Changing Pad Too Small

jhuege · July 2014

I have a changing table that we received as a gift and the space for the changing pad is rather large. The changing pad I bought is smaller than the space. Are there any issues with the pad being too small? My husband thinks it is fine and I am worried the baby will get her foot stuck or something. There is about an inch gap on both longways sides. Do we need to try and find a new changing pad or are we ok with the one we have?

Thoughts? Thanks!

sxymamakat · July 2014

Given that the baby should never be left alone on the changing pad (unlike in a crib overnight), I can't see an issue with it. If her foot slides in, you'll move it, it's not like she'll break an ankle laying on her back.

HopingforChange · July 2014

It's completely fine. You'll be there with her. Mine is like this as well. We had no issues.

greeneyed_bride · July 2014

Ditto PP. The changing pad will either not be attached to the table at all or will be attached by a canvas-y ribbon thing that comes with it. Your baby's not going to get stuck.

jhuege · July 2014

Thanks everyone. First time mom-to-be just wanting to make sure

cozybluebear · July 2014

You could roll up a towel or receiving blanket amd squeeze it into the gap.

tealowl · July 2014

It'll be fine, because of course you don't leave the baby by itself on the table!

We bought a pre-owed changing table that still had the pad with it, and that fits properly. But the pads you buy by themselves wouldn't fit it. Which is weird, because I've noticed that w/most changing tables.

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