Changing tables...are they really important in a baby’s room?

Harpo

We are starting to buy things and set up our nursery for our baby girl coming in March and are stuck on changing tables. Is this something you think we should have or can you get by without? We probably have room for one if we really NEED it but ideally if we can get away without it would probably be best. I’ve seen the ones that you can place over a cot, does anyone have any experience with these?

Update

Thank you for everyone’s response!!! Really helpful to hear what everyone preference is! We have a big double wardrobe in the room so therefor don’t have a drawer unit that we could put a changing mat on top. I wasn’t sure if a changing table was a necessity, sounds like it’s not it’s really just down to preference and space! Thank you! This definitely helped ❤️☺️