Finding a changing table for your baby can be as easy or as difficult as you make it! It's really not that hard!
I like to keep things simple - for the easiest way to select your new furniture, let's break it down into main types of changing tables, color choices and shopping tips. Let's go through the types first...
Types of Changing Tables
The classic Changing Table is the simple, utilitarian and a top choice for many. The classic typically has two or three shelves and sometimes a drawer underneath the top platform - the actual changing platform. Here, your typical furnoture style choices will apply: color, cut of wood, and overall design. Here we have pictured a Classic Changing Table by Angel Line. This table is well built and comes in white or cherry. This is the standard. |
 
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Combination Dresser/changing tables are a great way to go. Often there is diffifculty with a classic changing table because it becomes an "extra" piece of furniture in the baby room. You'll have a crib, glider, dresser and changing table. This cuts that down to 3 items and is a real space saver. This is our recommended pick! |
When You Go Shopping
Before you select your baby crib, make sure you take all the necessary precautions. Buying online will certainly get you the best deal - just make sure that you buy from a reputable merchant and select a good maker.
After searching and visiting just about every store out there, we wholeheartedly recommend that you shop at BabyAge.com for your crib. With BabyAge, it's all about quality selection. They have the best online inventory ANYWHERE. Their return policy says that you can't return furniture if it has already been put together, but the furniture makers they deal with are VERY good about manufacturers warrenties and returns/replacements for defects (which are rare).
You'll Need the Space!
Really take some time in shopping for your changing table. Of all the pieces of baby furniture you're going to buy, this is the one that you will actually use most often. Watch out for things like funny shapes (there are a couple out there that have arched sides - it's a horrible design!). Make sure there is plenty of room for storage - you'll want to have diapers, some clean onesy's, baby wipes, powder or diaper rash cream and all kinds of other supplies. They all have to fit in or around your changing table!
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