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There comes a point where most toddlers decide they’re part acrobat, part escape artist, and the change mat suddenly becomes the last place on earth they want to be. Sound familiar?
We know that babies wriggle and toddlers squirm, and yet most change mats have limited safety barriers to prevent falls. BabyRest is here to change that.
If you're preparing your nursery, it's time you learned about the change mat safety 'roll test' no one tells new parents about… and also to check if the change mat in your wishlist is actually up to the task and potential parkour it will face.
So, what exactly is the roll test?
Think of it as the gold-standard way to test whether a change mat is designed to help contain your little one adequately and prevent falls.
During the test, a certified 15 kg cylinder is pushed against the mat’s raised sides to see whether the mat can safely contain that weight without tipping, slipping or collapsing. It’s a way to simulate the kind of pressure toddlers apply when they’re determined (and they sure can be determined!) to roll or twist themselves mid-change.
A change mat that truly shines in the roll test? The BabyRest Nova Change Mat.
Those distinctive full-length raised sides were designed with this exact scenario in mind: to help prevent rolling and keep your little one centred, even when full wriggle-mode has been activated.
And honestly? That’s no surprise. The Nova was designed with purpose by parents (who have been there), for parents.
See it in action:
The change mat that makes the everyday… easier
You’re changing your baby what feels like countless times a day in the early months. And since parenting rarely follows a neat schedule, many of those changes happen when:
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Your little one is overtired
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Your toddler has big feelings about lying down
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You’re changing them one-handed while juggling a fresh nappy, wipes and a clean onesie
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You’re not even in the nursery at all and trying to change on the go!
A roll-tested change mat gives you something deeply valuable in those moments: reassurance. Here’s how the Nova’s design works for you:
1. Wriggle-proof by design
The Nova’s raised edges aren’t just for aesthetics. They’re engineered to help prevent side-rolling, giving your baby gentle containment and giving you more control during the change.
2. Solid, stable & doesn’t budge
Under the smooth surface is a solid timber base, which means no sinking and far better stability than foam mats. Paired with rubber non-slip feet, it grips the surface beneath it to reduce tipping or movement, without scratching the surface underneath.
3. Free-standing and portable
Because it’s sturdy yet lightweight, the Nova isn’t locked to one piece of furniture. You can pick it up and move it to the living room, your bedroom, the kitchen bench - wherever you need it most.
4. Hygienic and easy to clean
The fully sealed surface wipes clean quickly and prevents mould and bacteria growth.
5. Fits most change tables
It’s purposely designed to be a universal, one-size solution for most chests of drawers or change tables.
Extra features we know you’ll love
Choosing a change mat might feel like a small decision. But when you’re using it every day (often at your most tired) the right one can make those moments easier, safer and more predictable.
The Nova gives you a stable, reassuring base through the wriggles, the rolls and the “I want to do it myself” phases. It’s practical, peace-of-mind wrapped in beautiful design.
It’s also extremely versatile with multi-purpose use opportunities. Its supportive yet distinctive shape make it ideal for everything from tummy time, to baby massages and post-bath moisturising rituals, not to mention calming wrigglers while dressing.
Final tips for extra-squirmy toddlers
Have a serial squirmer or escape artist on your hands? Try distractions like attaching a cot mobile to the changing table or even securing a mirror somewhere that they can look at themselves while on the change mat.
Ready to bring safer, calmer nappy changes home?
Discover the BabyRest Nova Change Mat and see why so many families say it’s the one nursery essential they didn’t know they needed.
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