Bathrooms Accessible in Every Situation (BABIES) Act

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Bathrooms Accessible in Every Situation (BABIES) Act

“This bill requires restrooms in a public building to be equipped with baby changing facilities that the General Services Administration (GSA) determines are physically safe, sanitary, and appropriate. “Public building” means a public building controlled by the GSA’s Public Building Service. Such requirement shall be subject to any reasonable accommodations that may be made for individuals in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Such requirement shall be inapplicable: to a restroom in a public building that is not available or accessible for public use, to a restroom that contains clear and conspicuous signage indicating where a restroom with a baby changing table is located on the same floor of such building, if new construction would be required to install a baby changing facility in the building and the cost of such construction is unfeasible, or to a building not subject to an alteration for which any appropriations must be approved by the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works and the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.”

Public Law No: 114-235 (10/07/2016)
Summary: H.R.5147 — 114th Congress (2015-2016)

Make your voice heard to restaurants and public establishments by signing onto this petition.

We received a letter from a dad who is outraged by the lack of changing stations in public restrooms. We know that parents and caregivers are looking for family friendly establishments where they can dine, play and enjoy time with their children. Sign this petition and help bring awareness to public establishments.

My wife came to the realization last fall, that there needs to be changing tables in the men’s rooms in all restaurants. As a stay at home father, I whole-heartedly agreed with her. There are too many times where I have taken my children into the bathroom to change a diaper, and have been forced to put the changing pad on the floor or counter.

This past Wednesday, I started an online petition and spread the word to family and friends. In the last five days, we have received 108 signatures. We want people to be aware of this situation. I know a good number of restaurants have changing tables in the women’s restrooms, but few in the men. Our bottom line is this: If a restaurant is going to offer a high chair or booster seat, they better have the changing tables in the restrooms.

Below is the link to the petition. I would appreciate your support. I want to make a big difference, and this is a topic that means a lot to me.

http://signon.org/sign/baby-changing-station

Thank you very much!

Jacob Smithers

Husband and Stay at home father to 3 kids ages 5, 3, and 1

Announcing the New KB200-SS

The KB200-SS, released in May 2012 offers all the great features of the KB200 but is enhanced by a sleek Stainless Steel panel on the front. A clean, laser engraved logo clearly identifies the product as a baby changing station to patrons. This product will make a sophisticated addition to the upscale restroom facility.

You May Be Expecting, But Is Your Pet?


 As an expectant parent, you have researched baby changing tables, bought (and assembled!) a crib, prepped the nursery, read “What to Expect When You’re Expecting”, debated paint colors, names, and toys… You are ready. But have you considered how to prepare your pet for the new addition? Read on to learn some expert advice for Fido and Fluffy’s first introduction to their new human and tips for dealing with the rapid changes that you and baby will experience.

http://www.coloradoan.com/article/20120214/COLUMNISTS143/202140325

Man Steals High Chair

According to the Saginaw News, a man in Michigan was arrested for stealing a high chair from his local McDonalds. Allegedly, he took it as a joke for his pregnant relative. We don’t know if it was a Koala Designer, but they do make great gifts!

Check out the article here.

Celebrating our 25th Anniversary

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Since 1987, Koala has been providing safe and innovative childcare products. Throughout the year we will be announcing different ways you can help us celebrate. Please check back for updates.