With the birth of my third son I like to think that I’ve perfected the contents of my diaper bag. Of course, that’s not exactly true. My first born was known to have “explosive poo” and I changed his clothes more than three times a day (I wish I was joking). This was never the case with my second, so I needed to pack less for him but I also needed to think about the needs of his big brother (snacks, toys and what not). For my current outings, I have to pack for my newborn and for my two older boys. No matter whether we’re 1 KM or 300 KM away from home, I feel that I must be prepared for anything…. boredom, hunger, thirst, change of diapers / clothes, and also make sure I have room for my own needs. While I can’t guarantee that I’ll always be 100% prepared for anything that comes my way when I’m out of the house, I always try my best. Here’s a great list put together by Disney Baby that pretty much covers the basics. What else would you add to this diaper bag essentials list?
Diaper Bag Essentials
1) Diapers, diapers and more diapers
This may seem like a no-brainer, but it’s important to keep plenty of diapers on hand. Bring one for every hour you’ll be out, plus one more – you don’t want to get caught without!
2) Don’t be without wipes
Keep some wipes in a plastic bag, or get a set in handy travel size. These are great for keeping baby clean post changing and are useful for wiping down sticky fingers and faces, dirty surfaces and changing pads as well.
3) Diaper Rash Cream
Pick up a small tube and keep it ready at hand. You never know when diaper rash could develop, and you don’t want your baby to be uncomfortable when you’re nowhere near home!
4) Pack a changing pad
Many diaper bags, including this Mickey Mouse one, come with changing pads inside. Changing pads make dealing with diapers a clean and comfortable experience, especially when there isn’t a changing table available.
5) Extra clothing
No matter how prepared you are, accidents can happen. When you’re on the move with a baby, any number of things could necessitate a wardrobe change. Disney Baby has plenty of adorable Layette sets, available at all major retail locations – check out these super cute body suits for inspiration! They will fit neatly in your bag, so your baby can stay stylish, even on the run.
6) Bring a selection of snacks
If your baby is bottle feeding, keep some milk ready at hand. These Mickey bottles are a great option. If your baby is older, take some snacks in a reusable container and fill a learner cup with water or juice. Most importantly: don’t forget to throw in a snack for yourself, so you and baby can have a treat together!
7) Carry creature comforts
Pack some pacifiers to help keep your baby calm. Blankets, like these Peek-a-Boo Pooh ones, are also great to have on hand. Use them as burp cloths, for mopping up messes or just to keep your little one cozy and warm.
8) Tons of toys
Keep baby occupied while you’re out and about with board books, rattles and other toys. Baby will have fun and you’ll be able to get your errands done.
Disney Baby has a great selection of diaper bags to choose from, featuring all of your favourite characters: Mickey and Minnie, Winnie the Pooh – even Tinkerbell.
Giveaway
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nicole says
Great giveaway!!!
Jamie Bertrand says
Thanks, shared this on my website!
Suzanne Giroux says
Diapers and wipes would be my most essential to have in the diaper bag.
kristen visser says
Besides diapers and wipes, I also carry along snacks, liquids, books and a couple toys
Anne Taylor says
daipers, wipes, food, drink, toys, lipbalm
piroska says
Other than the obvious, diapers and such, teething toys are a necessity right now. When will those teeth calm down?!!
Robyn Bellefleur says
Wipes, wipes, and more wipes!
Denise M says
My diaper bag must have a change of clothes…you never know!
kathy downey says
Wipes and more wipes…
May says
I think the most essential item are baby wipes!
Wayne Lecoy says
I am entering your giveaway.
It would be great to win this Disney Baby Prize Pack.
In response to your question of
What is your diaper bag essential item?
My diaper bag essential items are Diapers,Baby Wipes and Diaper Rash Cream.
Thank you for having this giveaway!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Courtney says
Basically everything you listed, plus hand sanitizer!
cheryl says
Lots and lots of binkies
charity k says
extra set of clothes and empty plastic bags for dirty clothes/diapers
SweetPanda says
Diapers and wipes
Claudette Lariviere says
Must haves in the diaper bag, the diapers, bum wipes and baby powder..:-)
tamar says
Tissues is a must with older kids
jessica eapen says
wipe =) lots of them!
Kati says
My diaper bag essentials are diaper, wipes, snacks and Vaseline!
Rock n Water Gypsy (@A_Murray769) says
EEEK! I’m not sure yet, but I love reading the answers and can’t wait to find out!! Baby Boo is due April 25th! =D
Jodi Mitrovic says
Disney Baby has a great list but I’m defiantly a hand sanitizer kind of girl! It’s a must!
Harjit says
My little one is 11mos old and all that you take in your baby bag sums up what I have in mine but I also have a small hand sanitizer too. Now with my second one due this Christmas, I am looking forward to a second baby bag! Thanks for the chance to win wonderful useful prizes, twitter fan@plumerea
michelle tremblett says
I would never leave home without wipes 🙂
409cope says
I always have diapers and a change of clothes in my grandsons bag.
Sharon says
Great giveaway…thanks!
SueSueper says
Wet Wipes and Vaseline is a must.
Mark V. says
a change of clothing for both of us. lol
summer plewes says
wipes! !!
loriag says
Diapers, wet wipes and a change of cloths are a must have for the diaper bag.
Athena says
diapers & wipes
Donna L. says
wipes
Sharlene says
Diapers, wipes, rash cream/vaseline, extra change of clothes, toys 🙂
Marla says
Definitely wipes
ivy pluchinsky says
Wipes, change of clothes, toys
Jenny says
wipes and diapers
Angela Mitchell says
Change of clothes, snacks, and sippy cup!
prairiebelle says
Wipes are a must have
Silvia D says
diapers, baby wipes and toys
Darlene W says
Diapers and wipes of course
Lori Bazan says
Baby wipes and snacks like cheerios!
Josh S says
Wipes are a must!
angela m says
Must have wipes
Jennifer P. says
Diapers, wipes, a change pad, and a spare outfit are my diaper bag essentials.
Tammy Dalley says
Diapers, wipes and snacks
Marlene says
Wipes
Cheylynne says
I’m gunna be a new mommy so everything will be essential lol : ) I think this is a fantastic giveaway
Darlene S. says
I’ve always had 2, wipes & a snack.
Florence C says
Wipes, snacks and toys
Carolynne says
What a great giveaway! I think my essential diaper bag item would be diapers and wipes! For sure!
Carole Dube says
Beside diaper and wipes…essentials item are snack and a soother.
Stephanie LaPlante says
Spare outfit!
Lori Jackson says
Diapers, wipes and a change of clothes for accidents.
Judy Cowan says
Diapers, wipes and a change of clothes are all important items.
Jacqueline Sampson says
a bottle ready to go! oh and wipes!
Bailey Dexter says
A small emergency bag, I always carry with me!