What is a diaper bag?

THE diaper bag is a bag that will follow you and your baby everywhere. From birth until approximately 3 years old.

This maternity bag will become your best daily ally for many years. The diaper bag will contain all of your child's essentials, it's up to you to fill it according to their age, the season and their needs.

At the end of this article, you will find a list of accessories to put in your baby diaper bag.

Why have a diaper bag?

The diaper bag is clearly a must-have when you have a baby. You will always need to have a whole bunch of accessories and products with you to meet your baby's needs. When you decide to go out with a young child, you have to think about everything and even anticipate certain needs. You never know if it's colder than expected, if he starts to have toothache, if he loses his pacifier... The changing bag will allow you to always have with you all these small objects that can sometimes save your life. This is why you need to choose your changing bag carefully.

How to choose your diaper bag?

Choosing your changing bag is not easy, but definitely essential. You are only a few weeks away from your due date and you don't know which diaper bag to choose for the arrival of your baby. We are here to help you make your choice!

Several criteria must be taken into account when making your choice:

Storage:

Milinane changing bags are designed to make life easier for young parents. From her experience as a mother, Marine, our designer, knows how essential small storage pockets are. The Joseph bag has 3 interior pockets, one of which has a zipper to create a storage divider. The Marceau bag also has 3 interior pockets as well as 4 exterior pockets. It allows easier access to certain accessories and is very practical, especially when traveling by car.

For better organization, also opt for a toiletry bag. It will allow you to store accessories such as liniment or even a pacifier in order to keep it clean.

The size :

We often ask ourselves: what size diaper bag to choose?

The size of the diaper bag will depend on your needs. At Milinane, we offer you two different bag sizes: a medium-sized bag, sufficient for all your daily trips with baby and a weekend bag ideal for big outings and vacations with baby.

At the level of the handles, depending on how you wear it, choose adjustable handles . This will allow you to carry it in different ways: on the shoulder, across the body or even on the stroller.

The price :

Our changing bags are priced at €89 for the Joseph bowling bag. One which is justified by the quality: European manufacturing, a light and natural material, resistance for an impeccable lifespan and ease of maintenance at 30°C in the machine.

The material:

Prefer a changing bag made of soft, lightweight material. More convenient to carry and maintain on a daily basis. Milinane makes her changing bags made from cotton canvas , a natural fiber-based material that is strong and durable. The cotton canvas has this rigid side which gives it a pretty shape. Indeed, this material has the advantage of not deforming over time.

The colors:

At Milinane, we particularly like original patterns. Our patterns are all different from each other with multiple colors. We favor trendy shades which easily adapt to a modern interior and which match harmoniously with the outfits of young parents while offering childish designs.

Discover all our cotton diaper bag designs

When to buy your diaper bag?

You will have to prepare in advance for his arrival at your home: setting up his room, installing his car seat in the car, purchasing his clothes, preparing your maternity suitcase... The changing bag is certainly essential, but you can buy it a few weeks, or even a few days before your due date, since you will not need it immediately upon birth. In fact, you will only need to use your changing bag from the first time you leave the house.

But as is often said, the earlier you start, the better. This avoids last minute stress.

What to put in a diaper bag?

Nothing is more important than the health of your child. So to preserve it, take everything you need with you, in your diaper bag.

For hygiene

• Layers
• Liniment
• Cotton pads or wipes
• A portable changing mat
• A complete change of outfit

For his meal

• A measuring box of powdered milk
• A small bottle of water
• A bottle
• A packet of tissues
• A sponge bib
• A diaper that can be used as a blanket, a bib, or for your privacy when breastfeeding
• A small snack or meal

For his health

• His health record
• Sterile compresses
• Sun glasses
• A hat or bonnet
• Sunscreen
• A mister
• Physiological serum

For comfort

• A security blanket
• Pacifier
• Games
• Books
• A little blanket

To be adapted according to the season of course.