Some important
things to consider when choosing a diaper bag are:
* Style of bag - Is a backpack, tote, satchel or messenger bag most appropriate
for your use?
* Exterior styling - Will Mom, Dad or both be carrying this bag? Are you
looking for a bag that makes a fashion statement or that does not look like a
diaper bag?
* Number of children - You will need a larger bag for more than one child.
* Lifestyle - If you are always on the go and always carry tons of stuff, you may
need a diaper bag that also integrates your handbag.
* Expected diaper bag usage - You may need a large bag for daycare and for long
outings or a small one for quick errands.
* Age of your child - Your needs will change as your child develops. See below.
Newborn - The bag should be big enough to accommodate many diapers and outfits as well as supplies for babies fed from a bottle.
Young Infant - You will also need to carry toys in your bag at this stage.
When food is introduced , you will need to be able to store baby food and keep it hot or cold. You will also need room for cups, eating utensils, bibs, and wipes.
Older Toddler - All you may require at this stage is a quick-to-go grab bag since you are not changing diapers and clothes as often or carrying toys.
Important features to consider include:
* Functionality and organization - zippered or Velcro compartments of different sizes
* Wet/dry bag for messes like dirty diapers, soiled clothing, and wet bibs
* Light weight
* Durability
* Ease of cleaning
* Versatility - options to adjust straps so that you can wear it over the shoulder, across the body as a messenger bag, as a backpack to be hands free, or to attach to a stroller
* Large opening with bright colors and patterns inside so that things are easy to find and do not get lost in a black hole
* Clip for keys or pacifier
* A changing pad that is padded, removable, and washable
* Accessories such as a cell phone/wallet organizer and cosmetic case so that you will not have to carry a purse and diaper bag at the same time (Avoid keeping personal items in one of the compartments of the diaper bag. Instead use a small purse or organizer that you can rem
ove from the diaper bag before passing it on to Dad. It saves time and prevents the hassle of
rummaging through the bag for your personal items.)
* A style that Dad will be comfortable wearing if he is out with the kids a lot - a unisex bag or a separate bag for him
(Picture: DadGear Messenger Bag)* Feet on the bottom or options to wear the bag hands-free for when you have to change diapers in places that are less sanitary than you would prefer.
BabyCanGoToo.com offers quality diaper bags in a variety of sizes and styles. Our site includes the detailed information and pictures that you need to shop on-line. You will be sure to find a bag that meets your needs. We offer totes, backpacks and messenger bags as well as limited edition bags, diaper vests and jackets. If you are looking for a bag that both Mom and Dad could wear, consider our messenger bags and backpacks. Also consider the revolutionary
diaper vest and
cargo jacket made by DadGear that allow Dad to change, feed, and entertain your child with ease and without anyone being able to tell he is wearing a diaper bag.
Shipping on many of our bags is free.
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