Tips For Changing Your Baby’s Diaper In A Car

There is nothing quite like being on a road trip with the kids and suddenly the baby starts crying, or worse, that smell fills the air in the car. You know that its time to do, time for a change. But what if you’re on a road trip with no where to stop nearby?

Rather than have anyone in discomfort, you could change your baby’s diaper in the car, with the help of a few tips.

First, consider whether your child is likely to try and crawl away or not, while you are in the middle of the change and prepare accordingly.

Then make sure to remember this tricks put out by babygaga.com.

5. Identify A Flat Surface

The first thing you need to do is identify the best place in your car for diaper changes. You want a flat surface where your baby won’t be able to easily wriggle away from you or fall down. WikiHow recommends using the trunk, which is a great option since there’s room for your baby as well as to store diaper changing supplies. Just make sure to clear away any items, so they’re not in the baby’s reach.

If this isn’t an option (like if your car’s trunk is too small or is filled to the brim), you can also use the back seat. Again, this will require you to make sure there are no loose items in the way or anything hazardous your baby can reach for.

Some parents have also made a temporary changing table at the front of their car. Using a firm pillow, you could lay your child down in between the driver and passenger seats, though this doesn’t give you a lot of room. You may also choose to do it in the passenger seat by laying down a changing mat or pillow.

4. Create A Car Diaper Changing Station

After you’ve chosen an ideal spot in your car, it’s time to create an on-the-go diaper changing station. It’s best to have all the items you’ll need in one place in the car, so you don’t have to go rummaging through your diaper bag.

Consider getting a plastic caddy from the Dollar Store and loading it up with all the essentials – diapers, diaper wipes, diaper rash cream, and a waterproof changing pad. Also, make sure to keep some hand sanitizer, antiseptic wipes, and any other cleaning supplies that’ll be handy if your baby makes a mess.

Munchkin recommends investing in a travel diaper changing kit, which has a built-in changing mat as well as pockets to store all of your supplies in, so you can have everything in one spot. You may also want to consider a disposable diaper pail, which will prevent dirty diapers from stinking up the car until you can dispose of them properly.

3. Keep Extras Of Supplies

Don’t just rely on your diaper bag for all the supplies. It’s easy to forget to pack or re-stock something, and it adds another step to the process if you have to go rummaging through the bag.

Rather, consider keeping extras of supplies in the car, so you always know you have what you need available. Even if you’re not changing a diaper in the car, this can be handy in a variety of situations where you’re out of the house and need something for your child.

Don’t forget to store a couple of extra outfits in the car, too, in case your baby’s diaper change gets extra messy.

2. Put Baby Back Before Cleaning Up

You’re going to want to clean up the changing station before you get back in the car and drive away. But be sure to always put your child back in their car seat, as Morgan Manages Mommyhood emphasizes. Buckle them into their car seat, so they can’t go anywhere as you get everything in order.

This will move things along quicker than if you were holding the child and is a much safer alternative to keeping them on the changing mat while you’re distracted by cleaning up.

1. Have Toys & Rewards On Hand

If your child is known to be fussy during diaper changes, especially when on the go, have some things on hand to distract the child and prevent a full-blown temper tantrum.

Keep some small toys or activities (like stickers or a book) in the car, and then give it to the child once you’ve buckled them back in their seat. Or, give them a reward for good behavior like a small piece of candy or a tasty snack – don’t do this unless your child is a toddler and can understand the concept of a reward.

This will keep them calm as you pack up the supplies and let you drive off in peace.

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