What's in our Diaper Bag?

I've been toting a diaper bag around for about a year now and I think I finally have got it down! The first time we went out and about with the babe, there were no extra clothes in our diaper bag. Unfortunately, the nurse doing her 48 hour check-up put her clothes at her feet when she took her diaper off to weigh her and well accidents happen. Giggles happened all around! Since then we've always keep an extra pair (or two!) of clothes in our diaper bag.

Today we are going to be out all day, enjoying the State Fair.

We do not actually use a standard diaper bag. It is still on my 'wish list,' but that's something I'm saving up for. When Cora was born, we had an extra backpack lying around, and spare money got used up quick on extra little things we didn't expect to need. So, we stuck with what we had, and my Eddie Bauer adventure bag turned into a diaper bag. Since our bag only extremely minimal pockets, pouches make this setup work for us. Let's take a look and see what exactly is in our diaper bag!

What's in our Diaper Bag?

1 | Diaper pouch // This pouch holds 3 or so diapers, a pack of travel wipes, a changing mat, and some travel Super Duper Diaper Doo. What makes this pouch extremely handy is if I'm just running one errand or making a super quick trip, I can just grab this pouch, my keys, wallet, the babe, and we are out the door. No lugging around a bag for a 10 minute trip that most likely will not result in any diaper changes, but you never know!

*Note: I've only ever used this 'pouch only' trick since Cora has been old enough to predict diaper changes. When she was little and you never knew what a poop was going to happen, everything came with us always!*

2 | Toy pouch // We have a few toys that are designated 'busy bag' toys. They are mostly quiet things that keep a little one busy for a while. We keep a teether, tape measure, car, ribbon, foam stacking shapes, links, pipe cleaners, straws, tupperware with holes for putting things into, etc. This comes in handy when we end up in the family room at church or when she is antsy in the car, or we are waiting in traffic.

3 | Clothing pouch // Spare change of clothes (or two!). We rotate these out with each season and size. They generally end up being mismatched outfits, but they're for emergency so who cares!

4 | Snack // No matter where we go we always keep a few snacks handy because sometimes our trips run longer than expected and no one enjoys being around a hangry baby. Easy finger foods make the best diaper bag snacks like cheerios.

5 | Mama's needs // I always keep a coupon tampons, pads, hand sanitizer, and a tube of chapstick handy.

6 | Muslin swaddle // At 13 months old we are way past the swaddling stage, but these work great for wiping up spills, as a changing area, blanket for car naps, and so much more. They are extremely versatile, lightweight, and compact when you roll them up so they're easy to add in to your bag.

7 | Outdoor pouch // This is much more of a summer need and this pouch holds sunscreen, sunglasses, and extra hat, and a lightweight sweatshirt. I like to toss everything in this pouch for our daycare provider to have all in one place, but also for ourselves in case something gets left at home for adventures.

Is there something you think is crucial that I missed? Tell me below! Or share what you think is a great idea!

Kayty