Does the changing pad need to be secured if used on top of a dresser?
928333
The changing pad comes with a strap that attaches with a screw to the back of the dresser. We got this one for our daughter and she said the attachment style works fine, does not worry about the pad sliding off of the dresser.
928334
It comes with a strap for that. I just put one nail in the strap on the back of the dresser. Would rather do that just to be safe then take any chances.
928335
I'm sure for the best protection of the baby it is designed to do that. I have mine on top of the dresser and it's not attached to the dresser I always keep a hand on my child while changing him and it hasn't been a problem whatsoever
928336
Mine is not secured and it's on top of a dresser. The dresser has a back and sides though so it would only slide off the front. But I make sure to always hold him. Or have one hand on him.
1246791
Yes - it is sturdy enough to use as a changing table, but I would be concerned that there are no side guards and the top surface is slick.
1156690
You could, although it's a bit awkward, but very stable. Baby won't roll off if because of the edges. We just have ours on his dresser and it works perfectly there! Hope this helps.
1588515
If your changing table has slats on the railing, then it likely can be attached.
1865460
Per my review, I literally never got to use the dresser as it fell apart when we tried to move it into place. I do not think the top comes off though.
898778
I bought this along with an antique oak dresser to act as a changing table for my grandson. My son said it was a simple job to screw the mat to the back of the dresser, the snaps come with it. It was very stable. My grandson has now outgrown the situation but after they took it off the dresser they used it as a place for him to nap.
1767049
DaVinci changing pad from Target is the only one I found that fits our changing dresser.
1517129
The reason we chose this pad is that we bought a used wooden dressing table with drawers at a garage sale for my daughter and with it being such an odd size, this pad was one of the few I could find that fits the dimensions for the top of the table. The pad is durable and you could certainly use it as a portable changing pad on top of a desk, countertop, bed, or couch. It is a good size whereas many of the portable ones that come with a baby bag are small, cheap and flimsy. After extended use you may experience wear in the fabric/vinyl from rolling it up. If you have additional questions, I will be more than happy to assist if I can. The reason we chose this pad is that we bought a used wooden dressing table with drawers at a garage sale for my daughter and with it being such an odd size, this pad was one of the few I could find that fits the dimensions for the top of the table. The pad is durable and you could certainly use it as a portable changing pad on top of a desk, countertop, bed, or couch. It is a good size whereas many of the portable ones that come with a baby bag are small, cheap and flimsy. After extended use you may experience wear in the fabric/vinyl from rolling it up. If you have additional questions, I... » Read More The reason we chose this pad is that we bought a used wooden dressing table with drawers at a garage sale for my daughter and with it being such an odd size, this pad was one of the few I could find that fits the dimensions for the top of the table. The pad is durable and you could certainly use it as a portable changing pad on top of a desk, countertop, bed, or couch. It is a good size whereas many of the portable ones that come with a baby bag are small, cheap and flimsy. After extended use you may experience wear in the fabric/vinyl from rolling it up. If you have additional questions, I will be more than happy to assist if I can. « Show Less
1217474
No it is not sunken at all. The whole playard is very sturdy with no sagging anywhere. The changing pad is exceptionally strong with no slanting and plenty deep enough that the baby does not need strapping in. Highly recommend.
1724599
Not really. I bought the ultra plush changing cover pad from Summer Infant and it does not sit well on the pad. It makes the pad look flat, but you can still put the baby and it stays in place. It just looks awkward.
1224463
It comes with the changing pad. It is very thin. The size is so odd that I would advise not buying one until you have assembled the crib. It is really too small to use as a changing table once the baby weighs more than 10 lbs. It is better served as a nightstand when the crib converts to a real bed. The dimensions of the changing table is about the size of two pieces of binder paper, not very big at all.
715134
Not sure it's been a while since I used it. I don't know how you want to use it. I'm a total minimalist. I never had a changing table I felt like it's the unnecessary piece of furniture and I still feel that way. I had the changing pad on the couch, floor anywhere I wanted to change my baby. Skid or no skid was never an issue.
637405
No . . . it must be secured (screwed into) a solid surface. Not the best choice for a granddaughter . . . too "lightweight" . . . can't hold more than 3 - 4 shirts or 1 shirt and a pair of pants without buckling.
1517223
It is a normal size changing pad that fits on there. I bought a holder that clips onto the side which held wipes and lotions, and after sometime I started putting it in the first drawer. It was fine that it didn't fit on there since there are so many other options. I love this dresser b/c once your child no longer needs to be changed anymore, you can remove the changing pad and it becomes a dresser. It also looks very clean and sleek.
1666079
No. Everything is bolted securely. Eventually the front panel comes off to turn into a bed.
1113999
I think it will be fine, the only thing that will keep baby from falling off is you. Seriously don't walk away for a second, even babies who aren't crawling or rolling can scoot off in a second. Have everything you need right there and if you have to walk away take baby with you. Even if you screw the pad to the dresser that just gives you a false sense of security, you can't leave a baby unattended.
1642398
None. It's not made for to be a changing table. I bought it for the same purpose but ended up just using a separate changing table. Still a nice dresser though.