[blparent] solution

Thu Dec 8 00:08:40 UTC 2011

We had a nice dresser in Gab's room and that was the right height, however
it wasn't always convenient for me, 

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From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Erin Rumer
Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2011 3:14 PM
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That's what I do as well on a daily basis with Dawson because the counter is
also the perfect height for me since I'm tall.  I have an island so it helps
because a changing station takes up space for sure.

Erin

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From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Jo Elizabeth Pinto
Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2011 11:14 AM
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I had a hard time getting down on the floor because of my back and hips, so
I used a changing pad on a countertop.  It was the right height for me. 
It's all about what works best for each person and his or her baby.

Jo Elizabeth

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From: "Erin Rumer" <erinrumer at gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2011 10:35 AM
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> Whenever I've changed my son on a bed I prefer to sit on the bed with 
> one leg out in such a way to prevent baby from rolling off.  This 
> saved my back and made the experience more interpersonal for my son.  
> You could also simply change your baby on a pad on the floor and this 
> way you can do it where ever you like.  Just like the bed you can sit 
> or kneel on the floor or whatever is easiest on your body.
>
> Take care,
>
> Erin
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] 
> On Behalf Of Pickrell, Rebecca M (TASC)
> Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2011 9:25 AM
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>
> 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
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> 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
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>
> 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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