They can be worn crossbody or over one shoulder.

Totes feature two long straps so you can carry the bag over your shoulder.

They can even be worn on your back while you’re wearing your baby in a carrier on your front.

Backpacks let you have your hands free.

(You can even slip a diaper changing clutch-a compact changing pad that can hold a few diapers and other bare essentials-into your usual bag.) But lots of parents choose to register for a diaper bag since they’re specially designed for organizing baby + kid gear and often feature extra compartments, insulated pockets for bottles and other helpful perks. If you want to skip the diaper bag, you definitely can use a regular backpack or even a tote to cart around whatever you need. Having key essentials at the ready means you can deal with any scenario without having to pack up and head home. It’s practically guaranteed that your baby who always poops in the morning will have an afternoon blowout if you’re anywhere inconvenient (think: on a plane, hiking, shopping, at that nice-ish restaurant). Just when you think your child is full, minutes later they’ll want a snack. A diaper bag is a must-have for toting diapers and wipes, of course, but also bottles, snacks, toys, books, blankets and alllll of the other things you’ll need to take your family show on the road. Gone are the days of leaving your house with just your keys and your phone.

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