage. For space saving ideas choose a changing unit with baskets or drawers and cupboards for keeping baby utensils out of view. Changing units can be bough separately or as a set. It is important to remember that a baby no matter how big or small should not be left unattended on a changing unit.



For convenient changing for mom and baby alike as the height advantage means no stretching or bending and the unit can be easily cleaned for hygiene purposes. For those who just don’t have the luxury of being able to afford a changing unit or just don’t have the space, a baby changing mat is an alternative. Changing mats are well padded with the side edges raised to prevent baby from rolling off. There are many designs and colours. The mat can be put onto the floor to change baby safely cleanly and quickly. The internet is wise place to browse for the variations of styles and prices. The choice of baby changing unit will depend on many factors, space, budget and taste.