I used a regular backpack as a diaper bag for both of my children. I didn’t want to buy another piece of baby paraphernalia, and I also didn’t want to look like a dork carrying an ugly diaper bag.  That being said, I was always envious of my friends that had diaper bags with many pockets and a changing pad.

Fortunately, there are many chic baby bags out there providing many of the amenities a diaper bag offers over just a backpack.  We were sent one such diaper bag:

[amazon_link id=”B00CJHCL18″ target=”_blank” ]The Bumble Collection Brittany Backpack Diaper Bag, Blue Filagree[/amazon_link]

Makes Mothering a Breeze.  The Brittany Backpack is a fresh take on hands-free mothering that makes life a breeze with its’ customizable styles and modern mommy amenities.

The Brittany Backpack features a changing pad, inner dual bottle pockets and two insulated exterior pockets that will keep bottles warm or cold for up to four hours.  It can be worn as a backpack, shoulder bag, handbag or hung over the stroller.

The fashionable print featured on this bag is hand designed and exclusive to The Bumble Collection®.

Features

• Water Resistant & Stain Resistant

• Features short handle straps, long shoulder strap and backpack straps

• Dual insulated exterior pockets that keep food warm or cold for up to four hours

• Soil proof change pad

• Pop-out stroller straps

• Hard bottom to allow bag to easily stand up

I do think it is neat that this bag can be worn as a shoulder bag or backpack.  It is made of cotton and polyester, so it is not all natural, I also think $99 is a bit expensive, but remember, I used a backpack I already had as a diaper bag.  It was not an extra expense I could justify, but it would make a nice gift for new parents.

I like the pattern on the bag, as I think it something even Dad would not be embarrassed to carry.

The bag is to spot cleaned. One other benefit of my backpack was being able to throw it in the washing machine, and I still use the same backpack today for other purposes.

Do you need a diaper bag?  Maybe. It depends.  Lots of pockets are convenient, and it is nice to have a dedicated bag to grab when headed out the door.

This bag is made in China.

Disclosure: The products described above were sent to us as free samples. Prior assurances as to the nature of the reviews, whether positive or negative, were not given. No financial payments were accepted in exchange for the reviews. The reviews reflect our honest, authentic opinions.