Skip Hop changing pad

Thread: "What’s the point of a keekaroo changing pad if you need liners because it’s cold?"

I’m curious how people knew that their baby was crying because the changing pad was cold and now just because they are a baby getting a diaper change! I got the Skip Hop version (keekaroo knock off) and never used liners, the temp was never an issue for us and being wipable was crucial the first few months. My parents use liners on their changing table and it’s just annoying and one more poopy thing to dispose/clean. I never noticed baby cry less on that changing table than ours fwiw

Thread: "$$$ Baby Changing Mats. What's the Hype?"

You’re not missing anything. I have the ikea one and the skip hop plastic one that I got second hand. It’s hype and unnecessary. You’re a STM so you know the wipe-ability is what matters…why would anyone get a Moses basket? Otherwise - it’s marketing and aesthetics.

Thread: "What’s the point of a keekaroo changing pad if you need liners because it’s cold?"

For us, my daughter would cry everytime we put her on the skip hop wipe. Initially, we thought she just didn't like diaper changes but we started to notice she cried to being touched by cold hands and being cold in general. So I put down a puppy pad...and voila she loved diaper changes. We tried with and without several times and basically she cried every single time without the pad and only a handful of times with it. Even now, months later, it's the same.

Thread: "Where are we buying Keekaroo Change Mats? [BC]"

I don't know how the prices have changed since I bought almost 3 years ago but I went for the skip hop one because I couldn't see how the keekaroo would be worth so much more money, and we've been a big fan of it in our house.

Thread: "Keekaroo peanut ve. less expensive changing pad (e.g. Bumbo) vs. roll up travel pad/change baby wherever?"

Same. I have the skip hop for my twin boys and since they pee on pretty much everything, I can’t imagine having one more thing to launder, fold and store. I only wish I had splurged on a wipeable pad with a scale. It would have been nice to be able to track their weight.

Thread: "Is the Keekaroo Peanut Changing Pad a good non-toxic option?"

I got the skip hop knock off, love it just as much. The toy bar held a bookmark style lamp in the early days so we could see to change her. Honestly I never thought twice about the toxicity, this was a convenience over everything moderate choice for our family.

Thread: "What are your favorite tabletop changers / change pads? [on]"

The skip hop one isn't slippery at all! And my baby still loves the toy it comes with (though he drags it around the floor haha)

Thread: "Best changing pads, bassinets, and bouncers"

I really like this skip hop changing pad. It’s easy to wipe clean and no cloth covers = less laundry https://preview.redd.it/r8a08s636k9d1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e551f64b2a880b0192b82a432639f90b96175fc2

Thread: "Changing pad? Classic cushion type vs solid keekaroo type?"

Solid wipeable in our house, specifically the skip hop one. We love it. Less laundry. We keep free and clear Clorox in the changing table for poop smear occurrences. We actually used pee pads for a while on top of the pad. (We reused them for our cats’ pine pellet litter boxes if baby got a spot of poop on them, so it wasn’t as wasteful as it otherwise would have been because we were always using the pads for that purpose anyways, so we only threw the ones she straight up peed on out).

Thread: "Keekaroo peanut ve. less expensive changing pad (e.g. Bumbo) vs. roll up travel pad/change baby wherever?"

My son is 21 months and he still fits on the Skip Hop. His legs hang off, but that’s not really a problem. Edit: just for info, he’s 34 inches and about 26 lbs. Somewhere around 60% percentile.

Thread: "Is a change table/changing pad on a dresser totally necessary?"

Like others I think a change table can save your back, but it also had a lot of other benefits. I use a dresser (made by my dad, designed together) with the skip hop wipe clean mat on top with a mobile. Not only is it nice to have a dedicated space for all the stuff (clothes, towels, diapers, wipes) so that everything is away and looks nice (no ugly pampers boxes taking up floor space), but it is also easy to keep clean and handle blowouts. Hamper right there. Trash right there. Plus, unexpected benefit. Baby really loves being high enough to see the room and I can stand there and we "chat" and play. It was the first place he laughed. I am not worried about the cat or dog stepping on him or getting their hair in his diaper. Easy height to inspect skin folds, clip nails, clean ears, look at gums. Medicine is right there. And everyone needs a dresser. This bad boy is an heirloom piece that he can give to his own grandkids. I am a buy it for life person so I would not have bought the Hemnes that is so popular. Then again my sister never ever had a change table. To each their own.

