A diaper bag becomes like an appendage once you have a baby. You can’t leave home without it! So, it’s important to have the necessities in your bag so you’re well prepared for baby’s needs when you’re out and about. Here are some items Itsabelly recommends to new parents when packing up their diaper bags. • Choosing a diaper bag that has a detachable changing pad can work wonders. A portable changing pad will go to good use when your little one has an accident and you have to change her in the middle of the store or back of your car. • A little pouch with keys, hand lotion, lip gloss, small mirror/powder compact, cell phone, Advil, mints and a few $$ for Starbucks will be all a new mom needs for personal toiletries. Keeping her bag light! For dad bring your wallet and keys. • At least 2 diapers depending on how long you’ll be away from home • Pacifier (aka binky) - for soothing baby • 2 bottles with breast milk or formula ready to goDisposable Waterproof Mats - These are paper thin and you can plop a couple in your bag for easy diaper changing when you need something waterproof to place baby on. • Bring a few Ziplock Bags for dirty diapers or wet baby clothes • Wet Wipes Container – carry a good handful of wet wipes around • Extra baby clothes • Baby Finger Foods - I keep snacks in a little ziplock baggie. For 6 + month older babies snacks are a must. • Diaper Ointment – Like Mama Roses Naturals Magic Diaper Balm or Earth Mama Angel Baby’s – Angel Baby Bottom Balm • Travel Thermometer • Baby Toys •Small Bottle of Hand Sanitizer
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Melissa Moog, Founder of Itsabelly Baby Concierge, It’s a Belly a premier international baby planning and consulting company which helps pregnant and parenting families navigate the world of all things maternity and newborn with an eco twist. Phone : 503-799-5719 Email: melissa@itsa-belly.com