[blparent] solution

Wed Dec 7 16:24:38 UTC 2011

The height of the bed was hell on my back. I couldn't use it as a long term changing solution.
I found the best option was to use a desk. It met my height requirements and it was able to support the weight of the baby.
Changing tables have a maximum wiehg of 30 pounds which can creep up very quickly.
I found this out when our changing table collapsed with our daughter on it. She was fine.
Looking back, I wish I'd used the desk option sooner as the height of the table was still a bit too tall for me to be comfortable.
Your solution of moving the changing area around seems like more of a pita v. just carrying the baby to the changing area, though if this is what you want that's okay by me.

I'd also suggest just getting a crib, the one we had is on wheels. It will last longer in terms of the amount of time the baby can use it then a cosleeper will.
With my daughter, putting her in bed was the only thing that worked when she wanted to cosleep. The "near the bed but not in it" deal didn't cut it. And near the bed is relative, if my daughter couldn't physically be in contact with me, she wasn't happy.

-----Original Message-----
From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Erin Rumer
Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2011 2:17 PM
To: 'NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List'
Subject: Re: [blparent] solution

There are some great folding changing pads that you can put on the bed to
change your son and toss it under the bed when not in use.  I've got one
with high sides to help prevent rolling and it folds in half with the sides
being Velcro for removal when I need to break it down.  You could just keep
your diapers, wipes, etc. in one of those soft bins that you can easily pick
up and put on the bed near you for the changes and to the side when you're
done.

Hope this helps,

Erin

-----Original Message-----
From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Tammy
Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2011 7:33 AM
To: NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List
Subject: Re: [blparent] solution

Hi,The pack and plays and most of that type playard only have 2 wheels but
really how much would you be moving it around?  Actually they're quite easy
to move on two wheels, of course you wouldn't have the baby in the playard
while you were moving it which might be a drawback for you.  But the reason
I'm suggesting them is because most have built in changing stations, and
organizers which might be a benefit to you.  I can't think of anything else
that you could use as a changing station other than the pack and play.  but
if you get one of those you can use it until the baby's 1.5 or even 2, and
it folds so it would be good for travel etc.

Sorry i couldn't be more help, and I hope you find what you're looking for

Tammy

-----Original Message-----
From: Jessica Pitzer
Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2011 9:05 AM
To: blparent
Subject: [blparent] solution

Hi all.
My son is just about 2 and a half months now and has almost outgrown his
basinet on whells.
I'm trying to find something to replace it that is also on wheels that can
sit by the bed as I have the basinet doing. He doesn't really sleep in it as
much as he sleeps with me its more goign to be for diaper changes and when I
need to lay him down for a few minutes. Most pack and plays I found for this
purpose seem to have only 2 wheels, and so I'm not sure what to get. Any
product recommendations for a pack and play with 4 wheels, a portable crib,
just something to replace the basinet which is only for 15 lbs.
Thanks.
Jessica

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