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Some of the items mentioned were gifted to me. All opinions are my own.
I've been getting questions about my diaper backpack lately. It's my fourth diaper bag and my all-time favorite, so I'm happy to share the details! The brand is Azaria, and it's made with slightly textured, scratch-resistant, vegan leather. I've been carrying it every single day for months, in all kinds of weather, and it still looks brand-new. There's plenty of room inside for all the baby essentials plus my own stuff, yet it never looks too bulky. Best of all, the backpack carry lets me keep both hands free for wrangling my kids!
I have Le Mère bag in Black with a contrasting gold zipper, but it also comes in other great colors like Chestnut, Camel, and Dusty Rose. Besides being perfect as a diaper bag, it could also work well for school or work as a chic alternative to a basic backpack!
Whenever I head out of the house, I make sure to have diapers, wipes, my wallet, my phone, a waterbottle for Ian, and chapstick in my bag. In addition, here are the extra things I always try to keep inside:
1. Nursing cover - I totally love these stretchy multi-use nursing covers from Covered Goods. They are the best for nursing in public with no awkwardness, and can double as a baby blanket, car seat cover, or shopping cart cover. Super comfy and breathable, and they come in lots of cute patterns and colors!
2. Teething toys - Emmett is currently teething, so I make sure to have a few teethers handy to keep him happy. This frog is one of his favorites, and it's so cute! It's 100% natural rubber so I can feel good about him chewing on it.
3. Diaper rash cream - Poor little Emmett has been getting diaper rashes (maybe it's related to the teething? or maybe something he's eating? Or sensitive skin? I'm trying to figure it out). In the meantime, Boudreaux's butt paste has been a regular in my diaper bag. It seems to work better than other brands, doesn't smell as bad, and has no harsh ingredients. Ahh, the glamour of motherhood. ;)
4. Snacks - Especially for long outings, this one is crucial! I've been trying to pack healthy, high-calorie snacks that are easy for Ian to eat by himself, in the car seat, without making a giant mess. These peanut butter pouches fit those criteria perfectly.
5. Toothbrushes - If we go somewhere late in the evening, I try to bring the kids' toothbrushes and toothpaste with me so we can get them all ready for bed before we drive home. They both tend to fall asleep in their car seats, so that way we can transfer them to bed without waking them up. This is Emmett's first toothbrush; isn't it cute?
6. PJs - Along the same lines, I bring their pajamas with me when we go somewhere late at night. These PJs from ErgoPouch come in adorable patterns AND you can choose your Tog rating for warmth. The higher Togs are filled with 100% breathable cotton filling, keeping babies warm in the winter without having to crank the heat up (since you can't use blankets for babies). They're also great for toddlers who tend to kick their covers off and get cold in the night.
7. Camera - Last but not least, I have been trying to take my big camera with me on family outings. I'm not the best at this, but I'm always glad when I remember to capture high-quality photos of my kids in the midst of our busyness!
Mamas, what must-have items are in your diaper bag?
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