Small diaper bags

[Sopamanda]

...for mamas with back issues. I definitely need more than a clutch but most of the diaper bags I see are humongous! Needs to hold wallet, lipsticks, pens in addition to one baby stuffs.

I'm on bed rest; the option to 'go to the store to check them out' has long passed.

Recs?

amanda

[brittone2]

Do you want something you can wear backpack style because of your back issues (distributing the weight better?). I tended to carry stuff like a Haiku bag (To Go or something like that?), a Lexie Barnes Darling, a LE Little Tripper or whatever they were called. The Haiku could use a nice padded strap area to make it more comfortable but I liked the size.

I usually carried a small bag (even with more than one child, although I really didn't have two in diapers at any given time). I usually kept an extra stash of stuff in the car (extra dipes, clothes, etc) and only carried fairly bare necessities.

[Momit]

I had a small, simple Eddie Bauer one. It was nice because DH also felt comfortable carrying it.

Kind of like this: http://babiesrus.digby.com/babiesrus/product/detail.do?itemId=2401255&categoryId=&path=&productName=Eddie%20Bauer%20Mini%20Coordinator%20D iaper%20Bag%20-%20Black

[Sopamanda]

I think if I got a backpack type I'd end up carrying way too much crap and likely carry it on my shoulder anyway. Great idea, I think I'd likely stink at it.

Like the smaller one!

[Pear]

I like my lands End Little Tripper diaper bag. It is very light when empty. I add my wallet, sunglasses, diapers, snack, and generally a water. It is my go-to bag for short outings or anytime I am going to be chasing after DD while carrying my bag.

[hoodlims]

JuJuBe makes some small ones for people like you! They have a variety of bags in all sizes.

[mackmama]

Check out JJB's Be Tween. I think it sounds like a good fit for you. http://shop.ju-ju-be.com/Be-Tween-at-Ju-Ju-Be-PID10837-08MM02A.aspx

[Sopamanda]

mackmama, that's perfect. Now how am I going to find it for a bargain?!

;)

ARE the expensive diaper bags that much better/more efficient/sturdier or is this a name brand phase/cute print issue? Yes, I LOVE the prints. :)

[mackmama]

Honestly I think JJB is worth every penny. They are machine washable which is amazing and just have so many great features. They are so well-organized and thought out. I find them to be the best bags out there in terms of construction, fashion, and durability. You should check out the "pink room" which is where a lot of JJB bags are traded and sold. There are some great deals on there. http://www.ju-ju-be.com/pinkroom/

[Momto1]

There are a few BeTweens on JJB's Pink Room FSOT. I'm sure you could get a great deal on one through there!

And IMO, with JJBs, the price is worth it. They have great organization, hold up really well over time, and they are machine washable!!

[BayGirl2]

mackmama, that's perfect. Now how am I going to find it for a bargain?!

;)

ARE the expensive diaper bags that much better/more efficient/sturdier or is this a name brand phase/cute print issue? Yes, I LOVE the prints. :)

In my opinion, YES. This is something you will use as much or more than a purse. My first was from Pottery Barn Kids and although it was somewhat pricy, it still fell apart. We received a Carters one (free with purchase for the gift giver I bet) and I can tell by the stiff "fabric" and construction that it would fall apart in a couple weeks of regular use. The Skip Hops are well made and while I don't have a JuJuBe (yet) I can tell they are very well made and also washable. I allow myself one nice diaper bag a year, although realistically one good quality bag could last you through one child's diapering time.