Change tables
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Topic: Change tables
Posted By: herewego...
Subject: Change tables
Date Posted: 06 September 2006 at 5:12pm
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After loads of research, I have discovered today, that the basinette which I am planning on getting, has the option of a change table attachment, which fits on top of it.
I'm quite excited about it, because in theory, the idea is really good. I figure I wont be changing baby while he's sleeping, so will never need to use both items at the same time. And we have limited space in our house, so the idea of utilising the same framework for two pieces of furniture would definately help in saving space. But I'm wondering if it might be a hassle having both the basinette and the change table using the same framework? And also wonder whether a folding style change table would be sturdy enough for a baby, as it gets bigger? Any comments would be greatfully appreciated! ------------- DS#1 - Hamish 24/11/2006 http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: AlyAyde
Date Posted: 06 September 2006 at 5:25pm
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i think it would be a pain. Esp at night times when you want to get the whole thing over with as quickly and with as little fuss as poss. Can you look at the bassinette with the change table on it? Just wondering if you could try it out and see how hard or how long it takes to put the top on. ------------- Jayde 25/12/04 Alyssa 08/04/03 http://Alyayde.bebo.com |
Posted By: ellabellame
Date Posted: 06 September 2006 at 8:27pm
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i agree with maria, in the middle of the night you want the changing to be over with as quickly as possilbe, you really don't want to be fiddling around trying to get the cange table on.
if you can have a look at it before you buy it it's probably best, see whether you can put it on and take it off easily or not. ------------- |
Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 06 September 2006 at 8:33pm
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I had a folding one with Maya and we used it till she was about 12 mths or so - but she was pretty light. By 12 mths she was too wriggly and could climb off it.
I've bought a flash one with the bath in it for the twins just because I'll be using it twice as much  and I like that the bath is at the right height.-------------  Maya Grace (28/02/03)
 (02/01/06)
The Gremlins:Sienna Marie & Mercedes Kailah (14/10/06)
Lil miss:Chiara Louise Chloe (09/07/08)
Her ladyship:Rosalia Sophie Anais (18/06/12)
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Posted By: AnnC
Date Posted: 06 September 2006 at 9:01pm
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Somewhat on the subject I have been tossing up for ages whether or not to get a changing table with a baby or just do with the seperate bath and changing mat. I like the idea of the changing table cause as you said Maya its the right hieght and being tall and not the strongest of backs it would be good - but might be able to get the same thing by putting baby bath on dining table (our house is open plan so fire would heat the dining area) I have almost convinced myself that I 'need' the changing table now and have suggested MIL (as she wants to get us something) either buys it or puts money towards it. ------------- Ann 
Also Mum to Josh (15) and Brooke (10) |
Posted By: AnnC
Date Posted: 06 September 2006 at 9:05pm
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oh and herewego .... it sound like a good idea but I am with the others if its a hassle putting it on top of the bassinette in the middle of the night - don't do it as you want to be quick during the night so they learn that its not time for mucking about and then hopefully learn day and night quicker. also how much during the day wil you use it if it has to be used on the bassinette? Depends if you are keeping bassinette in the lounge during the day or baby room. If you can try it out (changing it from one to the other) then I suggest (like the others) to do so. ------------- Ann
Also Mum to Josh (15) and Brooke (10) |
Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 07 September 2006 at 9:01am
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AnnC - I used to put Maya's baby bath on the kitchen bench or on the table and it was fine. ONly problem was lifting it to empty/fill it as it didn't have one of those flash drain things.
So I am probably just being a snob getting the flash one this time round... ------------- Maya Grace (28/02/03)
(02/01/06)
The Gremlins:Sienna Marie & Mercedes Kailah (14/10/06)
Lil miss:Chiara Louise Chloe (09/07/08)
Her ladyship:Rosalia Sophie Anais (18/06/12)
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Posted By: AnnC
Date Posted: 07 September 2006 at 12:55pm
ah but you are having two babies. I may need to get a c section so am totally convinced now I need one  ------------- Ann
Also Mum to Josh (15) and Brooke (10) |
Posted By: Andie
Date Posted: 07 September 2006 at 1:26pm
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If there was a really high chance of me having a c-section, I'd definantly want a change table! When you're healing from that, changing baby on the floor just isn't going to happen. I like the idea of the 2 in 1 basinette/change table option if it's really quick and simple to pop the change table on and off (even better - the change table/fancy-pants bath... niiiice, Emma!). Another idea is getting a change table mat and putting it on a chest of drawers in the baby's room, if there's one at the right height. ------------- Andie |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 07 September 2006 at 2:43pm
I have a folding one and its awesome! Ella is a big girl already and shes fine  Has clips for when shes even bigger so i can strap her on lol
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