We have a change mat with curved sides on top of a chest of drawers. Top drawers are used for nappy stuff. I've loved this as we're both tall and it's higher than a standard change table. I think a designated change space is really helpful - both of mine have willingly laid still on the change table but have been complete wiggle-bots if changed anywhere else.
I would say yes, it's one of the things that gets the most use, up there with the cot, pram and car seat. Did you use yours much last time? That'll probably answer the question for you
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