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DD is 5 yrs old and is in diapers. She is average size for a 5 year old so she does not fit on changing tables in public restrooms. If I remember correctly the changing tables in the parks are big metal surfaces. The last time we were there she was MUCH smaller and the tables seemed very big, big enough for an older child but I could be remembering wrong. If anyone has any info it would be greatly appreciated. If we cannot change her in the restrooms then I was thinking the changing tables in the Baby Care Centers were large but again I'm not sure. Also, DTD, where to change her there and in restaurants, both resort and DTD? Thanks for any info!
I don't know if this will help, but when I was in WDW last January I had the unfortunate circumstance of spending some time in one of the first aid stations. While there, a couple came in because the wife was in a wheelchair and incontinent and needed her adult diaper changed. They brought them to a private room with a hospital bed and he changed her there. The nurses were very accomodating and even asked if he would like them to do it for him. Maybe, if the changing tables in the restrooms don't work for you, you could try the first aid stations?
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I don't know if this will help, but when I was in WDW last January I had the unfortunate circumstance of spending some time in one of the first aid stations. While there, a couple came in because the wife was in a wheelchair and incontinent and needed her adult diaper changed. They brought them to a private room with a hospital bed and he changed her there. The nurses were very accomodating and even asked if he would like them to do it for him. Maybe, if the changing tables in the restrooms don't work for you, you could try the first aid stations?
First Aid is your best bet.
There is a First Aid station in each park. They have a variety of rooms available. Some rooms have a cot that is fairly low to the ground, some have a higher cot and some have a table sort of like an exam table in a doctor's office that can have the height adjusted.
With the adjustable height ones, you can have it at a good height for transfer and then raise it up for a better height for changing.
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There are companion restrooms available in the parks and DTD. I haven't been inside one of them, but they might have something there for you to use.
I have been in all of the Companion Restrooms in each park and at Downtown Disney. Most don't have a changing table. And se that do have a changing table don't have one that would be long enough for an older child.
I believe that the restrooms in the parks have the metal changing tables that you have in mind. (I remember waiting for one while a mom decided to reorganize her stroller in front of it, thus making us wait while she figured out where to stuff this & that. Seriously?!?!) However, I don't remember how long they were, but I would guess that they should be able to accommodate your daughter's weight. She may have to prop her feet up on the walls or lay diagonally to fit her height.
The baby centers have nice padded tables. They are definitely sturdy enough to handle your daughter's weight but again, her feet may dangle off the end.
As for DTD, I think you're stuck with the usual KoalaKare baby changing stations in the restaurants & stores. My family likes to dine at Rainforest Cafe so I know that's what their bathroom has. I don't remember what World of Disney's bathroom is like --- that's the only other DTD changing area I used.
I don't know if your daughter is able to tolerate this, but do you think she might be willing to let you change her standing up? You can have her stand with her back to you so she can lean back & use you for balance while you change her. That's what we do with DS whenever we can --- he's just too squirmy otherwise!
Good luck! Looking at your calendar countdown, it looks like we'll be leaving just as you're arriving. Have a good trip!
Carol
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I don't know if this will help, but when I was in WDW last January I had the unfortunate circumstance of spending some time in one of the first aid stations. While there, a couple came in because the wife was in a wheelchair and incontinent and needed her adult diaper changed. They brought them to a private room with a hospital bed and he changed her there. The nurses were very accomodating and even asked if he would like them to do it for him. Maybe, if the changing tables in the restrooms don't work for you, you could try the first aid stations?
Thanks for this info! I have been in the First Aid Stations for other things but I did not know we could change her there. I will definitely look into this just in case the regular restrooms are not an option.
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There are companion restrooms available in the parks and DTD. I haven't been inside one of them, but they might have something there for you to use.
I have been in the companion restrooms also but could not remember anything about changing tables. I know the ones I went into had changing tables I just couldn't remember how big they were.
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First Aid is your best bet.
There is a First Aid station in each park. They have a variety of rooms available. Some rooms have a cot that is fairly low to the ground, some have a higher cot and some have a table sort of like an exam table in a doctor's office that can have the height adjusted.
With the adjustable height ones, you can have it at a good height for transfer and then raise it up for a better height for changing.
I have been in all of the Companion Restrooms in each park and at Downtown Disney. Most don't have a changing table. And se that do have a changing table don't have one that would be long enough for an older child.
Thanks! This answers my question about the companion restrooms. We could still use them for changing her standing as was suggested by someone else but changing her standing will not always be an option. The first aid station sounds like a great plan for the parks. Sounds like the biggest issue if she needs changing will be in the restaurants and DTD.
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I believe that the restrooms in the parks have the metal changing tables that you have in mind. (I remember waiting for one while a mom decided to reorganize her stroller in front of it, thus making us wait while she figured out where to stuff this & that. Seriously?!?!) However, I don't remember how long they were, but I would guess that they should be able to accommodate your daughter's weight. She may have to prop her feet up on the walls or lay diagonally to fit her height.
The baby centers have nice padded tables. They are definitely sturdy enough to handle your daughter's weight but again, her feet may dangle off the end.
As for DTD, I think you're stuck with the usual KoalaKare baby changing stations in the restaurants & stores. My family likes to dine at Rainforest Cafe so I know that's what their bathroom has. I don't remember what World of Disney's bathroom is like --- that's the only other DTD changing area I used.
