Diaper Bag/Purse

I had several bags, but this one was by far my favorite. I bought a coordinating wallet and purse, so when I didn't want to carry my purse and the diaper bag, I could just toss my wallet into the diaper bag.
Mine was brown and blue and it looked nice, even after several months of heavy use. It was also washable.

http://www.amazon.com/Damask-Print-Diaper-Changing-Extra/...

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I agree with Denise. I used many different Vera bags during that stage (everything from the backpack to the tote that zips shut). I love my Veras, and they have plenty that have tons of pockets and hold lots of goodies!

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I used a backpack, very roomy for all I needed to carry. Actually, with my last baby, that is all I used, from birth.

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Do you like Vera Bradley bags? Roomy and lots of pockets.

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I just bought one the other day on Zulily's website by Amy Kathryn. They are really cute and look like a purse but can have the function of a diaper bag. Most of the bags were around $100 and over but on Zulily I got mine for $39.99! I thought that was a good deal. I can't wait to get it and try it out! I purchased a messenger type bag but there are other styles.

I have one from Timi and Leslie. Got it on Amazon. It's funky and huge. :)
Go out to Amazon and just search for diaper bags. There are a TON of options out there that are stylish that you'll never find in any of the standard baby stores or maternity shops.

I love her bags AND they are custom, which makes them exactly what you want and need. Here is her website. http://www.artfire.com/users/BrookeVanGory
She does fantastic work.
You can also find her on facebook.

Im looking for one too! Thanks Bthree, that one is really cute!! I'll probably get that one!

I have a Kathy Van Zeeland purse/bag thingy. I love it. Fits everything, but a few extras.

Have you heard of Thirty One Gifts? They have some great bags! A lot of the mommas in my areas use the Cindy Tote for a diaper bag. It's so universal! Check out my consultant's website: http://www.mythirtyone.com/Laurie31gifts

There is a new catalog coming out in February! I'm addicted to these bags!

Best wishes!

Absolutely - VERA BRADLEY.

I never carried a diaper bag AND a purse. I always wanted the bag I carried to serve both purposes, and the Vera's are WONDERFUL for that!

I have several different styles of Vera's, but my absolute favorite for the baby years is the *Vera.* It's kind of like a tote bag, but it has 6 tall slip in pockets on the inside, that fit bottles/sippee cups perfectly, pockets on the outside, etc. that allow you to stay very organized, and it's very roomy. You can easily pack a change of clothes, diapers, toys, etc. They are quilted fabric, so they are light to carry, which is a definite plus with all the stuff we tote around, and they come in many colors/fabrics.

If you don't want something quite that large, the Villager is almost the exact same bag, but a sized down version. It also has the 6 slip in pockets that fit bottles/sippee's, etc.

Vera Bradley also has an actual baby bag, that comes with a changing pad, etc., but I never liked it as much as the Vera. But that was just my personal preference.

The other thing I really loved about using VB's as a diaper bag/purse, is that they have all the matching accessories, so you could get a matching wallet, etc. and that really makes it more like a purse, instead of just a diaper bag. And they are machine washable and hold up wonderfully!

They aren't exactly *cheap* but they are worth every penny. And if you go to the online store, they always have pretty good sales on the older prints...

My son is almost 5, and I still carry the Villager so I can take a juice for him, his epipen, wet one's wipes, DS, etc... still carrying all kinds of junk with us! (Plus I'm just addicted to VB's! ;)

www.verabradley.com

I just bought a regular backpack, and I love it. I paid less than for a diaper bag, I can fit my own purse INSIDE it, and it has plenty of room for stuff for both my kids. Good luck!

I have been using a bag from Overland Equipment - the "Donner". It has water bottle (sippy cup!) holders on the sides and I can get a couple of diapers, a small thing of wipes and my basics (cell phone, wallet, etc.) in it. I have even added our big camera on occassion. I wish it were a little bigger but I can definitely get the essentials in it. Can be worn on the shoulder or cross-body. Still haven't found the perfect bag but this is pretty good. In just looking at their website, the newer bags look a little nicer than mine. Mine was ordered online from either ebags or tahoe mountain sports - it was a gift - cheaper there than from company website but colors may be limited. Also try looking at some sporting stores - camping, hiking, etc. for "day packs", possibly in luggage categories might help.

Good Luck!

Petunia Pickle Bottom!
I have the boxy backpack but these bags are gorgeous and are the best investment because they last forever! Lots of space and beautiful even with secreat mommy accessories!
They have a website or I believe Target is starting to carry a version
Good Luck!