What do you need when you are on the road and need a safe and clean surface to change your little angel’s diapers?

A diaper changing mat is a necessary part of your travel bag if you have a tiny tot. Diaper changing mats are very handy even while at home. Snugkins diaper changing mat is made from 100% organic cotton and covered with plush waterproof PUL material for complete comfort. When you use diaper changing mats you are sure that the surface you are using to change your darling’s diaper is clean. Whenever your little tot has an accident in the diaper, the mat is easy to roll out and use. The comfortable and clean surface of a diaper changing mat is reliable and comfy to change the baby’s diapers.




What to look for in a diaper changing mat.




Waterproof protection and washable

The mat should be a waterproof washable diaper changing pad. Being leakproof is a must for diaper changing mats because you don’t want the water to enter the cushion area and make it a place for bacteria and viruses to develop. Diaper changing may not usually be a clean experience. After all, why do we change baby diapers? So it is important that the surface prevents liquids from seeping through. At the same time the surface should be 100% easily wipeable. The mat should be washable so that it can be frequently washed so that it is squeaky clean for use. The next time you take it out for use, it should look as good as new.  

Comfortable design

The diaper changing pad should be as comfortable as possible. Your little angel is always active and if not comfortable will try to turn over or express discomfort by crying. You would like to avoid that situation since you are trying to change the diaper pad. So always check for comfort when you buy a diaper changing pad. If the pad is made from natural fibers then you can avoid rashes on the baby. You do not want to let your child be exposed to wet and unnatural fibers. A leak proof diaper changing pad will help your child be dry while on the mat.

Multiple use diaper changing mat

Diaper changing mats from Snugkins are not only for the one use of changing diapers of your darling bundle of joy. It can be used for many purposes. You could use the mat while you are feeding the baby in your arms. You don’t need to risk soiling your clothes while feeding so you could hold the baby wrapped in the mat. Many times after feeding your child, you need to burp the child. This mat comes in handy to put over the shoulder. In case the child throws a little food out while on your shoulder, you could save your clothes with this changing pad. If you want to let the child sleep on the bed yet want to save the bed sheet from soiling then the mat comes to the rescue. Your child will be able to sleep on the Snugkins diaper changing mat which is clean, comfortable and dry. The child can spend time playing with toys on the mat. You don’t need to have a separate mat for playing. While your child plays on the floor or in the play pen, the little one needs a clean and dry surface. This is provided by the mat.  

Changing diapers in Public places

Snugkins diaper changing mats are easy to carry outdoors and are a necessary part of your luggage if the baby is traveling with you on any kind of outing including picnics. The mats are lightweight and easily foldable. Many public places including airports have now arranged for stands and surfaces where mommies can change the diapers of their little ones. However, you cannot be very sure of the cleanliness of the place. Having a diaper mat handy when traveling is definitely the smart thing to do. At the same time if there is no such facility available then you will probably use whatever you can find such as a seat or table. Here the mat will provide you the much needed clean surface.

How to use the diaper changing mat

Before you begin, make sure your hands are clean. You may have been cleaning vegetables in the kitchen or doing something else in a public place. You know your hands are not 100 % germ free. Wash your hands thoroughly before diving in to change the nappy. You would probably want to keep all essentials ready before you begin. These could be a fresh diaper and baby wipes for sure. Lay out the Snugkins diaper changing pad wherever you wish to change the baby’s diapers and place your baby on it. Keep one hand on the baby if you are using an elevated table and don’t have straps. This should keep the baby from rolling over. Wipe the baby’s bottom with the pad itself and check for any leaks. Use baby wipes or cotton balls to clean the baby’s diaper area thoroughly. Once you’ve made sure the baby is clean you could put on the fresh diaper. Lift the baby by the ankles to replace the diaper. Make sure the diaper is fastened properly and is leak proof yet comfortable for the baby. Snugkins reusable diapers give your baby the comfort of natural fibers and have fasteners for the right fit for your baby. 

Cleaning the mat

You could use the soiled diaper to clean whatever area on the mat the baby poop may have leaked on to. To make sure the changing mat is clean and ready for another use, wipe the area that was soiled with baby wipes or cotton balls. Wash the changing mat once a week.