It’s taken me almost nine months, but I think I have finally perfected my diaper bag essentials. I’ve also gone through several diaper bags, before finding the one that works best for my lifestyle. I always found it helpful to see what other mamas carry with them, and hope this post is helpful to you!

The bag itself:

Is it any surprise that it’s leopard print? I found this Coach bag at TJ Maxx for under $100. While not exactly the cheapest one out there, I do think that you get what you pay for in terms of quality. And for a diaper bag, you want something that is going to hold up the couple of years you will use it! This one will wipe up and clean easily, a huge must-have for me! I’ve had bottles leak and it’s so nice to just be able to wipe it up!

Here’s what’s inside my bag!

Baby essentials:

 Clockwise from top: Pampers wipes; antibacterial hand wipes; disposable placemats; boogie wipes; toys; Target brand diapers; a snap bib;  socks and a headband

Mama essentials:

Clockwise from top: Erin Condren planner; essential oil quick help book; iPhone; case for work essentials (keys, calculator, ect); Kate Spade wallet (no longer available, but similar here); Sharpie pen; blogging notebook & course material for the blogging workshop I am taking right now.

This bag is also big enough that I can fit my work laptop and binder in it too – making it extremely versatile on days when I’m at clients, or I bring work home.

So there you have it — a peek into my everyday essentials and how I tote them all around! I’d love to hear what you carry and put in your diaper bag!