Diaper Bag Guide
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Strong enough to hold it all, durable enough to withstand spills and chic enough to wear beyond their baby years:
Experienced parents know a diaper bag is your best friend and carrying the right one can make all the difference in
your day-to-day life. From modern and minimal tote bags to duffle bags that carry everything under the sun, read on
to learn about the many different types of diaper bags and find your perfect match.
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backpack diaper bag
A backpack diaper bag is a great hands-free option with just enough space to
stow away your baby’s daily essentials and a little extra room for yours, too.
Typically this style features numerous interior and exterior compartments to
keep everything organized for easy access when on the go. Here’s what to look for:
Multiple Ways To Wear
A truly versatile diaper bag backpack can be converted into three
styles—a backpack, crossbody or purse— so that any parent or caregiver
can carry it in a way that’s most comfortable for them.
Quick To Clean
Durable and wipe-able fabrics make life so much easier. We love vegan
leather, which resists stains and wipes away clean with a microfiber cloth.
Room For It All
You’ll want a roomy interior pocket for larger items, side pouches
for water bottles or baby bottles, and an easy-to-access outer pocket
for smaller items you want to grab at a moment’s notice, like a pacifier.
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tote diaper bag
Diaper bag or a cool purse? A diaper tote bag is a great everyday option with
ample space for all the necessities and nice-to-have items. Sling it over
your shoulder or carry it by hand and easily transition it to your
everyday bag once their baby years are over.
Space For Everything
You don’t want to be carrying around the Black Hole of diaper bags,
so look for one with multiple compartments inside for organizing
things like diapers, wipes, pacifiers and more.
Multiple Ways To Wear
Look for something gender-neutral that you can wear as a tote
bag or use the removable strap to carry it across your body for
a convenient hands-free option for any parent or caregiver.
Cleans Up Quick
Canvas totes look dirty and worn within days. Instead, look
for gorgeous, durable vegan leather exterior and an interior
lining that’s stain-resistant and wipes away clean.
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duffle diaper bag
Versatile, stylish, smart. We love a generously sized duffle
diaper bag for packing up to travel with baby. Great for parents
who pack a lot (just in case) with a little extra room for your
personal items, too. Perfectly sized for trips up to a week long.
Fun Features
A smart duffle diaper bag will include extra features like a laptop
sleeve, water bottle pocket, key leash, shoe duster and more.
Plenty of Room
The flexible shape (and, in the case of Dagne Dover’s
Landon duffle bag, the snaps at each side) allow these bags
to carry more than you’d expect!
Made to Last
Look for a material that’s lightweight and easy to clean like premium
nylon or neoprene, to strike that balance between durable and versatile.
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gender neutral diaper bag
Looking for something well-equipped to handle moms, dads or a range of
caregivers? Try a unisex diaper bag that’s simple and super sufficient.
The best unisex diaper bags are ones with modern details that
look good, but don’t distract from their actual function.
Good-Looking
Make it something everyone will feel comfortable carrying. A
versatile backpack is a favorite shape because it can pass for
an everyday bag as well.
Clever Design
Most important to anyone, it features interior and exterior
pockets designed to hold toys, snacks, extra diapers and
anything else you might need.
Lots of Extras
Be sure your diaper bag includes a mini changing mat, extra
pouches, a luggage sleeve for travel, a laptop carrier and
anything else that can cover both the baby and the caregiver.
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FAQ
your diaper bag questions, answered
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The best diaper bag for you is the one that makes sense for your lifestyle. There are many different types of diaper bags to suit you and your child’s needs. If you’re looking for a hands-free option, a backpack diaper bag or a crossbody diaper bag might be best. For parents who travel, try a weekender or duffle diaper bag with ample space for all of the essentials. If you prefer to carry your bag over the shoulder, try a tote bag or one that converts into different styles so you have more options to work with.
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Items that you might find useful in your diaper bag include diapers, wipes, tissues, extra sets of clothes and snacks. Depending on your child's age, you may want to include their pacifier, bottles and burp cloths. Make sure there is enough room for your essentials, too. Think: wallet, keys, phone or tablet.
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Diaper bags are useful for parents because they’re equipped to organize everything your baby might need, unlike a large tote or purse. Most modern diaper bags are designed with specific compartments to make grabbing your essentials easier and faster – no more digging through the bottomless pit of a purse.
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When looking for a diaper bag, we suggest finding one made of a durable material that’s easy to clean on the inside and the outside. Fabrics like neoprene and nylon are water-resistant and can easily be wiped down with a clean microfiber cloth. Vegan leather is another great option.
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Look for a diaper bag with ample interior and exterior pockets and organize each pocket by function. If you don’t have enough pockets for every little thing, try organizing with separate zippered pouches. Make sure to account for any extras you may need to bring.
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A classic weekender makes the perfect overnight diaper bag, keeping all your baby essentials for travel organized and within reach until you get to your destination. As an added bonus, most weekender bags will work as a carry-on for air travel.