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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Great giveaway!!!
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Diapers and wipes would be my most essential to have in the diaper bag.
Besides diapers and wipes, I also carry along snacks, liquids, books and a couple toys
daipers, wipes, food, drink, toys, lipbalm
Other than the obvious, diapers and such, teething toys are a necessity right now. When will those teeth calm down?!!
Wipes, wipes, and more wipes!
My diaper bag must have a change of clothes…you never know!
Wipes and more wipes…
I think the most essential item are baby wipes!
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!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Basically everything you listed, plus hand sanitizer!
Lots and lots of binkies
extra set of clothes and empty plastic bags for dirty clothes/diapers
Diapers and wipes
Must haves in the diaper bag, the diapers, bum wipes and baby powder..:-)
Tissues is a must with older kids
wipe =) lots of them!
My diaper bag essentials are diaper, wipes, snacks and Vaseline!
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
Disney Baby has a great list but I’m defiantly a hand sanitizer kind of girl! It’s a must!
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
I would never leave home without wipes 🙂
I always have diapers and a change of clothes in my grandsons bag.
Great giveaway…thanks!
Wet Wipes and Vaseline is a must.
a change of clothing for both of us. lol
wipes! !!
Diapers, wet wipes and a change of cloths are a must have for the diaper bag.
diapers & wipes
wipes
Diapers, wipes, rash cream/vaseline, extra change of clothes, toys 🙂
Definitely wipes
Wipes, change of clothes, toys
wipes and diapers
Change of clothes, snacks, and sippy cup!
Wipes are a must have
diapers, baby wipes and toys
Diapers and wipes of course
Baby wipes and snacks like cheerios!
Wipes are a must!
Must have wipes
Diapers, wipes, a change pad, and a spare outfit are my diaper bag essentials.
Diapers, wipes and snacks
Wipes
I’m gunna be a new mommy so everything will be essential lol : ) I think this is a fantastic giveaway
I’ve always had 2, wipes & a snack.
Wipes, snacks and toys
What a great giveaway! I think my essential diaper bag item would be diapers and wipes! For sure!
Beside diaper and wipes…essentials item are snack and a soother.
Spare outfit!
Diapers, wipes and a change of clothes for accidents.
Diapers, wipes and a change of clothes are all important items.
a bottle ready to go! oh and wipes!
A small emergency bag, I always carry with me!