How long did you use your diaper bag?

keeshondowner

So far, I've just been using a large tote I already owned as DD's (she's 5 months) diaper bag.  It works, but now I'm starting to kind of want a real diaper bag. 

Other than 2 outside pockets, there isn't anyway to compartmentalize anything.  So when I need something, I usually end up digging around forever to find it, which, of course, is almost always when DD is screaming.  And the more I take stuff out and put back in, the more disorganized the bag gets.

It seems like most diaper bags are SO overpriced, which is why I couldn't justify buying one when I already had a bag that would work.  Now I'm worried that if I cave and buy one, that I won't end up needing it for much longer. 

How long did you use yours?

Torani

Still have one for DS1, who is two. Even after he is potty trained, we will still use it for a change of clothes, snacks and water bottle.

skio

At least until kiddo is out of diapers, so 2-2.5. Then, like pp said, I'm sure I'll still have a need for something to carry around toys/snacks/change of clothes/cups etc.

Splurge.

mbgreenwalt

I was still using mine with DD1 when I had DD2.  I'll be using a diaper bag for the next 2 or so years.  I like the Skip Hop bags.  They have pockets all over and they aren't ugly.

Julia_JJ

I've got three different bags, and I prefer the backpack one with just two big pockets to a "diaper" bag with lots of pockets. The pockets never seem to be the right size, or in the right place. We have a Skip Hop pronto with diapers and wipes in it that moves from bag to bag (or gets tucked in the stroller), and then I use gallon or two-gallon Ziploc bags to keep other things together - bottles and the formula container, my personal stuff, a change of clothes for the baby, etc. But I'm cheap that way.

gimmietimmies

I'm with you Op, I thought they were pricey too. But, I caved and got a Ju Ju Be, with no regrets. There is a difference, with most. I carried something around until around age 3. The bonuse to the bag I have is that it is a backpack style, and can easily be used for preschool and kindergarten.

CrazyToast

We started with the original diaper dude in black and used it probably close to the entire 1st year of DD's life.  Now we only use it if we're on a trip.  Otherwise, we're down to a tiny backpack (JJB Mini Be - which they no longer make).  We honestly rarely take the diaper bag with us, and when we do, now we have the tiny one where we can easily put it beneath the stroller. 

dragon_chica

After going through a few different diaper bags I finally found the one that worked for me.  I have the Timi & Leslie Hannah bag.  I absolutely love it.  It has tons of compartments on the inside and doesn't look like a diaper bag on the outside.  Therefore, once the kids are grown I can still use it as a regular bag.  Plus, I've heard that if anything happens to the bag T&L will replace it.

MainelyFoolish

I carried a diaper bag regularly until DD was a bit past 3 (when she finally potty trained). Now I keep the bag in my car packed with an emergency change of clothes and portable potty.

Irishsapphire

We are still using it with our son who is 23 months.  We are about to have a baby girl, so we will have to double pack for both kids.  And then hopefully, we can transition our son to potty training to lighten the load in the diaper bag. 

RachandJer

DD is 3 and I still carry a diaper bag (even though it no longer houses diapers).  I could probably get away with just keeping a change of clothes in the car, but I feel some reassurance knowing that everything I might need "just in case" is with me at all times.

lulu8109

DS is 16 months and we're still using a diaper bag.  Now that he's older, we don't need as much stuff, but I always like to be prepared. 

There are a tons of diaper bags in every price range, so you don't necessarily need to buy something expensive.  I'm actually on my 3rd bag now and it's a $40 Skip Hop that I picked up at Target.  It has tons of compartments without being too big.  I also have a PPB boxy backpack and the Timi+Leslie Dawn.