How to Keep Baby Still During Diaper Changes

billyscalls
Jul 24, 2025
3 min read

If diaper changes feel like a full-body workout, you're not alone. Many parents share the same challenge: their baby won’t stay still during diaper changes. The squirming, rolling, and kicking make it tough to clean up—and even harder to stay calm.

On parenting forums like Quora, hundreds of overwhelmed moms and dads ask: “How do you get a baby to stop squirming during a diaper change?” And while there are plenty of creative hacks, most parents agree—there’s no silver bullet… or at least, there wasn’t.

Let us introduce a real solution that changes the game.

Meet the No More Squirmy Baby Pad: The Best Diaper Changing Pad for Active Babies

Designed by parents who have been there, the No More Squirmy Baby Pad is a double-patented changing pad that helps keep your baby in place—gently, safely, and comfortably. Its contoured shape and side supports reduce rolling and wiggling while still allowing natural movement.

This isn’t just another changing pad. It’s a safer, smarter tool built to make diaper duty less stressful and more efficient. If your baby won’t stay still during diaper changes, this pad was made for you.

Diaper Changing Tips for New Parents: 3 Smart Solutions to Stop the Squirm

Even with the best diaper changing pad, a few simple shifts in your routine can make a big difference.

1. Build a Predictable Routine

Babies thrive on patterns. Making diaper changes a predictable event—same place, same steps, same tone of voice—can reduce stress and encourage cooperation.

Use a calm voice and talk your baby through the process. Sing a familiar song or tell them what’s coming next. And when you're using the No More Squirmy Baby Pad, the secure, cushioned environment helps reinforce that sense of routine and safety.

2. Keep Baby Engaged

Distraction is your best friend. Babies are curious by nature, so offer them something to focus on: a soft toy, a textured teether, or even a safe household item like a clean brush or remote cover.

The No More Squirmy Baby Pad’s design frees up both your hands so you can hand over toys or gently guide your baby without losing grip—or your sanity.

3. Prep Your Space for Speed

You don’t want to be digging through drawers mid-change. Keep wipes, diapers, and ointment within reach. A clean change of clothes doesn’t hurt either.

The No More Squirmy Baby Pad helps streamline the process. It’s lightweight and portable, so you can bring it anywhere in your home—or on the go—and always be ready for a quick, calm diaper change.