Childcare Bathrooms & Changing Areas

Bathrooms & Changing Areas

The Bathroom and Changing spaces are often overlooked-but are important places in your Childcare Home. Using the bathroom, washing hands, and diapering are all important routines that develop self help skills, and help children gain independence.

When setting up a diapering area and toileting area here are some important tips:

Use a non-porous cover that can be cleaned and easily sanitized
Place your changing area near a hand washing sink and separate from food prepping area
Consider a portable option on the floor to avoid having to lift children
Place a mobile above or a mirror beside the changing table, this will allow infants something to focus on during the changing process and be less restless.
Place a stool near the toilet so that it is accessible for small children,

Hand washing Area Tips:

Provide a low sink or sturdy stool that will allow children to wash their hands independently
Consider an automatic faucet to reduce wasted water, Liquid Soap dispenser or Automatic paper towel dispenser
Place posters near the hand washing area that display photographs of proper hand washing techniques, and hygiene.