Baby's changing and bathing equipment

If you like the idea of having a special changing area, but don't want to build one or convert a piece of furniture like a chest of drawers, then a changing unit is probably right for you. Make sure that it's stable and has plenty of storage space. Alternatively, many parents find a padded changing mat on a chest of drawers or on the floor is sufficient.

If you don't want to bath your baby in the sink or a household basin, you'll need a baby bath. Some are designed to use on the floor while others fit on a stand or across a bath. Choose one that won't be too heavy when full and is easy to empty.

Changing and bathing equipment

New baby equipment

• Changing unit with storage drawers

• Padded changing mat

• Changing bag for going out, with a folding changing mat

• Baby bath

• Cotton wool

• Baby wipes

• Baby oil

• Barrier cream

• Large soft towels

• Flannel or sponge

• Baby's hair brush

• Blunt-ended scissors

• 4 packs disposable nappies

or

• 24 towelling nappies
  
  • Nappy liners
  • Pins/fasteners
  • Plastic pants
  • 2 nappy buckets

Older baby equipment

• Toothbrush

• Bath seat and/or non-slip mat for big bath

• Potty

• Standing block for reaching the sink

Dr Miriam Stoppard

New Babycare
Copyright © 2009 Dorling Kindersley
Text copyright © 2009 Miriam Stoppard

Posted 30.06.2010

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