Diaper Bag Essentials for Any and Every Day Out

Diaper Bag Essentials for Any and Every Day Out

A mother’s life is filled with joy, work, and a whole lot of diapers. It’s no secret that every now and then, people look at young babies and wonder just how much can a human excrete? But that’s where our own mothers would tell us that we were no different and it’s almost something to celebrate as a sign of health.

For new mums, it’s especially difficult to know how to prepare themselves for any and every situation. The confusion can set in at any time as mums wonder what they will need in any given scenario. Keeping in mind the fact that they can’t have everything they have at home and carry it everywhere they go, the need arises to have a specific diaper bag that comprises all the essentials.

So, let’s take a look at the things you’ll need once you get yourself a durable diaper bag.

Diaper Bag Essentials You Should Pack:

• Diapers

The first and most important thing you need is a reliable brand of diapers that you can buy at an affordable price because you’ll need dozens of them for a single day while your baby is little. In fact, the general rule of thumb is to pack one diaper for every hour that you’re going to stay out. If you have twins, you need to double the amount.

When we say a reliable brand of diapers, we mean a brand that works best for your baby. While there are some options that work for everyone, there are different features associated with each brand’s product that may or may not go with your baby. That is to say, babies can get a rash or feel uncomfortable if they don’t have the right diaper for them.

This also includes the sizing and the fitting mechanism. There are lots of brands to choose from for both disposable and reusable diapers.

• Baby Wipes

Baby wipes are important too of course as you need them to clean your baby’s bottom when you’re changing their nappies. Again, there are lots of different brands to choose from. Most are designed to be hydrating and gentle on your baby’s delicate skin.

• Diaper Sacks (preferably biodegradable)

Go green with hygiene. You can’t rely on the used diaper to contain everything. Besides, you’ll need something that can mask the smell for you until you can dispose of the nappy.

• Changing pad

A diaper changing pad that is portable is a diaper bag essential and will give your baby somewhere soft and clean to lay on while you change their diaper.

• Diaper rash cream

Diaper rash is a common problem as baby skin is very thin and sensitive compared to adult skin. It’s not dangerous but it can be upsetting for you and your baby. The best way to avoid it is to change your baby’s nappy frequently and apply a thin layer of diaper rash cream as needed to keep the area protected.

• Extra pair of clothes

An extra pair of clothes are almost always necessary, especially when you’re going for more than 8 hours. Younger babies might be sick or have a diaper leak or simply need a change of clothes if the weather conditions change. Older babies and toddlers are sure to get messy when snacking or eating. It’s also a good idea to have a spare t-shirt for yourself, just in case.

• Snack container or lunchbox with snacks

As soon as they start teething and are of an appropriate weaning age, babies can be fed small bits and pieces of baby biscuit, cereal, fruit etc. As long as the size isn’t too big or the item doesn’t require much chewing, you can be sure that babies can eat it whenever they want to. Baby snacks usually have a recommended age on them so look out for that. Remember to pack a snack and some water for yourself too.

• Lightweight blanket or comforter

This isn’t just for the cold. Sometimes, kids can need extra warmth or something to lay on or sit on in a public space. Having one can also give you something to wrap your baby in if you run out of spare clothes.

• Soothing teether

When babies sprout teeth, it can be agonizing for them sometimes to endure the pain. That’s why a soothing teether is a good item to have in your diaper bag. If your baby is teething, some teething gel and pain relief are great to have available in you diaper bag too.

• Hand cream

Don’t compromise on your own health and that includes your skin health as well. Babies are a lot of work and mothers need to remember to look after themselves too. When you have children, you wash your hands lots more times each day and a good hand cream is essential to keep your hands hydrated. Life with a baby is busy and a lot of the attention is naturally on the baby and it can be hard to fit things for you. Read more about how to make your life easier as a new mum here.

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