Changing Diapers in Uppababy Cruz / Other Strollers?

[Anonymous]

Dressing room? You could but it's gross. So you bring new clothes in under the premise of shopping and then start handling pee and poop? Yuck. I'd be offended by that. there are facilities available, I think that's the thing that makes it not ok. Use the facilities provided or your own place (car, outdoor space, etc).

[Anonymous]

[quote=Anonymous]Dressing room? You could but it's gross. So you bring new clothes in under the premise of shopping and then start handling pee and poop? Yuck. I'd be offended by that. there are facilities available, I think that's the thing that makes it not ok. Use the facilities provided or your own place (car, outdoor space, etc). [/quote]

Nope. Go in to nurse and change the diaper. Ask the dressing room attendant if you can use a room to change your child. Most are more than accommodating. And not all stores have facilities provided. And I'd much rather change my child, out of sight, in the stroller, in the dressing room than have to schlep outside to do it in my car. And how many diaper changes get poop and pee everywhere? Seriously, it's really not that difficult to change your child's diaper without slinging

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP again.

I never said I wouldn't use a public changer. Some of you are jumping to that conclusion because I'm asking about a stroller as an alternative. I simply said it isn't appealing to me, and if you roll in a bathroom with a stroller (specifically the Cruz), I didn't understand why it WOULDNT WORK as an alternative to just change there. It appears more hygienic and a comparable effort (though maybe cramped, maybe not, pending on stroller and baby size). Cleanup w blowouts are going to suck anywhere: Home, changer, diaper table, car. It may or may not be more private/messy in a stroller depending on circumstance.

So, for the 3rd time, I'll say again, I will use a public changer if necessary. I really just wanted to know if other moms commonly use strollers alternatively. Im not judging those who don't. Just asking for those who do.

FWIW, I'm a proud NICU mom, but sadly, I lost my first born daughter in the NICU to a sudden infection she caught while there, after a month of growing healthily. It was difficult, she passed away in my and Dh's arms at only 58 days old. I don't expect (or need) everyone to fully comprehend how that shapes you as a mother. After weeks there, we never got to take her home, or hold her in our own beds. But we were preparing to -- and Drs CONSTANTLY warned us while there and once we got home to prepare to avoid germs, visitors, public travel, baby gyms, daycare, air particles w purifiers,etc. We were preparing for operation sterile baby lock down. So some mommy things are still foreign/new to me. Some are not.

Now with this one, it is and will be a COMPLETELY different scenario, thank the Lord. Overthinker? Perhaps. I have a tendency to be analytical. But of course my thinking is going to be impacted!! Both me and DH are admittedly a bit more cautious about some things than we were before our loss. However, we ARE NOT fear driven. Sometimes I scrub my hands like a surgeon, up to my elbows, but I like it that way now. Sometimes I est a dropped m&t off the floor. I don't mind that. Yes, my kid will be exposed to germs, like all humans. But I don't have to throw all caution to the wind because of it. Experiences do shape us. For example, I imagine someone who lost their child to SIDS might "overthink" mattress types and off-gassing as a possibility, while other moms not exposed to such a tragedy wouldn't give it a second thought as a cause for concern. It's like any other difference parents have on methods and ways to skin cats. I have my reasons, you have yours, can't adult women discuss the differences without criticism? I didn't intend for my naive questions to be an invitation to challenge my reasoning, and judge my thoughts.

Of course, germs are everywhere. And there are SERIOUS germs on those changers.
(http://video.app.msn.com/watch/video/target-7-swabs-diaper-changing-tables/1d00pdkjv)
(http://cuddlesmart.com/are-public-restroom-changing-tables-really-dangerous)

I'll prob use a reusable diaper pad/blanket for places that aren't amongst the masses (stroller, lap, car, house). I like the convenience of the ones recommended here for that.

For public changes, on a plastic germ ridden plastic porous surface, I like the idea of a disposable cover pad, coupled w/ clorox wipes, to help prevent cross contamination in a diaper bag that could occur.

Even still, every establishment doesn't have a changer anyway so you have to improvise in that scenario. And I'm sure when Dad has baby out, he won't have a changing table in the male bathrooms. And I would never use a public floor, even with a pad. I don't even set my purse on bathroom floors, I hold or hang it whole I go. Nor would I change a diaper in a restaurant chair or booth -- others eat there. That's just me, not judging others that do it's your choice. But I guess my alternative in that scenario will be to do what I asked about: go somewhere discretely, and use my pad to change in my stroller, or if I get the Cruz, sounds like ill perhaps need to change on my lap in a bathroom stall, or even go back to my car and do it there. If I'm in a park or beach the ground would be ok for me w a blanket.

