https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 03 May 2026 04:09:33 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-2205597 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 15:11:20 +0000 Weagle 2205597@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ginabean3: Occasionally. I definitely wish I had more built in organization. But it's not so bad that I want to switch to another bag. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-2205512 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 14:31:41 +0000 Ginabean3 2205512@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@anbanan15: oh then ikabag will be perfect for you! It really is a beautiful bag...and I feel like her prices have gone down a tad since when I purchased mine? Maybe she is doing more volume now! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-2205507 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 14:30:44 +0000 Ginabean3 2205507@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Weagle: oh yes! I was considering a Boken too! They look so cool! Did you ever have issues with stuff getting "lost" in it though? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-2205467 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 14:13:59 +0000 anbanan15 2205467@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ginabean3: Thanks! I'm expecting no. 3 and currently use a Danzo Weekender. I hardly take anything around right now (18 mo and 4 yrs), so the Danzo has been getting big. I have a Danzo Soho I will be switching to once baby arrives (it was a replacement for an issue with my weekender, but they let me keep both bags and I have still been using my weekender), which is still a huge bag, so I feel like a need an option of something smaller, but also do not want it to scream diaper bag! I do babywear though, but I don't think j would be a fan of the backpack style for myself :wink: Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-2205456 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 14:07:49 +0000 Weagle 2205456@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ginabean3: No worries! :) I ended up with a Boken and love it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-2205436 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 13:58:19 +0000 Ginabean3 2205436@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Weagle: ah! I don't think I ever responded to this, I'm sorry! I think it would work with two kids especially if you are a minimalist. The only thing is if you have a newborn and plan on wearing the baby I think it might be too unwieldy. I'm planning on switching to a backpack diaper bag once #2 is born! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-2205432 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 13:56:51 +0000 Ginabean3 2205432@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@anbanan15: it's still in perfect condition!!!!!! However I'm pregnant with #2 now and thinking about getting a backpack diaper bag...LO #1 is so active and I plan on wearing #2 (due next month) and I think a backpack style is more conducive to that!!! </p> <p>But my ikabag still looks good! A little dirty on the side but the seams and leather and structure of the whole thing is still perfect! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-2205416 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 13:51:16 +0000 anbanan15 2205416@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ginabean3: how is your bag hlosing up? I am thinking about getting a smaller bag and have been eying this one. I would love to hear how it is a year later. I'm looking at the same options as yours, but cannot decide if I would want the double handles or the cross body style. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1749222 Thu, 10 Jul 2014 08:52:33 +0000 Weagle 1749222@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm loving these! I have two questions. How heavy is it, and do you think it would work for two kids? If it makes a difference, one would be an almost potty trained toddler and the other a newborn, so the toddler doesn't really need anything. And I'm a minimalist about carrying things in the diaper bag. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1749016 Thu, 10 Jul 2014 06:49:19 +0000 Mamaof2 1749016@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Man - I love that bag and I don't even need a diaper bag - I think I am just in awe of all those pockets!!!! :happy: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1748963 Thu, 10 Jul 2014 00:32:44 +0000 hellocupcake 1748963@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ginabean3: I love the Parks and Rec reference! I almost want to convince myself based on that!! But I splurged on a Danzo that I LOVE and can't imagine replacing, so I guess that will do :) Yay on the awesome bag though! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1748935 Wed, 09 Jul 2014 23:20:43 +0000 pinkcupcake 1748935@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>That's a gorgeous bag! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1748902 Wed, 09 Jul 2014 22:27:51 +0000 sunny 1748902@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Great review! It's a gorgeous bag! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1748900 Wed, 09 Jul 2014 22:25:19 +0000 Ginabean3 1748900@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@runnerd: ha! No one NEEDS one........ :wink: treat yo self! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1748846 Wed, 09 Jul 2014 21:34:46 +0000 mlm2934 1748846@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ginabean3: just seeing your review, so pretty - now I want one!! So boooo since I certainly don't need to buy one :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1696273 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 17:41:30 +0000 tysonja 1696273@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>oh man I'm in trouble! lovvvveee it!! :D </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1696235 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 17:17:48 +0000 SugarplumsMom 1696235@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Excellent review! Thanks for posting. I've been eyeing that bag for months! