As a new mom, you only want the best for your baby. The first trip out of the house after bringing your sweet little one home is already overwhelming, and now you need to tackle a diaper change away from the comfort of the nursery. Protect your baby from changing table germs, itchy grass, and other surfaces on the go with a washable changing pad from Lil Helper!
Aren’t all changing pads the same? Not at all. While every good diaper bag needs a changing pad, not all reusable changing pads are created equal.
In fact, your diaper bag may have already come with a diaper changing pad. These are often made of vinyl or plastic and get cold, uncomfortable, and bulky, taking up too much space in your bag when you already have so much you need to pack for the baby!
When I was expecting my oldest, I was gifted 3 different diaper bags—and they all came with these small, super plasticky changing pads. My little one was uncomfortable, and they didn’t work for us—cleaning them was a nightmare, especially the trendier bag with the ‘built-in’ changing pad.
Enter the Lifesaver Mini: a washable changing pad designed with your baby’s comfort and your convenience in mind.
Waterproof
Like most reusable changing pads, the Lifesaver Mini Mat is waterproof. Featuring a PUL side in fun and beautiful prints, the Lifesaver Mat is designed to stop any mess from your little one transferring to what you are laying them on and protects your little one likewise!
Whether it was my first baby who I was so nervous about touching germ-filled public changing tables or my youngest who is offended by the idea of ever having to even come close to grass, let alone lay down on it for a change at the park—the Lifesaver Mini has them covered and comfortable for every change!
Absorbent
Unlike other washable changing pads, the Lifesaver Mini also has an absorbent side! If your baby pees on a vinyl changing mat, they end up in a puddle of their own mess! The Lifesaver Mat’s absorbent, anti-bacterial charcoal is made of a stay-dry material so wetness is pulled inside, keeping your little one comfy during even the biggest blowout! After an accident, roll your mat up printed side out to keep the mess contained.
Pro Tip: Baby girls can make just as big of a mess as boys. Be ready with the open + cover move—when you change your little one, open the diaper up quickly, and then pop it back over them for just a few seconds. The cold/fresh air often triggers little ones to empty their bladders, and a quick recovery will save you many sprays and spills!
Bonus Pro Tip: If your little one tends to surprise you with these mid-change pees, change them on your Lifesaver Mini on an angle, so the corner is between their legs. This way, you can quickly and easily flip it up and over them in a pee-emergency!
Size Matters
The Lifesaver Mini measures 22 inches by 18 inches, making it the perfect size for on-the-go changes. It rolls up small to fit in your diaper bag and works for both busy toddlers and tiny newborns.
Between snacks and snack bags and clothes and reusable diapers and reusable wipes and wet bags and water bottles—oh my!—every inch of my diaper bag is precious real estate! I love how this washable changing pad rolls up and can be easily tucked into a side pocket, saving space and allowing for easy access when setting up your on-the-go changing station!
Need something a little bigger for at home? Check out the Lifesaver Original Mat, the same great design but in a larger 28 inches by 40 inches. The perfect potty training solution!
Convenient Loop
Did I mention that I cannot spare a single inch of my diaper bag space? Maybe more so being three kids deep, but being able to hang my reusable changing pad up easily on the go is a lifesaver all on its own sometimes! Hang your Lifesaver Mini on your stroller or diaper bag on the go with the convenient loop handle.
A Washable Changing Pad
Vinyl changing mats need to be wiped down by hand. Believe me, I tried, and those stiff suckers will stop the rest of your laundry from getting a proper clean if you do try to toss them in on a regular wash day. Parenting gear should make our lives easier, not harder. The Lifesaver Mini can be tossed in the washer with the rest of your little one’s laundry, because every parent needs a little more reusable convenience!
You want your diaper bag to always be prepared for a change of plans. Diaper changes are like a high-stakes game of poker. You never know if you're going to get a royal flush or a straight-up bluff! And just when you think you've got a winning hand, the baby raises the stakes with a surprise move. So, grab a cloth changing mat and experience the difference of a reusable, washable changing pad designed by rocket scientists!
