How long can you use a changing table?

[twinstar]

My baby is 7 months old and only weighs 17 lbs. We've just been using the changing table for the Pack N Play which I think has a limit of 25 lbs. We don't have much space, so I'm thinking of buying a small, inexpensive changing table (like the Jenny Lind style). Do you think it's still worth buying this late? How long do you think I'll be able to use the changing table before he is too big for it? Or should I change him on the bed once he outgrows the changing table on the Pack N Play?

Thanks for any input!

[slworld]

Probabaly bed or floor would be a good idea since it would a wider surface and you would have more control over the baby. Once they start rolling over & get more wiggly it may not be as safe on a changing table IMO.

[Momof3Labs]

We used the changing table for both boys until at least 3yo. The bed is too low for changing them without hurting my back. By 3yo, we'd also do the floor regularly, but like the table for poopy diapers and for preparing for bed.