Even though babies are tiny, they need a surprisingly large amount of stuff — endless diapers, onesies, sleep sacks, bibs, toys, and more, not to mention all the furniture you need to keep them safe. It’s likely the first few things you thought of adding to your nursery shopping list were a crib and a changing table, so why not make your furniture work smarter and not harder by combining the two? The best cribs with changing tables make your baby’s space more efficient — and the combo means you have one less thing to shop for.
Cribs with changing tables have convenient storage options built right in, whether that’s drawers, shelves, or both to help you organize all of the essentials all in one place. Versions with drawers underneath the changing table side keep things tucked out of sight and tend to be pricier; those with open shelves are more budget-friendly, but you may want to grab some storage baskets or bins for them. And while some cribs may come with a changing pad, you’ll need to get a crib mattress separately.
A quick note on certifications on cribs: a GREENGUARD Gold certification indicates that a product meets strict criteria and is found to be free of thousands of chemicals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs); a Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) certification means the product has been independently tested and meets or exceeds high standards for safety and performance; an ASTM certification, which means it has been certified for safety.
This may be obvious but it’s worth pointing out before your start trying to build a crib with a changing table: This furniture combo is going to take up more space in one spot than a standard crib, so be sure to check the dimensions of your fave one. To make it easy, we’ve listed the dimensions for every crib on our list. Some cribs have detachable changing tables, and we’ve noted that where applicable, too. It’s worth noting that most cribs are convertible, so they’ll grow with your baby through the toddler years, but the number of configurations varies; adjustment levels for the mattress height varies as well.
Ahead, find six of the best cribs with changing tables, as well as a changing pad cover (because yes, you’re going to need at least a few of those, too).
In a hurry? Here are the top picks for the best cribs with changing tables:
1. The Highly Rated Fan Favorite Crib With Changing Table: Delta Children Abby Convertible Crib and Changer