How To Buy A Diaper Bag

Begin by choosing a type of diaper bag.

Traditional Bag: The traditional diaper bags are available in a variety of sizes; smaller for quick trips to the store holding a bottle and a few diapers too, much larger holding changes of clothes, bottles and food holders and accessories to keep everything organized. The traditional diaper bag is normally rectangular in size and has long straps meant to be carried over the shoulder.

Tote: A diaper tote is smaller diaper bag that sometimes features less pockets and accessories than traditional diaper bags. A diaper tote commonly features two handles and is most similar looking to a woman's pocket book.

Backpack: The diaper backpack is the most common form of diaper bag preferred by new fathers. The diaper backpack most resembles the backpacks worn by children going to school or hikes on the trail.

Sling: The sling diaper bag features a single strap that is meant to be worn over the shoulder. The sling diaper bag has many of the same features as the backpack but with only one strap.

Messenger: The messenger diaper bag is newest form of diaper bag on the market today. The messenger diaper bag is meant to be worn over the shoulder and across the body with the weight of the bag distributed along the length of the back and not on the shoulders.

The basic features you will need:

Material: Choosing your diaper bag material is important because it will determine the longevity of the bag.

Changing Pad: Most diaper bags include a changing pad. It is very important to make sure that the changing pad can be cleaned easily by changing the cover or wiped clean.

Pockets: A variety of pockets are essential to holding, food, diapers, wipes and ointments and creams.

Bottle Holders: Bottle holders are a necessity in any diaper bag for keeping baby bottle from leaking and otherwise getting thrown around in the diaper bag.

Straps: It is important to look for padded straps when choosing a diaper bag stocked full of your baby's essentials.

How much will I spend?

Diaper bags range in price from $20 to even over $200, depending on the fabrics, materials and accessories included.

Having these basics on hand, will help you choose the perfect diaper bag to fit your busy lifestyle. Shopping for your new diaper bag could not easier - you no longer have to hunt around at your nearest baby store to get the best variety of diaper bags. Shopping online for diaper bags is the easiest and best way to get the largest variety and the most information about diaper bags on the market today. Whichever diaper bag you choose, be sure to keep it well stocked - and you and your baby will be happy during any outdoor adventure.

Angie S. is a baby products specialist with 9 years of experience in the baby products industry and mother of 3. She is the official baby products advisor for BabyDirect.com a leading e-commerce retailer of baby products online.