Thread: "Is it just me or is the keekaroo peanut changing pad disgustingly overpriced?"

I liked being able to disinfect the pad really well, and have 0 absorbtion of fluids into the pad, and I wasn't in a position to store and dispose of things like puppy pads. I didn't buy the expensive keekaroo, but I did buy the skip hop one. I found the shape better as well, the peanut one made my nephew uncomfortable cause he was a chunky boi. I really just think the 'innovations" of high sides and wierd shape not worth the cost. I still have it, and plan to use it with my next. Average out the cost vs use and I don't think the skip hop is horrible.

Thread: "Is a change table/changing pad on a dresser totally necessary?"

Changing on the floor is tough on the back. I have a wipeable change pad on our dresser (bumbo) that we use for every change. I just bought the skip hop one for the nursery upstairs since our room is on the main floor. So now we have a station upstairs and downstairs haha

Thread: "Changing table vs. changing pad on a dresser"

We have a changing pad (Skip Hop) on top of a dresser for upstairs. We recently got a changing table for downstairs. I much prefer the changing table on top of dresser. More space to organize stuff, more stable of a surface, and it can continue to be used long term as opposed to the changing table which will run out of use once #2 is potty trained.

Thread: "Where are we buying Keekaroo Change Mats? [BC]"

I have one from Baby Works that’s also much cheaper and basically the same thing!

Thread: "Is it just me or is the keekaroo peanut changing pad disgustingly overpriced?"

I think the people that are saying it’s 100% worth it would also be happy with a Facebook marketplace $30 used skip hop wipeable changing pad. I will absolutely die on the wipeable changing pad hill, but $150 for one is INSANE

Thread: "What are your favorite tabletop changers / change pads? [on]"

I was between the keekaroo, matty leander, and skip hop. I ended up getting the skip hop off my registry and it's great! No regrets.

Thread: "What’s the point of a keekaroo changing pad if you need liners because it’s cold?"

We also use the skip hop; we did place a folded receiving blanket at the head of it so her head doesn't have to go directly on the pad, and she's generally clothed when we change her, and the swapping of the diapers is usually fairly quick, so that works pretty well for us.

Thread: "What’s the point of a keekaroo changing pad if you need liners because it’s cold?"

THIS, and same. I think the Keekaroo is ridiculous only because there are alternatives made with the same material that cost less than half the price. I would never use any sort of fabric or liner on my SkipHop.

Thread: "Is there enough of a difference between the peanut and Skip Hop changer to justify the cost?"

we went and saw both at buybuybaby. the skiphop one was really soft, and the associate said she actually preferred the skiphop over the peanut, which she said sometimes had a smell? We haven't used it, but yeah--couldn't justify that extra $$$ and are going for the skiphop. we also liked that it had a mobile, which is great for keeping baby occupied while changing.

Thread: "Dresser topper and pad vs. skip hop changing pad"

I have both and I only used the skip hop. Had it for 2years and never had a problem with the smell. I mean as long as you wipe it off if anything gets on it obviously, it will not have any problems with smell. Also it doesn’t stain.

Thread: "Is there enough of a difference between the peanut and Skip Hop changer to justify the cost?"

I have never seen the Peanut in person to REALLY compare, but we went with the Skip Hop changer for the exact same reason, I had a hard time justifying the extra $50 and wanted to splurge on other items. I like the Skip Hop one, the soft grey goes well with our nursery colors and I think it’ll be functional as far as wiping off messes go. It comes with double sided 3-M tape to tape down to a dresser, but the material is ‘sticky’ enough that we didn’t use it. Also, if you don’t like the mobile, it detaches.

Thread: "Do I need a wipeable changing pad?"

