I thought it was about time I set up some individual pages that looked at individual types of diaper bags.

Diaper Backpacks are always popular because they’re easy to carry and put no strain on your back. They’re a wise choice in many ways. Perhaps the most important is a point I’ve already mentioned – they don’t put much strain on your back. That’s important because when you have a child you will invariably start to put more strain on your back when you lift up your child.

To make matters worse, it is very likely that you will not always have the optimum posture for gathering up your child – it simply isn’t possible. So, after a few months of this activity your back could well be causing you a lot of trouble. Particularly if you’re a mature mom.

For this reason alone it’s worth thinking about diaper backpacks. However, there are other benefits too – they keep your hands free!

Any mom will know just how difficult life gets when you’re having to carry all kinds of things around with you, whilst at the same time trying to manage your new born.

So, two clear benefits of using a backpack are the lack of strain on your back and leaving your hands free to manage your baby.

The only downside is that a backpack doesn’t look that awesome. Yes, there are very attractive bags out there but they never ever look elegant, and there will be times when a backpack is simply inappropriate.

It might be a good idea to have a backpack as the workhorse and have another bag for more important occasions.

I’d be interested to know what you all think? Drop me a line to janice (at) newmomdiaperbags (dotcom)

In the meantime I’ve found a few for you to look at and maybe consider.

Broadway by Amy Mitchell

The full specifications are below:

• 2 Internal & 2 external water bottle pockets
• Luggage attachments included
• Slip pocket on back for quick grab travel documents
• Top zipper closure
• Zip closure outside front pocket with cell phone pocket
• Adjustable shoulder strap (can convert to quick backpack)
• 5 pockets for maximum organization
• Easy to find key ring
• Bright lining inside
Size
12.5″L x 4″W x 15″H
Weight
1 lbs 10oz
Warranty
One year against manufacturer defects

The Hobo Butterfly by Oi Oi

If you’re looking for style and practicality..

- printed poly canvas with water resistant finish
- luxury Nappa leather look handle details and metal rings
- smart and comfy cotton carrying handles wrapped with soft PU shoulder cushions
- optional, adjustable shoulder strap
- outer pocket for wallet/phone
- water resistant nylon lining and accessories
- internal pocket dividers for easy organising
- stroller straps
- padded change mat
- insulated bottle holder
- zip-top wet/mess bag
- OiOi plastic wipes case

Lexington Baby Tote by Reese Li in Green Tea Bloom Color

Care for some green tea with Reese Li?

Measures 14” width x 11.5” tall x 5.5” depth
Converts from shoulder tote to stroller bag
12 organizing pockets include:
2 outside side pockets
1 outside back pocket
6 inside bottle pockets
1 inside large zippered pocket
1 cellphone pocket
1 pen pocket

The Baby Bag by Imatzu in Orange

Sorry, but no details on this just yet.

The Gondola by Go GaGa in Sea Blue

Italian inspired diaper bag by Go GaGa has just about everything…

Patent pending strap distributes weight evenly
Able to carry most breastpumps
Unisex (comes with strap that cinches for more masculine look)
Insulated bottle pockets
3 Interior pockets including zippered mesh
Large enough for 14” Laptop
Made from 72% post consumer recycled fabric by a Fair Trade certified manufacturer in Vietnam
Dimensions: L 21” x W 4” x H 13”
Includes Matching changing pad and shoulder pad with cell/iPod pocket

Storksak Dori in Black Patent Fabric

Black patent tech fabric.
Adjustable grosgrain strap
Outside, two large pockets.
Inside, dual side zip thermo-insulated bottle pockets keep fluids warm or cold for up to four hours depending on room temperature; storage and cell phone pockets, and key ring.
Designed to fit most laptops.
Padded changing mat.
15″H x 12 1/2″W x 4 1/2″D.
PVC; polyester handles.

Jess Red Label by Storksak. Natural Color

Chunky antique hardware, faux patent leather trim and adjustable shoulder strap
Two front pockets, large backpocket and six roomy inner pockets and zipped inner pocket
Seperate thermo-insulated bottle holder will keep liquids warm/cool for up to 4 hours (time will vary depending on external temperature)
Padded changing mat, detachable inner sak and wipe-clean linings throughout
Dimensions: H 36cm W 47cm D 15cm

Gigi in Sky Blue by Storksak

Apparently, Angela Jolie has one of these.

• Durable Nylon Satin and trimmed with leather.
• Adjustable shoulder straps for two lengths.
• Removable insulated bottle holder, micro-fibre changing mat, key-ring clip.
• Detachable mirror and individual compartments inside.

GR8X Baby Traveller

* Machine washable
* Adjustable backpack straps
* Organised pockets that hold everything you will need to change your baby, including a large rear pocket
* Removable stroller straps
* Adjustable shoulder strap & briefcase style handle
* Soft, removable and machine washable change mat (spare change mats also available as separate accessory items)
* Insulated bottle traveller
* Drawstring bungee cord for a wrap or small blanket
* Mobile phone pouch
* 2 year manufacturing warranty

Dimensions:

* changing area L89cm x W33cm
* Bag closed H36cm x W39cm

Petunia Picklebottom Boxy Backpack in Jasmine Roll

* Four bottle pockets
* Detachable dirty diaper pouch
* Convenient built-in changing station with detachable changing pad
* A “no more digging” handy key clip
* Durable backpack and shoulder straps
* A Petunia Pickle Bottom monogrammed wipes case
* Dry Clean Only. Spot clean liner with damp cloth.
* Dimensions: 12.5”x13.5”
* Valet Stroller Clips Sold Separately