A First Time Mom’s Guide To Diaper Bag Packing

0

diaperbaby

I love how nowadays there are all these mommy groups online where we can vent, get advice, share stories, and ask each other questions.  I belong to several of them and someone was asking a question the other day that I thought would make a brilliant blog post.   A first time mom to be had just gotten a new diaper bag and she was wondering, “What in the world do I fill this thing with?”  I mean, most of them have a million pockets and compartments, they must be for something!

Of course it will depend on where you are going and how long you will be out, and items will vary depending on the age of the child.

Always ask yourself how many feedings and changes will they need?  Bring supplies for that plus 2 or 3 extra changes and at least one extra feeding, just in case.  Everything else is extra.  I have devised a list of items that at one time or another will probably be an essential for your diaper bag:

For changes: diapers, wipes, diaper cream, sandwich baggies for dirty diapers, and a changing pad or blanket.  (I always packed a couple receiving blankets to put on changing tables in public restrooms.  Those things gross me out.)

For feedings: bottles, formula/breast milk, baby food, spoon, bibs, burp cloths, snacks, and nursing supplies if you need.

Other essentials: Extra set of clothes (because the one time you don’t bring them, they will have a blowout), sanitizing wipes (for restaurant tables), hand sanitizer, crayons and color pages (not all restaurants will provide entertainment), pacifier x2 if they use one, small toys, tissues, lotion, meds, nail clippers.  You can also throw your wallet in and leave the purse at home.

Don’t worry.  You’ll figure out your list of essentials as you find yourself using certain things every trip out, or wishing you had brought while you are out.  Sometimes it’s nice to have a small diaper bag to take into places and the larger one to leave in the car.  Happy packing.

What other items do you find essential to pack in your diaper bag for your children? We would love to add to the list!

Previous articleGuide to Spring Break Activities in Colorado Springs
Next articlePeppa Pig Live! Giveaway
Melissa
Melissa is a stay at home mother to two beautiful children. Kyle (5) and Ashley (1) are the joy of her life. She is also a special needs mommy and feels like she could practically be half doctor at times. Melissa loves her flower garden and capturing moments of both her children and the beauty of nature with her camera. She also loves Jesus, thunderstorms, and chocolate. Melissa desires to encourage others through her writing and loves to share her journey of faith through motherhood by blogging at melissadames.com.