I don't know if your daughter is able to tolerate this, but do you think she might be willing to let you change her standing up? You can have her stand with her back to you so she can lean back & use you for balance while you change her. That's what we do with DS whenever we can --- he's just too squirmy otherwise!
Good luck! Looking at your calendar countdown, it looks like we'll be leaving just as you're arriving. Have a good trip!
Carol
I COMPLETELY understand about having to wait for someone to get organized right in front of the changing table. They seem to be completely oblivious to the fact that other people need the changing table.
I don't think her weight will be an issue either I think her height will be though. She is around 45 inches tall. Maybe a little taller. We do change her standing on occasion and she is fine with that but some diaper changes cannot be done standing. Those times will definitely be an issue. If we are in the parks and she does not fit on a changing table in the restrooms then it sounds like the first aid stations maybe a good option. I just have to figure out DTD and the restaurants. We have ADR's for everyday of our stay. T-Rex, Tony's Town Square, Hollywood & Vine, Teppan Edo, Boma, Chef Mickey and Boma again (one breakfast and one dinner, DH saw pics and REALLY wanted to eat there). I guess if we have no other option we can leave and go to the first aid station to change her in the parks but for the places outside of the parks I don't know.
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Thanks for this info! I have been in the First Aid Stations for other things but I did not know we could change her there. I will definitely look into this just in case the regular restrooms are not an option.
I have been in the companion restrooms also but could not remember anything about changing tables. I know the ones I went into had changing tables I just couldn't remember how big they were.
Thanks! This answers my question about the companion restrooms. We could still use them for changing her standing as was suggested by someone else but changing her standing will not always be an option. The first aid station sounds like a great plan for the parks. Sounds like the biggest issue if she needs changing will be in the restaurants and DTD.
I COMPLETELY understand about having to wait for someone to get organized right in front of the changing table. They seem to be completely oblivious to the fact that other people need the changing table.
I don't think her weight will be an issue either I think her height will be though. She is around 45 inches tall. Maybe a little taller. We do change her standing on occasion and she is fine with that but some diaper changes cannot be done standing. Those times will definitely be an issue. If we are in the parks and she does not fit on a changing table in the restrooms then it sounds like the first aid stations maybe a good option. I just have to figure out DTD and the restaurants. We have ADR's for everyday of our stay. T-Rex, Tony's Town Square, Hollywood & Vine, Teppan Edo, Boma, Chef Mickey and Boma again (one breakfast and one dinner, DH saw pics and REALLY wanted to eat there). I guess if we have no other option we can leave and go to the first aid station to change her in the parks but for the places outside of the parks I don't know.
Weight won't be a problem. The ones in the restrooms are securely attached to the wall - usually on 3 sides. What they are made of varies - some stainless steel, some are some sort of a solid surface (Corian or similar).
The length varies. I have not measured, but between 34 and 48 inches. They are counter height - so about 34 inches from the ground, which may be a bit difficult to lift your daughter that high.
One thing to think about for standing in the Companion Restrooms is that they do have grab bars - exactly where varies from bathroom to bathroom. Some people find that is helpful when doing a standing diaper change.
I don't know if this will help, but when I was in WDW last January I had the unfortunate circumstance of spending some time in one of the first aid stations. While there, a couple came in because the wife was in a wheelchair and incontinent and needed her adult diaper changed. They brought them to a private room with a hospital bed and he changed her there. The nurses were very accomodating and even asked if he would like them to do it for him. Maybe, if the changing tables in the restrooms don't work for you, you could try the first aid stations?
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Just wanted to give everyone an update. We are back from our wonderful vacation! We found the Baby Care Centers to be our best option. I never check First Aide out just because Baby Care was right there and not busy any of the times we went in. As far as other changing table options, sometimes we were able to find a long enough one in the restrooms but not always. I would check before heading to Baby Care just because of not being any where near Baby Care. Sometimes we would get lucky and sometimes not. World Showcase proved to be one of the most difficult places to find a large enough changing table. We ended up finding one in a companion restroom but the regular restrooms had short changing tables. Thanks for all the tips!
Just wanted to give everyone an update. We are back from our wonderful vacation! We found the Baby Care Centers to be our best option. I never check First Aide out just because Baby Care was right there and not busy any of the times we went in. As far as other changing table options, sometimes we were able to find a long enough one in the restrooms but not always. I would check before heading to Baby Care just because of not being any where near Baby Care. Sometimes we would get lucky and sometimes not. World Showcase proved to be one of the most difficult places to find a large enough changing table. We ended up finding one in a companion restroom but the regular restrooms had short changing tables. Thanks for all the tips!
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Those times will definitely be an issue. If we are in the parks and she does not fit on a changing table in the restrooms then it sounds like the first aid stations maybe a good option. I just have to figure out DTD and the restaurants. We have ADR's for everyday of our stay. T-Rex, Tony's Town Square, Hollywood & Vine, Teppan Edo, Boma, Chef Mickey and Boma again (one breakfast and one dinner, DH saw pics and REALLY wanted to eat there
). I guess if we have no other option we can leave and go to the first aid station to change her in the parks but for the places outside of the parks I don't know.
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