Why Avery Row travel changing mats?
Our travel changing mats are designed to be functional and stylish. Not only are they designed to suit your style and are made from responsible materials they also make the perfect practical changing companion: fold down neatly, easily cleaned in the machine or wipe cleaned, and fit into your daily routine: pram days, quick errands, and full-day trips where you just want a clean surface ready when you need it.
How to choose the right travel changing mat
A travel changing mat should make changes quicker and easier when you’re out and about. Here’s what to look for:
Fold size v comfort
The smaller it folds, the easier it is to keep in a changing bag, but you still want enough space and comfort for wriggly babies. Our range of mats ensure they are compact and lightweight without compromising size or comfort.
Wipe-clean practicality
If it’s going in the pram or changing bag, it needs to handle quick clean-ups between changes. Our range of mats offer wipe-clean and machine washable care options.
Where you'll use it
You will be using your mat anywhere and everywhere there is a safe place to change baby out and about. Quick and easy opening as well as quilted comfort matters when changing on the go. Our mats make the perfect changing companion wherever it may be.
Material Feel
While both our recycled nylon and organic cotton mats are safe and comfortable against babies skin, some parents prefer organic cotton sateen for a softer, cosier feel. Others prefer recycled nylon for lightweight wipe-clean convenience, it's a personal preference based on material choice and routine.
What you pair it with
A changing mat is only one of the many baby changing essentials. You will want to pair it with a changing bag, wipes cover or nappy caddy for when you are at home. Our range of baby changing essentials will ensure you are well prepared for all moments.
Build your on-the-go changing kit
A little bit of organisation can make your out and about changes a breeze for both parent and baby. Pair your travel changing mat with:
- Baby Changing Bags to organise the essentials and take it out and about
- Baby Wipes Covers for style and organisation
- Nappy Caddies for your on-the-go kit in the car
FAQs
What’s the difference between a travel changing mat and a standard changing mat?
A standard changing mat is typically chosen for a fixed setup at home, it can be larger and more “stay-put” on a dresser or changing area. Our anti-roll changing mats and changing baskets make the perfect at home changing addition. A travel changing mat is designed for portability: it folds down smaller, goes in your changing bag or pram, and prioritises quick deployment and easy clean-up while you’re out. Our changing mats make the perfect out and about changing addition to your baby essentials.
Which is better: organic cotton or recycled nylon for a travel changing mat?
It depends on your routine and preferences. Organic cotton sateen styles can suit parents who prefer a softer fabric feel, while recycled nylon styles can feel lighter and more easy to clean for busy days. With our travel mats it can often come down to design with the organic cotton mats in our print designs and recycled nylon in bold cleaner block colours.
Are Avery Row travel changing mats easy to clean?
They’re designed for the reality of changing on the go: quick wipe-downs between changes and machine wash care. Our organic cotton travel mats can have a water-resistant coating to help wipe up any accidents and can be machine washed while our recycled nylon mats are fully wipeable and are not machine washable. Always check the care instructions on the product page for your chosen mat so you know what cleaning approach is recommended for that specific travel mat.
What should I pack with a travel changing mat for a day out?
A simple kit that covers most trips includes nappies (that can be kept to hand in the pouches in our travel mats), wipes, nappy sacks, a spare vest/outfit, a muslin, and hand sanitiser. If you’re out longer, add a snack/feeding item and an extra layer. A travel mat works best when it lives inside a well-organised changing bag, so you’re not repacking from scratch every time. Our baby changing bag collection is made for all your out and about adventures and match our travel mat designs.
Do I need a travel changing mat if I already have a changing mat at home?
If you regularly leave the house with your baby, yes, it’s one of those pieces you will want to keep in your baby changing kit. The benefit is having a clean surface available instantly in places where you don’t control hygiene, space, or time. Our travel changing mat range ensures you won't be caught our when our and about.
How big should a travel changing mat be?
Big enough to feel like a proper changing surface yet small enough that you’ll actually want carry it when out and about. If a mat is too bulky, it often gets left behind, and that’s when you end up improvising. A good rule: choose the one you can keep permanently in your pram or changing bag without it taking over the entire compartment. All our travel changing mats are designed to fit perfectly in our changing bags internal pockets.
What’s the best setup for quick pram changes?
Keep a mini “ready kit” together including: travel changing mat, wipes, nappies and nappy sacks. Your nappies can be kept in the pouch in the travel changing mat for ease. If your wipes end up buried, a wipes cover can help make them more accessible.
Are travel changing mats a good gift?
Yes, new parents love and need practical gifts. Travel mats are used constantly and can be kept in the pram, changing bag, backpack and in the car so it's super handy to have more than one. They work well as part of a gift bundle with a changing bag, wipes cover, or set of muslins without needing you to guess sizes like clothing. Our gift service at checkout allows you to add a gift note and bag to make your parcel extra special.
