The perfect changing unit for your baby's room - ideas, hacks & accessories
How wonderful! You're expecting a baby and a magical and unique time lies ahead of you. In addition to the great anticipation, you are now also faced with the challenge of choosing the best changing unit for your baby. With so many options on the market, the decision can be overwhelming. That's why we'll take you by the hand and explain what's important when choosing a changing unit and which changing option might best meet your needs. But how do you make the changing station practical, safe and cosy at the same time? Discover practical hacks, space-saving storage solutions and inspiring design ideas for your perfect nappy-changing corner now!
Why a changing unit?
You will spend a lot of time changing nappies in the future. A newborn needs a new nappy every 2-3 hours. It is therefore a great advantage to have a fixed place for changing nappies where all the necessary utensils are available. When making your choice, you should first and foremost pay attention to functionality. Your nappy-changing station should not only offer sufficient storage space, but also be safe and comfortable. And not just for your baby, but also for you and your partner. The right height plays a decisive role in the choice. Models with additional compartments for nappies and care products are particularly practical. And of course, the look should also be right: The best changing unit will match your interior style and at the same time offer everything you need for baby care. Sounds complicated? It's not! With a few tips on choosing and furnishing, you can easily find the best changing unit for you and your baby.
Advantages of the changing unit
- Usean existing piece of furniture: With the help of a changing unit attachment, you can easily convert your existing chest of drawers into a changing unit.
- Stability: Chests of drawers are sturdily constructed and therefore offer safety even if your little one wriggles around.
- Plenty of storage space: A changing unit offers you enough space for nappies, clothes and other changing utensils so that you have everything within easy reach.
- spacious surface: It allows you to change your baby comfortably and also offers sufficient storage space for all changing utensils.
- Back-friendly height: A chest of drawers usually allows you to change your baby in a back-friendly and upright position.
- Long service life: After nappy changing, you can continue to use the chest of drawers as regular storage space for the nursery.
What should you look out for in your changing unit?
- Comfortable lying surface for your child that is also easy to clean.
- Ergonomic height of the changing unit for you and your partner.
- Sufficient storage space for nappies and care products.
- Safe and robust construction, even when your child becomes more mobile.
We'll tell you how to find the right dimensions and the ideal location for your changing unit!
Practical organiser for your changing unit
You can use our clever organisers to make the most of the space on your drawer chest of drawers. These fit perfectly in the HEMNES and MALM chest of drawers. The clothes are sorted upright - so everything is visible and ready to hand at a glance and you stay relaxed when changing nappies.
Comparison: Which IKEA chest of drawers is the best changing unit?
IKEA offers many chests of drawers that are perfect as changing units with a changing table topper or a few adjustments. But which one is best for your needs? We compare the most popular models in terms of space, height and storage space so that you can make the perfect choice.
Practical alternatives to classic changing units
A changing unit is not for you? There are many clever, space-saving and cost-effective alternatives that work just as well. Whether you live in a small flat, are looking for a flexible solution or simply want to get creative - we'll show you some smart changing stations that make everyday life with a baby easier.
Found your changing unit? Now it's time to furnish and decorate
A cosy changing area is more than just functional - with the right furnishings and lovely decorative elements, it becomes a real feel-good place for you and your baby. Discover our ideas for practical storage, atmospheric lighting and cute accessories that perfectly round off the changing area. Let yourself be inspired!
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