I put the kekaroo on my registry because my family wanted some bigger items to purchase for us. I didn’t have many expectations and now I absolutely love it. I honestly didn’t use it much in the newborn weeks (I just changed LO on the couch). Now that my baby is in his own room (10 weeks) I use his change table and change pad exclusively. Not only is it easy to wipe down, it feels so secure on the table and doesn’t slip at all because of the material. My friend is still using hers and her son is 2 1/2. I would 10/10 purchase again. We have a mobile above his change table, so the skip hop change pad looks awesome. He loves his mobile and stares at it endlessly when I’m changing him. These high quality change pads also have great resale value!

Thread: "Is there enough of a difference between the peanut and Skip Hop changer to justify the cost?"

I also went with the Skip Hop one. I loved the Peanut and I had it on my registry, no one got it for me so I decided to go with the Skip Hop. I agree that the soft grey is a nice color and goes with everything.

Thread: "Do I need a wipeable changing pad?"

I love the skip hop change pad. You can use a 20% off BBB coupon on it. Fits perfectly on the dresser we use to change. Doesn’t stain. Wipes clean each time and can easily be sanitized. Highly recommend.

Thread: "Changing pads what to choose?"

Definitely wipeable. You can still put down a blanket on top if you want but especially in those newborn days of so much laundry do you really want to keep track of changing pad covers too? We have used the skip hop gray rubber looking pad for two babies and no complaints.

Thread: "Changing pad? Classic cushion type vs solid keekaroo type?"

We have the skip hop one. Love being able to take a Clorox wipe to it real fast after changing him and the. being done with it.

Thread: "Changing Pad Recommendations Please"

I have the Skip Hop wipe clean changing pad and love it. My baby is pretty long but with the style of it (one end doesn’t have a raised edge so feet can hang off comfortably) it should still work for him for a long time. Mine was $90 but is available at Target, Kohl’s, and Amazon if you have discounts available through any of those

Thread: "Keekaroo Peanut Changer— worth it or overhyped?"

I am a STM. I did the normal diaper pad with my first and I HATE THEM. They warp and I had to replace mine 3 different times. This time around I bought a used Skip Hop Changing Pad on Facebook Marketplace for $25. Similar to Keekaroo. It’s regularly $60 brand new. I cleaned it really well and it’s pretty much brand new now. Had I gone with a Keekaroo or Skip Hop the first time I wouldn’t have had to buy a pad 3 times in addition to additional pad sheets due to stains I couldn’t get out. Plus the $25 for the pad i bought this time around. I spent more than had i bought one and done. Just me though, in my opinion it pays for itself.

Thread: "Portable diaper changing pad / clutch"

The Skip Hop one *is* huge; I stopped using mine due to this. Bumkin has wet bags that I use to keep diapers in. [They have a strap & a zipper closure](https://a.co/d/35ZVndA). It'd be easy to keep one folded up in a pocket or keep travel wipes, diapers, & what-all kept in one in a diaper bag too. Out of curiosity, what diaper bag do you have? I have the Skip Hop Forma, but it too is huge. I'm thinking of downsizing.

Thread: "What are your favorite tabletop changers / change pads? [on]"

I have this and a newly 1 year old. She still plays with the toy on it while i change her, although she is getting a little long to use the mat. I have used keekaroo at a friends and own the skiphop one. They are reasonably comparable.

Thread: "What are your favorite tabletop changers / change pads? [on]"

Another vote for Skip Hop! We’ve had ours for 19 months and it’s still going strong.

Thread: "thoughts on using a changing table vs changing table alternatives?"

We tried our best to not buy things we could find at home to repurpose. For diaper changes we did buy a skiphop wipeable mat and plopped it on top of a bedside table which it fit on perfectly. Our 2nd option was the Hemnes dresser we bought for baby clothes but it was a little tall for me - im 5'4" so never used it to change her. For the first month sitting on the floor was not comfortable at all because of stitches. Also changing at night time is usually done in dim light so hard to do on the floor. The floor changes were best done after 3 months & almost necessary after 7 months when they turn into little wrestling alligators. If you don't want to buy any additional furniture, I will recommend getting a set of 3 waterproof changing mats and use them on your bed. I got the MBJerry ones from Amazon.

Thread: "Diaper changing pads"

We've got the Skip Hop changing pad and love it. Baby also enjoys the little mobile it came with.