Bottom line, like all other moms, I will ultimately do what works best for me and baby in the situation. Still don't know which stroller I'm getting though.

Anyway, I was just curious to know what other moms do! I appreciate the responses and considerations for those who provided helpful feedback. So thanks! I'm good.

OP, out.

OP, the more you post, the more uptight you seem. Ten paragraphs about changing a baby in a stroller seems excessive - it kinda sounds like you have OCD (not joking). To answer you questions, very few parents do this - it's not impolite, it's just awkward and has the potential to make a mess. I don't think I've ever seen a parent do this? People also don't really change diapers on bathroom floors. If you are in an indoor space, just change them outside the bathroom if their isn't a changing table inside.

[Anonymous]

[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Dressing room? You could but it's gross. So you bring new clothes in under the premise of shopping and then start handling pee and poop? Yuck. I'd be offended by that. there are facilities available, I think that's the thing that makes it not ok. Use the facilities provided or your own place (car, outdoor space, etc). [/quote]

Nope. Go in to nurse and change the diaper. Ask the dressing room attendant if you can use a room to change your child. Most are more than accommodating. And not all stores have facilities provided. And I'd much rather change my child, out of sight, in the stroller, in the dressing room than have to schlep outside to do it in my car. And how many diaper changes get poop and pee everywhere? Seriously, it's really not that difficult to change your child's diaper without slinging[/quote]

Are you in a mall without a bathroom? Honestly, it's gross. However Nordstrom and L&T often have nice, large ladies lounges with sitting areas.

[Anonymous]

I don't understand how you could change a diaper on your lap. I have a very chill non squirmy infsnt and it would not work. Not ever. Certainly not in a bathroom stall. I have however changed a diaper in my UB vista when there were no other options a couple of times. Once was a crazy poopy diaper. It wasn't the easiest diaper I've changed but we both survived. I wouldn't have thought of or considered a pad on the floor or my lap.

[Anonymous]

I've changed my dc in the stroller many times. I prefer it to a dirty changing table in public bathrooms.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP, I am sorry for your loss and am sorry I was quick to judge.

Germs are everywhere, and there won't be any avoiding them whether you change diapers in a stroller or change diapers on a table in a bathroom. I see now why you are so concerned, yet in my mind, the germs that cause infections that cause illness are going to be germs that you get just by taking your baby around people.

Is your child going to daycare or staying with a nanny? If so, you might want to seek out some counseling on advice for how to deal with what inevitably will be out of your control: your child's exposure to the germy, germy world, without driving your caretaker nuts and your child into OCD territory as she or he grows older.

More frequently, men's bathrooms have changing tables now, too.

Again, I am so sorry for your loss, and I hope that you have a healthy and happy pregnancy and give birth to a healthy and happy baby.

Thanks, no worries.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Op, I am also sorry for your loss and understand the concern about germs. I am the PP who posted about the Patemm. You should check it out-- it is much larger than the little pads that come in diaper bags (which are useless after the newborn phase), and you can lay it pretty much anywhere for full coverage. The whole thing is vinyl (or some kind of easy clean material) so you can wipe down both sides at home with bleach wipes.

Thanks, much appreciated and will definitely give it a peek!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP if it helps, I have changed my baby's diaper in our bugaboo bee many times--usually in the absence of a public changing table. I usually put a light A+A blanket on the stroller, then the changing pad, then the baby. The stroller foods flat and doesn't have the folded leg rest like the uppababy Cruz, so I imagine it would be easier in the bee. Hope everything goes smoothly for you.

Thanks, I haven't looked closely at the bugaboo stroller model, but I certainly will investigate it now. At first look, it seems easy, lightweight and multifunctional which is my top priority. The lay flat option is a big plus. Thank you!! : )

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP you're not suggesting that you would use the stroller for diaper changing indoors but not in the bathroom, are you? Because that is definitely not ok, even in a quiet corner. Outdoors if you walk away from people and find a quiet spot, sure. In a bathroom, also good. But you can't change a diaper at a store or restaurant, stroller or not. (Well I guess you CAN, but to answer you question it is definitely a no-no.)

