Custom Contour Changing Pad

We wanted to fit a changing table in our bathroom but store bought changing pads were too big to fit on the counter. This quick solution is perfect for fitting a contoured changing pad almost anywhere.

A few notes on why you might want to fit a changing table in your bathroom:

• That's where the toilet and diaper sprayer are
• That's where the sink is (for washing hands)
• That's where the shower/tub is (if things get really bad)
• It is the most logical room in your house for dealing with human waste

Safety Warning:

Babies are wiggly, squirmy little things. They can roll off of a counter if you are not careful. Please don't leave a child on a changing pad unattended.

You'll need:

• Foam floor mat
• Pool noodle
• Box cutter or scissors
• Waterproof material
• Sewing machine or needle and thread

Start by figuring out where you can fit a changing table.

In our washroom there was space next the the sink that was ideal to use for this purpose.

Cut the foam mat to fit the space.

Cut the pool noodle the same length as the mat and then split the noodle in half.

We lucked out because we happened to have a padded envelope made out of waterproof material that was a perfect size for the changing pad (we got it when it was being thrown away by an art department).

If you're not so lucky, you can sew a simple pillow-case-like cover out of any waterproof material.

Stuff the foam mat and noodle pieces in the cover and you're done!

We put a burp cloth on the changing pad since it can be thrown in the wash and replaced easily. If there's a big mess, the waterproof cover is easy to wipe clean.