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1696150 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:21:51 +0000 birdofafeather 1696150@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>thanks for the thorough review and the pics! it's a beautiful bag! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1696123 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:07:47 +0000 Smurfette 1696123@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>A friend has one and loves it </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1696119 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:03:55 +0000 Running Elley 1696119@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>This is a gorgeous bag!!!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1696114 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:01:42 +0000 googly-eyes 1696114@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ginabean3: I really like it! Nice! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1696099 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 15:56:00 +0000 aegie 1696099@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I also have the Ika bag and I love mine. I'm not sure how well it will do with 2 kids, but until baby #2 pops out, it's the perfect size for me and my toddler. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1696035 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 15:27:05 +0000 Ginabean3 1696035@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pen: yup I definitely think she raised her prices! I know the shipping...ugh......that's the reason why I was waffling back and forth about it for so long! </p> <p>You should totally treat yourself to one in the future though. You deserve it! It would make a great travel bag too! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1695992 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 15:10:26 +0000 Mrs. Pen 1695992@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ginabean3: beautiful!! I had an IKA bag on my baby registry but didn't get it... I nearly bought it since I didn't have a diaper bag but couldn't stomach the price after shipping. This was 2+ years ago - so I wonder if she raised her prices cause the bag was $89 back then and shipping was about $40 I think??<br /> Gorgeous bag and totally makes me want one (not as a diaper bag - just for me!!) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1695991 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 15:10:22 +0000 snowjewelz 1695991@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It's super cute and seems pretty functional too! Def favorite-ing this seller! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1695970 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 14:57:14 +0000 Ginabean3 1695970@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Arden: you're welcome! Hopefully it helps someone who wants to try it! :happy: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1695958 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 14:48:21 +0000 Arden 1695958@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thank you for the detailed review! It looks awesome! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1695941 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 14:40:05 +0000 Ginabean3 1695941@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hi ladies! Finally I'm getting around to reviewing this bag!</p> <p>I ordered the 10 pocket crossbody bag and customized it by adding an 11th zippered pocket. The total (including shipping) ended up being $207. The shipping is what really made it expensive IMO, but I get it, it's coming all the way from France! So from the time I ordered it, it took roughly 4 weeks before I got a "it's shipped!" notification. But once it shipped, it was actually very fast. I got it in 4 days (I'm in CA). This made me glad I didn't upgrade to express shipping!</p> <p>Now the bag itself, I really like it! The workmanship is truly exceptional (like I'm the anal kind of person who will scrutinize the seams and make sure they are straight, etc). The bag is exactly how it's represented in her etsy listing! </p> <p>The material is very durable and the leather accents are gorgeous. Very high quality. I love how the bag can stand up on its own with nothing inside! The key fob attachment is a beautiful touch, I keep my keys and my hand sanitizer clipped on it. </p> <p>The closure of the bag is just a snap, but honestly I haven't found any issues with this. If the bag tips over and it's snapped closed, nothing falls out. Even if the bag is open, the way the opening is angled really keeps everything in! </p> <p>At first I was worried that the crossbody strap would be uncomfortable if I had tons of stuff in the bag, but I have not found it to be so! I have the strap adjusted to the shortest setting (I'm petite, 5"3) and it's perfect to wear crossbody! I do wish that there was a little loop to hold the excess strap to the main strap. I've solved the problem by using a rubberband. When I am using the stroller, the strap does go over the handles and then it's hands free!</p> <p>I've attached some pictures of the bag and all the stuff I carry in it! I have a 15-almost-16-month-old and I carry:</p> <p>A changing pad<br /> 3-4 diapers<br /> Wipes<br /> Sunglasses (for the both of us)<br /> Snacks<br /> Straw cup<br /> My wallet/wristlets<br /> A notebook/pen<br /> LO's dolly and a small book<br /> Lip balm, mints, keys, hand sanitizer</p> <p>The interior pockets are very useful and help keep the interior nice and tidy. The diapers will fit into one of the pockets. I keep the changing pad, wipes, and my wallet in the zippered pocket because it's the right shape/big. Seems to work out well that way!</p> <p>I am pleased with my purchase, I've gotten lots of compliments on it. I like how it doesn't look like a diaper bag. 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There is a blog that reviewed the bag I got (she got the same one but in a different leather color) and I asked her if the strap was comfortable and she said it didn't bother her at all! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/anyone-tried-ikabags#post-1524581 Wed, 26 Mar 2014 22:12:20 +0000 birdofafeather 1524581@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>i made a whole thread on them and when i went to go pull the trigger, the price had more than doubled. :( report back! </p>