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LL514
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those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
did you put something down to protect the top of the dresser from the changing pad?
and did you nail the straps to the back of the dresser so it wouldnt move?
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MrsT809
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those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
I put down that foam shelf liner to keep the pad from sliding around. We did nail it in the back but it still moved all over. I also just make sure the straps are tucked into the cover so they don't scratch the dresser.
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| Posted 3/11/13 8:33 AM |
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Hofstra26
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
Our furniture set had a wooden piece that attached to the top of the dresser and then the changing pad sat inside of that. 
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| Posted 3/11/13 8:35 AM |
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tmarie
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
My dresser came with a changing piece, but just a warning. the whoel front of my dresser is chipped from leaning against it.
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| Posted 3/11/13 9:03 AM |
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gdubs
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
We bought the attachment that went with the set. It has rubber protectors underneath and has straps that attach it to the back of the dresser. I know most people never have an issue but I wasn't comfortable with just putting the pad on top of the dresser with nothing really securing it.
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| Posted 3/11/13 9:11 AM |
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MrsRapz
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those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
we did not protect the dresser and we did not nail the changing pad down (yeah i know we suck  )
Although the changing pad does slip a little bit, it's never caused a problem. We usually keep it from sliding too much by pushing it in with our bellies though.
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| Posted 3/11/13 9:26 AM |
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wishing2012
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
We put foam shelf liners under the legs and nailed it to the back. We have the bellini slide tip top changer though, so it would have tipped if it wasn't anchored.
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| Posted 3/11/13 9:27 AM |
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Mere09
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
Posted by MrsT809
I put down that foam shelf liner to keep the pad from sliding around.
We did this also.
And we did not attach the changing pad to the back of the dresser. But we're rebellious like that. haha
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| Posted 3/11/13 9:54 AM |
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OhBoyorGirl
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
No, we didn't put anything down in between the pad and the dresser. We have the Serta Contour Pad and it has a non-skid bottom. It doesn't slide and the dresser is just fine.
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| Posted 3/11/13 10:12 AM |
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BlessedMomma
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those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
I didnt put anything down or nail it down. I put the straps underneath inside the cover so it wouldnt scratch the dresser. Never had an issue with it moving until now. Shes 8 1/2 months and is sooo mobile but before this when she was an infant and didnt move, no issues.
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| Posted 3/11/13 12:45 PM |
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mbg1007
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
We put one of the baby blankets we got in the hospital underneath it....this was a suggestion from the guy at Behrs
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| Posted 3/11/13 1:46 PM |
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
we did nail in the snaps or whatever connects the pad to the back of the dresser but there is nothing underneath it. I didn't expect the dresser to last forever (ikea) and scratches are the least gross thing that could happen I figure so no worries :) Plus the pad we put over the changing pad provides enough coverage on the bottom that I don't think it'd scratch up anything for the most part.
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| Posted 3/11/13 1:52 PM |
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MaZz
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
Posted by MrsRapz
we did not protect the dresser and we did not nail the changing pad down (yeah i know we suck )
Although the changing pad does slip a little bit, it's never caused a problem. We usually keep it from sliding too much by pushing it in with our bellies though.
Ditto. We suck too lol. I heard the non slip mat can stick to the wood and leave marks on the furniture so I didn't go that route... Just keep an eye on baby and have some common sense and you'll be fine.
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| Posted 3/11/13 2:07 PM |
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baby22012
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
Posted by MrsT809
I put down that foam shelf liner to keep the pad from sliding around. We did nail it in the back but it still moved all over. I also just make sure the straps are tucked into the cover so they don't scratch the dresser.
We just have one of those shelf lining things, it keeps the pad from moving. I never nailed mine down.
Here's what we have.
Message edited 3/11/2013 3:58:56 PM.
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| Posted 3/11/13 3:58 PM |
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cowgirlkate
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
We have it nailed to the back but we do not have anything under the pad. You could always put a baby blanket underneath it. That is what I have under the basket with the diapers, cream, etc.
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| Posted 3/11/13 9:08 PM |
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Lauren82
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
Posted by MaZz
Posted by MrsRapz
we did not protect the dresser and we did not nail the changing pad down (yeah i know we suck )
Although the changing pad does slip a little bit, it's never caused a problem. We usually keep it from sliding too much by pushing it in with our bellies though.
Ditto. We suck too lol. I heard the non slip mat can stick to the wood and leave marks on the furniture so I didn't go that route... Just keep an eye on baby and have some common sense and you'll be fine.
I had a nonstick mat under it and it did leave marks on the wood from sticking, so don't do it!
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| Posted 3/12/13 6:56 AM |
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Cheeks24
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those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
We don't have anything underneath it, but we did nail it to the back. We don't use it that often since we have another changing table downstairs.
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| Posted 3/12/13 9:24 AM |
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Finally1108
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
Posted by MrsRapz
we did not protect the dresser and we did not nail the changing pad down (yeah i know we suck )
Although the changing pad does slip a little bit, it's never caused a problem. We usually keep it from sliding too much by pushing it in with our bellies though.
We must suck too! LoL
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| Posted 3/12/13 10:00 AM |
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Jenn627
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
Posted by MrsRapz
we did not protect the dresser and we did not nail the changing pad down (yeah i know we suck )
Same. We have a non-slip rug pad underneath the pad to keep it from sliding around.
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| Posted 3/12/13 10:36 AM |
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MrsT809
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
Posted by Lauren82
Posted by MaZz
Posted by MrsRapz
we did not protect the dresser and we did not nail the changing pad down (yeah i know we suck )
Although the changing pad does slip a little bit, it's never caused a problem. We usually keep it from sliding too much by pushing it in with our bellies though.
Ditto. We suck too lol. I heard the non slip mat can stick to the wood and leave marks on the furniture so I didn't go that route... Just keep an eye on baby and have some common sense and you'll be fine.
I had a nonstick mat under it and it did leave marks on the wood from sticking, so don't do it!
You just made me very nervous. Checked under ours and so far so good. No marks from the shelf liner but maybe I'll make a habit of lifting it off every so often to make sure it's not too stuck on there.
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| Posted 3/12/13 10:43 AM |
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JDubs
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Re: those who used a regular dresser for a changing table
Posted by MrsRapz
we did not protect the dresser and we did not nail the changing pad down (yeah i know we suck )
Although the changing pad does slip a little bit, it's never caused a problem. We usually keep it from sliding too much by pushing it in with our bellies though.
same w/ us
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