Nappy bags and what goes in them!!!

[EDIOH]

Alright, this might sound like a silly question but:

- what kind of nappy bag do you have
- what features should i be looking for
- how big does it have to be
- and what do you actualy have in your nappy bag????

Sorry if it sounds silly, but i cant seem to decide on a bag. So id love to hear all about yours!!

[Beeza8906]

what kind of nappy bag do you have? Mine is a BabyGear (got it from Big W)

what features should i be looking for? if bottlefeeding the insulated bottle holders.

how big does it have to be?i guess it really all depands what you intend to put in there.

what do you actualy have in your nappy bag????
I have:
-nappies
-bottles
-formula
-babyfood
-spoons
-bibs
-bongela
-bum wipes
-toys
-socks
-change of clothes
And because i also use mine as a handbag
-wallet
-phone
-smokes
-keys

I think thats about it.well all i can think of anyway.

[Flashdance]

I've got an Isoki reversible hobo bag. I love it.

It's a large bag, but then you need a large bag to fit everything that you need.

In mine, I have:
-nappies
-wipes
-barrier cream
-toys
-spare clothes, vests, socks, bibs, hats.
-baby sunscreen
-Lollies - for me to eat when feeding as I get SO hungry.
-Muslin wraps, warmer cotton blanket.
-Dummies
-change mat (came with bag)

I think you need to find a bag that will fit with your own needs. I find that you need compartments, that mine doesn't have. I have everything in ziplock bags inside though. Otherwise it all jumbles in together and looks messy Compartments that are insulated are a big plus too, mine has a separate insulated compartment that you can carry bottles or other foods in.



Also look for straps so that you can carry it either over shoulder or hang off pram, but I think most nappy bags have this anyway. There are the backpack styles too, but I'm not really a backpack kinda girl.

Good luck with your search! It can be daunting. You can also get inserts that fit into a regular bag, so that it kind of divides your bag into little compartments. Search on ebay -there are loads of them on there!

HTH

[PinkBinkie]

I've got to buy a new one to, the strap broke on my last one after using it for 2 children plus it was second-hand to start with. I too used mine as a handbag, so much easier to have everything in together. I guess a good wide strap is important so it doesn't dig into your shoulder and can hang easily on the pram. The more compartments/sections/pockets the better. There's so many bits and pieces, having them in easy reach is a must. Places for drinks is good, even if just for your own water bottle. And a separate place for your keys, purse, phone etc so it's easy to grab.

[Littlemissmetal]

I have an OiOi Messenger Bag, I love it, it is so trendy, it is leopard print, and I brought it off Ebay brand new for only $88 (usually $190)

It is Big enough to hold everything I need but small enough to not get in the way.

It has 2 side pockets which I hold DS's bottles in. Comes with A change mat, and A wipes holder, and also another little bag to carry all my needs, phone, wallet etc.

When they are A new born I carry :
2 Blankets
Spare change of clothes
At least 3 nappies
Wipes
Nappy Bags
Socks
Breastpads
Pawpaw ointment (for my breasts)
Hat
Sunscreen
Burping Pads
Washclothes
Bepanthen/Nappy Rash Cream

When Bubby gets older I add
Spoons and Food/Snacks
Bonjela and Panadol
Bottles / Sippy Cup
Formula

Also A dummy or 2 if you plan on using them

I know im forrgetting stuff I just cant remember the rest lol

[peanutbutter&jelly]

Loads went into mine, especially when he was little and hard reflux!!
Now we have... nappies, wipes, plastic bags with knots tied in them, change mat, usually a wrap or blanket depending on the temp, a sling in case he really loses it, snacks, a straw cup plus a bottle of water, spare dummies, a spare set of clothes + an extra top & a couple of bibs plus my normal stuff... and paw paw ointment!
Mine now is an Oi Oi messenger bag (the giraffe print one!) and is relatively good in size. Also comes with a change mat and bottle cooler.

[HugsBunny]

Mine is Quiksilver messenger bag which I bought from the 2nd's store on the Gold Coast for $20

I then bought a change pad/mat thing to go in it which cost about $7 from Big W I think.

In my nappy bag I generally had -
a bottle or 2 (depending on how long we'll be out)
a formula divider container thingy (the one that holds measured amounts of formula)
nappies
wipes
change of clothes
nappy sacks

keys, wallet, phone.

I'll be using the same bag again this time around

[NibbleCurlynBub]

I have two in nappies and one who can occasionally have an accident.

I'm probably a bit of a dag of a Mum.. But here goes.
I have a sesame street backpack from a showbag 2 years ago with two disposables for backup and a clothie for riley. I have whatever pack of wipes I'm using, my wallet, whatever papers or lists I need, two mini boxes of sultanas (plastic boxes, I won't be ripped off!) and MAYBE drinks.

It all fits fine, I didn't spend money on a bag that was only going to get covered in spilt juice and hold poopie nappies.

Maybe I'm just not a 'trendy' Mum. But I don't care... Its a bag to carry stuff I need when I have kids around, not for me to look pretty.

[Teegzie]

Not a silly question at all!

- what kind of nappy bag do you have?
I have a needlessly expensive one! It is by Cath Kidston. It is made from oilcoth so can be wiped clean and is a messager style one.
- what features should i be looking for?
Lots of pockets so you can keep it organised! Something that will wear well (ie. won't be haggard after a few months) and is reasonably babyproof as the chances of it getting thrown up on, chewed and worse are pretty high! A built in or matching change mat for changing on hard surfaces. And as previously mentioned an insulated bottle holder (if you end up bottle feeding) or other insulated compartments are a great help. Mine came with a bottle holder and also has insulated side pockets.
- how big does it have to be?
Depends on how much you need to take with you, but generally the older the kid gets the more junk you need to lug around! Enough space to hold about 4-6 nappies (the more it holds the longer you can be away from home) plus a change of clothes is generally enough.
- and what do you actualy have in your nappy bag????
I have:
-nappies (obviously!) I fit about 4 -5 cloth nappies in mine.
-change of outfit for DD (usually just a jumpsuit or t-shirt and pants)
-singlets (in case we have to bathe her somewhere else and needs something to wear afterwards. Plus they don't take up much room)
-change mat (came with the bag)
-bibs
-spoons
-wipes
-facewashers in a ziplock bag (so I can wet them for wiping)
-small pot of sudocreme
-snacks like biscuits, sultanas etc in a plastic container
-flannel blanket in case DD needs something to snuggle to go to sleep
-dummies
-bonjella
-toys
-anything else I need at the time or DD picks up and wants!
Sorry if it sounds silly, but i cant seem to decide on a bag. So id love to hear all about yours!!

[cja]

Hi,

I found the most practical bag for me to be the coles printed eco bags. For 2 kids (1yr&2yr) I have nappies, wipes, nappy bags, a change of clothes for each, then I have a little mini deco cooler bag (cost $8) that I put in both kids drinks and snacks. It is easy to find stuff in these bags and it is cheap ($2) to replace. They fit well over the handles of both my prams, can hang a handle over each handle and still access while carrying one of my kids. So far we have had a Wiggles, a Mr Happy, a dafodil day bag etc..

I was given a fancy oroton nappy bag as a present when my first was born with all the dividers and change mats etc... but I only use it for going away on long car trip or plane when the nappy bag seems to get messy and you need a lot of stuff.

Like NibbleCurlynBun said I must not be a 'trendy' Mum either....but I don't care...it is not a designer handbag for me it is a kids bag that needs to be practical!!