Nope not really suggesting anything,I was just wondering what the basic "protocols" were for those that have done a diaper change in a stroller.

Outside of a designated area for baby, I personally wouldn't feel comfy changing anywhere the general public could see privates or smell waste. I've heard of extreme things online: people changing in school stadium seats, restaurant tables, even saw one crazy photo of a lady changing her baby in a walmart shopping cart basket in a parking lot. :/

Thx!

[Anonymous]

OP - my kid freaked out if his diaper was wet for more than 30 seconds so I had to do LOTS of changes in a stroller (very inconvenient when he was a baby, super handy when potty training at 20 months). Never used a Cruz but we had a Bugaboo Chameleon which had a bassinet and then a 90 degree seat. I would just throw the changing pad under him and then do the change - you get good at doing diaper changes so it wasn't that hard). Kept him covered up as long as possible and we never had any spray issues (but he was not a sprayer). Except for huge blowouts (which happen less often than it sounds), never had any poop issues on the stroller.

For particularly messy changes, I carried disposable changing pads (those blue and white hospital type waterproof pads) and used them in public restrooms under my regular pad. Just threw away the disposable pad and wiped everything down with an antibacterial wipe when done (some of those public changing tables are GROSS).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP - my kid freaked out if his diaper was wet for more than 30 seconds so I had to do LOTS of changes in a stroller (very inconvenient when he was a baby, super handy when potty training at 20 months). Never used a Cruz but we had a Bugaboo Chameleon which had a bassinet and then a 90 degree seat. I would just throw the changing pad under him and then do the change - you get good at doing diaper changes so it wasn't that hard). Kept him covered up as long as possible and we never had any spray issues (but he was not a sprayer). Except for huge blowouts (which happen less often than it sounds), never had any poop issues on the stroller.

For particularly messy changes, I carried disposable changing pads (those blue and white hospital type waterproof pads) and used them in public restrooms under my regular pad. Just threw away the disposable pad and wiped everything down with an antibacterial wipe when done (some of those public changing tables are GROSS).

Btw - agree with others that changing a baby in a public indoor place like a store or restaurant but not in a bathroom is gross. Don't do that please!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OP - my kid freaked out if his diaper was wet for more than 30 seconds so I had to do LOTS of changes in a stroller (very inconvenient when he was a baby, super handy when potty training at 20 months). Never used a Cruz but we had a Bugaboo Chameleon which had a bassinet and then a 90 degree seat. I would just throw the changing pad under him and then do the change - you get good at doing diaper changes so it wasn't that hard). Kept him covered up as long as possible and we never had any spray issues (but he was not a sprayer). Except for huge blowouts (which happen less often than it sounds), never had any poop issues on the stroller.

For particularly messy changes, I carried disposable changing pads (those blue and white hospital type waterproof pads) and used them in public restrooms under my regular pad. Just threw away the disposable pad and wiped everything down with an antibacterial wipe when done (some of those public changing tables are GROSS).

Btw - agree with others that changing a baby in a public indoor place like a store or restaurant but not in a bathroom is gross. Don't do that please!

Ok, I looked at the Chameleon, really great to hear that you were able to do changes in a comparable stroller! The angled seat looks pretty much the same. I've changed diapers before and I've only been sprayed once (years ago worked at a daycare center as a teenager), so I am optimistic that I can learn to make it work if it worked so well for you and yours! : )

I definitely like the chux disposables + reusable diaper pad combo for messy changes or public stations.

I think I'm going to go with the Cruz. I love everything else about it: fold, weight, seat height/reclines, storage and options. The seat angle/diaper change issue was my only major area of concern w/ this one and I don't have any heartburn about it anymore. To my husbands joy I'm sure. : )

But maybe we'll test drive bugaboo's chameleion before we sign on the dotted line...here hee!

Thank you!!!

[Anonymous]

I also hate the idea of a changing table (I use them, I just prefer not to), and the ability to change a diaper in the stroller factored into our decision as to which one to get. We ended up w the Bee and have loved it for this reason and many others (great, narrow wheel base makes navigating easy anywhere, the smoothest ride around, and easy fold). Good luck OP!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I also hate the idea of a changing table (I use them, I just prefer not to), and the ability to change a diaper in the stroller factored into our decision as to which one to get. We ended up w the Bee and have loved it for this reason and many others (great, narrow wheel base makes navigating easy anywhere, the smoothest ride around, and easy fold). Good luck OP!

Thanks!!