https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 12 May 2026 17:58:58 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2012886 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 21:29:23 +0000 blackbird 2012886@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pickles: nope! We use insulated cups for milk or carry water in a non insulated cup. These bags have plenty of pockets without so many that you get mad opening twenty of them to find the one tube of Chapstick you stashed. They're nicely padded and comfy for long periods of time. I snagged mine at a Cabelas during a 20% off sale. I use that front zip pocket on the recon and also that front pouch and I clip my keys on with a carabiner. I think I travel kind of light compared to some moms, though. </p> <p>@Mrs. Twine: they're just soooo practical and I find a shoulder bag such a hassle with a toddler. It always pops off my shoulder and crap. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2012251 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 15:08:00 +0000 Mrs. Twine 2012251@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pickles: No problem whatsoever. :)</p> <p>I'm not sure about other brands, but I know that Osprey is sized, so you should be able to find something that works well for your body type. Our internet collection is still jerry-rigged tin-can-and-wires style (i.e. slower than molasses in January) so it may well take me most of the afternoon to upload it. But I promise to get one ready for you. And don't just look at Osprey-- check out some others, as well. And if you are fortunate enough to live somewhere really upscale and civilized maybe make it out to an REI or something and get to know some of them in person. ;) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2012215 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 14:49:46 +0000 Mrs. Pickles 2012215@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Twine: yes please that would be awesome!!! However, I'm pretty.. um curvy so sometimes backpacks and I don't get along </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2012116 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 14:08:54 +0000 Mrs. Twine 2012116@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pickles: No. I have owned many of the JJB bags, and find my backpack to be better suited to our needs. For a "bottle pocket" I would use an insulated bag. I have yet to meet a bottle pocket that works better than a separate insulated bag, anyway. For mommy pockets, I vastly prefer the waist belt pockets on my Osprey. I put my camera in one so it is easy to reach; and keys, change, lipgloss, and my cell phone in the other. My wallet goes on top in a zippered pocket so it's easy to reach, and if I want my credit card or a bit of cash handy at an even easier grab I just stick it in with my keys. I'd be happy to show you how we do things-- I really have appreciated YouTube packing videos and the like when trying to choose a bag. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2012004 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 13:23:14 +0000 Mrs. Pickles 2012004@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@blackbird: @Mrs. Twine: Do you find yourself missing the things like insulated bottle pockets and "mommy pockets"? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2011918 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 12:48:33 +0000 Mrs. Twine 2011918@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@blackbird: I am with you on the tactical/hiking packs. We switched to an Osprey and I have no idea why I didn't do it sooner. I love how comfy it is to carry a butt-load of stuff even for long periods, and it allows us to continue to save money by packing a lunch for day trips. We even managed to bypass needing to rent a locker for our winter gear at the museum. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2011860 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 12:19:02 +0000 blackbird 2011860@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Not the sexiest thing (but i can't wear cross body bags), but I use a north face recon backpack now. tactical bags are the way to go! </p> [attach=618/15/nhrmrq.600x600.h-face-recon-backpack-womens-ether-grey-peach-cobbler-orange.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2011837 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 12:11:31 +0000 Mrs. Pickles 2011837@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>thanks ladies I have a while to go, but time to save up ;) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2010735 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 18:27:19 +0000 winniebee 2010735@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Just started using the Ju Ju be right backpack for my 2.5 yo and newborn. So far I love it. The only thing is I also bought some of the smaller Ju Ju be pouches to help organize it better. YouTube it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2010729 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 18:23:23 +0000 sorrycharlie 2010729@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I haven't used it yet (still at my aunt's) but I got the Skip Hop Duo Double one..or whatever it's called. It's made for double strollers? I used a large one with just DD when she was little (a large Vera Bradley tote) that zipped shut. I didn't usually have it FULL but I liked that if I wanted to jam an extra blanket in, I had plenty of room to do so. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2010714 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 18:13:44 +0000 mrskc 2010714@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Love my ju ju be BFF! It's been just the right size for 2 kids and its a backpack so very handy when you need both hands. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2010684 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 17:57:02 +0000 LuLu Mom 2010684@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I just sold my JJ Cole Satchel diaper bag, it was too big for me (even with a 2 year old) but I know lots of people like it for multiple kids. My DD carries her backpack with her everywhere, so I just needed something for the baby. Other than being too big for my liking, it was a great diaper bag, I liked everything else about it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diaper-bags-for-2#post-2010681 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 17:53:02 +0000 Mrs. Pickles 2010681@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Mamas of two.. let me hear about your favorite diaper bags!</p> <p>I've used two that I've liked but not loved, and I'm deciding if I need a new one when the baby comes. I will have a 3 year old and a newborn.</p> <p>Thanks! </p>