Thread: "Keekaroo peanut ve. less expensive changing pad (e.g. Bumbo) vs. roll up travel pad/change baby wherever?"

I second the skip hop! Super convenient and cheaper!

Thread: "[bc] Anyone buy a cheaper diaper changing pad and WISH they went with the more expensive ones?"

I have a cheap change pad from toys r us and have tried a skip hop one, i really don't think it matters. The only part I don't love about mine is that it's a bit crinkly sounding so was hard to change baby without waking him up but he's 7 months old now and no chance of sleeping through a diaper change at this point. Regardless no regrets

Thread: "Dresser topper and pad vs. skip hop changing pad"

My mom bought [this one](https://a.co/d/hQFl45F) for her house and it made me buy one for mine! Fits in the topper and wipeable..best of both worlds haha

Thread: "Is it just me or is the keekaroo peanut changing pad disgustingly overpriced?"

The skiphop one is really hard but the peanut is much softer

Thread: "Keekaroo vs skip hop changing diaper pad"

We have the skiphop. I think it's minimal/nice looking.

Thread: "Anyone have changing pad suggestions?"

I only have experience with the skip hop changing pad, and like it a lot. It's easy to wipe down. I can throw a cloth diaper prefold or towel on it if I think it is too cold for baby. He's almost 11 months, and the strap still keeps him from rolling during diaper changes, for the most part.

Thread: "No changing table, no dresser, worried about messy diaper change."

My friend has used the Skip Hop Pronto Portable Changing Pad all over her house with her newborn and it works great! I’ve used it myself when watching her and there’s no issue. We have a small space and I might do the same thing! I think using a towel is totally reasonable too.

Thread: "Changing pads what to choose?"

Wipeable 10000x. I had a soft one and my son peed on it every day, at least once a day, when he was fresh. I was so sick of changing the covers that I ordered the skiphop changing pad next day delivery from Amazon. It has been AMAZING and I'll never go back. (Side note: he did outgrow the peeing phase, thank the baby yoda)

Thread: "Which one of these changing pads is best?"

Have this one in a grayish color. It's great. Baby LOVES getting her diaper changed in it, it's easy to clean, the mobile is entertaining. It's firm but not hard.

Thread: "$$$ Baby Changing Mats. What's the Hype?"

I hate that I bought the skip hop one. When my kid moves her head the silicone pulls her hair out! So I have to keep a blanket over it anyway! It is so ridiculous I cannot believe these items are so popular. Maybe this doesn’t happen to others if their hair isn’t as fine as my daughters but ugh

Thread: "Is there enough of a difference between the peanut and Skip Hop changer to justify the cost?"

We've used the skiphop for 9 months & I don't see what the extra $50 buys you in the Peanut..🤔

Thread: "Do you have a favorite changing pad for dresser top?"

We have the Skiphop wipeable in her room. It fits well on her dresser, but I ordered a deeper dresser intentionally. We have a Moses basket style in our room for nighttime and we put disposable puppy pads on it. They work well. She basically pees every time we take off her diaper no matter what we do.

Thread: "Best changing pads, bassinets, and bouncers"

We registered for this and returned it (only bc it was too wide for our changing area). I wanted to say we love Skip Hop in our house and highly recommend them, specifically their activity table and high chair.

Thread: "How I managed without a changing pad (and changing table)"

Looks like the prices have gone down… but still.. $80-$90for something you could buy for $15-30? Skip Hop Baby Changing Pad, Nursery Style, Grey https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075X8TPMN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7QS6GX1V38KYFY6T9Q6S?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 This one the cover doesn’t even come with it lol Naturepedic Organic Contoured Changing Pad for Changing Table, Changing Pad Cover Sold Separately, 4-Sided https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001AV40Z4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_EJ6ECTJ7Y3ZVTXBJPBHH?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Thread: "Baby change tables vs change mat on chest of drawers.."

I also have the skip hop diaper caddy on top by the changing pad! That holds my diapers, wipers, lotions, sanitizer, etc. Extra diapers/supplies are in a drawer.

Thread: "Changing table pads 🤤 huh"

I swear by [this](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HQLH5VQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_8VAKZGGZ0H60A755PQT2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1). So easy to wipe off rather than having to do extra laundry.