Baby on a changing table

Changing Table Buying Guide

You can diaper a baby almost anywhere she is safe from falling, even on the floor. But because you'll change more than 2,000 diapers in your baby's first year, your back and knees will benefit from something made for the task—either a standard changing table or a dresser that doubles as one.

Brands

Most models have wood frames, but you might find some made of wicker, vinyl, plastic, and metal. A safety belt—a single strap with a wide buckle—is usually included with the changing pad. If there isn't one, buy a changing pad with a safety belt and attach the pad to the table according to the manufacturer's directions. Here are the major makers of changing tables, in alphabetical order: