How to Pack a Diaper Bag: Checklist and Packing Tips

Packing a diaper bag is easier when every item has a place. Keep changing supplies together, feeding items in their own section and a spare outfit where you can reach it quickly. Adjust the quantities to your baby's routine and the length of your outing.

The aim is not to carry everything you own. It is to find the essentials without emptying the whole bag.

Diaper bag packing checklist

Changing supplies
- Diapers for the outing, plus extras for unexpected delays
- Wipes and a changing mat
- A spare outfit
- A bag for separating wet or soiled clothing

Feeding and comfort
- The supplies needed for your baby's usual feeding routine
- A bib or burp cloth
- An age-appropriate comfort item, if you use one

Parent essentials
- Keys, phone and wallet
- Any personal items you need during the outing

Pack by task. Put the changing kit in one pouch and keep frequently used items accessible. Before the next trip, replace used supplies and check that the spare clothes still fit. Follow the relevant safe-storage instructions for any milk or food you carry.

Here is a guide for KeaParents to follow to make packing a sleek, organized diaper simple and easy!

Step 1: The Front Pocket 

The KeaBabies diaper bag backpack comes with an insulated, zipper-closure front pocket that is ideal for storing baby bottles and feeding accessories. The insulating layer ensures that your bottles stay nice and warm, no matter what the weather is like where you live! There are 3 insulated compartments within the front pocket, making it easy to pack for any occasion, from short trips to the store to long car rides or vacations. There is also a mesh pocket along the inner lining of the front pocket – perfect for storing small feeding items such as bibs or washcloths. 

Step 2: The Inner Pockets

The KeaBabies diaper backpack comes with 5 inner pockets, one with zipper closure, inside the main part of the bag. These can be used for diapers, a changing mat (one is included with the Keababies diaper backpack), baby soap or lotion, toys, snack containers, small blankets, clothes, or your wallet. Because of its large size, keeping this main part of the backpack organized is a breeze! There is plenty of room to store changes of clothes, pump parts, swaddle blankets, and other large items.

Step 3: The Side Pockets

The Keababies diaper backpack has 2 side pockets that expand quite a bit, even enough to store a large container of baby wipes! Other ideas for these pockets include a water bottle, a cell phone, or a container of snacks.

Step 4: The Back Zipper

The Keababies diaper backpack is unique in that it has a zipper along the backside of the bag, making it more convenient to access the items on the bottom of the inside of the bag. Gone are the days of taking out items one by one to find something at the bottom of your bag! Fold and stack blankets, clothes, or burp cloths to ensure easy access through the back zipper. 

List of Essentials to Pack in a Diaper Bag Backpack:

1. Diapers (of course!): On average, plan for one diaper per hour you’ll be out, and if you’re like me, you’ll pack 2 extra just in case. 

2. Wipes: You will need a lot – wipes aren’t just for diaper changes. They can be used for wiping baby’s hands after a meal, wiping down a restroom changing table, or cleaning spills from a bottle.

3. Travel-size diaper cream and baby soap.

4. A changing pad: These are washable, easy to fold, and perfect for changing baby in less-than-ideal places such as the car. The Keababies diaper backpack comes with a changing pad.

5. Pacifiers.

6. Burps cloths or washcloths.

7. A light blanket.

8. A hat: Depending on what season, always have a hat on hand – a sun hat for the summer or a warm beanie for the winter. Babies are very sensitive to temperature and light.

9. A change of clothes: Babies are just tiny mess-making machines! Always be prepared with an extra outfit (or two) – you never know what baby is going to do or get into. Don’t forget socks!

10. Baby food: Whether it’s bottled, jarred purees, food pouches, or little snacks, make sure to always have a meal on hand if baby gets hungry while out and about.

11. Hand sanitizer.

12. A few small baby toys: Teething toys or rattles are the perfect sizes for a diaper bag.

13. An extra shirt for Mom: Trust me on this one – you never know what is going to happen. Spit up, poop, vomit…you don’t want the baby to be the only one with a clean change of clothes!

14. Mom’s essentials: small purse or wallet, cell phone, camera, lip balm, tissues, etc.

15. Miscellaneous/optional items: nail clippers, pain relief medications, bandages, thermometer, sunblock, plastic bags, bulb syringe, gas drops, or baby lotion.

Following these tips can make packing a diaper bag quick and easy, so KeaParents can enjoy their time on the go!

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