The Keekaroo Changed My [Laundry] Life: Keekaroo Peanut Changer Review
The Keekaroo Peanut Changer changed my laundry life!
The Keekaroo is a baby product to truly get excited about and here’s why. It’s made of a durable yet soft solid surface that is easy to clean. A standard changing pad requires you to use and change out covers. The Keekaroo can be wiped down with a baby wipe or soap and warm water if things get really messy. This means no extra laundry — hallelujah!
Be sure to add the Keekaroo, or another diaper changing pad, to your baby registry list! If you’re looking for everything you need for your nursery, plus essentials for breastfeeding, pumping must-haves, and postpartum essentials, make sure you grab a free copy of my baby registry checklist for first-time moms.
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Our nursery with the Keekaroo peanut changer
Benefits of the Keekaroo Diaper Changer
The Keekaroo is one of the top items I’d put on my baby registry again because I love it that much.
Its standout features include:
Easy to clean with a solid surface
Water resistant and safe for baby as liquids can’t absorb into the surface, limiting mold and bacteria growth
Soft and comfortable for baby
Made of a durable puncture resistant material
Slip resistant so the pad stays in place while changing your baby (this is especially great as your baby gets older and is moving and grooving while you’re trying to change them)
Common Complaints
After reading loads of reviews on Amazon, I’ve summarized the primary complaints about the Keekaroo below so you don’t have to spend hours digging through the pros and cons.
Too expensive
Stains
Has a heavy chemical smell, feels oily, and ruins furniture underneath it
Material is uncomfortable for baby - too hard or too cold
I understand the Keekaroo is a pricier option versus a standard changing pad. However, when you consider the price of a standard changing pad plus purchasing a few covers you’re getting close to the price of the Keekaroo. Not to mention the cost of your time spent scrubbing out stains and washing changing pad covers.
The Keekaroo is totally worth the price, in my opinion!
I do want to be sensitive to the fact this product may not fit within everyone’s budget, and if that is your situation, I promise you will be just fine with a standard changing pad. If you can find a little wiggle room in your budget, I highly recommend this be one of the products you splurge on. Even my husband, who is known for being rather “tight” with money, agrees this is one of his favorite baby products.
This is the Ikea dresser that fits the Keekaroo
There were also a lot of negative reviews complaining about the Keekaroo staining, but ours still looks pretty good after years of use - we just had our third baby and still use the same Keekaroo daily.
I attached a recent photo of the changing pad above so you can see that there is some slight discoloration. I truthfully don’t notice it, and I also expect a little bit of that for something I’m using daily to change diapers.
I’ve never had issues with the Keekaroo having a smell, feeling oily, or ruining our furniture. I do agree that it can get cold. I’ve had all of my babies in the winter so I bought changing pad liners (not covers) to lay down under the baby during the winter months. For #2 diaper changes I pull the liner up or fold it in half so that it doesn’t get dirty. The liners are completely optional and you may not need them if you have a baby outside of the winter season. Either way, I’m thrilled about easy clean up and significantly less laundry.
Keekaroo Color Options
The Keekaroo diaper changing pad currently comes in two colors on their website, grey and vanilla which is a very pretty beige. We have it in the color vanilla you can see below here in the nursery. I think it’s beautiful for the purpose it serves!
Size and Finding a Dresser that Fits the Keekaroo
The Keekaroo fits perfectly on a standard sized dresser. In case you want to measure and make sure it will fit on your dresser, here are the dimensions of the Keekaroo: 32” x 17” x 4”. We used the Ikea Hemnes dresser for our first and it worked great. We know have the smaller version of the same Hemnes dresser in our nursery and the small dresser fits the Keekaroo perfectly.
Setting Up the Nursery with the Keekaroo
When you’re setting up your nursery, it’s important to think the function of your space - not just aesthetics. Whether you’re working with a full room or a corner of your bedroom, make sure the room makes caring for your baby easier.
Ask yourself:
“Where will diapers actually get changed at 2 a.m.?”
“Is everything you need within arm’s reach?”
“How do you organize all those tiny baby clothes so they’re easy to access but not overwhelming?”
Once you've got your changing pad picked out (Keekaroo or otherwise!), the next step is pulling the whole nursery together so it’s not just pretty, but also practical.
If you're not sure where to start or just want to make sure you’re baby’s room functions for parents running on little sleep, I created a Nursery Design and Organization Guide to walk you through what you really need, how to set up and make the most of your space, and includes a printable nursery essentials checklist to keep you on track as you plan and shop.
It’s great whether you’re in the starting phase of gathering ideas, or if you’re already set up and just want to make sure you have everything in order!
Conclusion
I always say the Keekaroo is one of those unexpected wins as a new parent. There are a few other baby products that surprised me in the best way. If you're a first time mom looking to build your baby registry with intention, don’t miss this post: 5 Lesser Known Baby Items You’ll Be Glad to Have.
