Getting out of the house can take f-o-r-e-v-e-r with little ones. The best way to get out of the house is to be as efficient and prepared as possible. One major step? The diaper bag. Diaper bag=lifeline. So when you have two in diapers, you want to have all your basic supplies packed and ready to go. Let’s talk about all the diaper bag essentials for a toddler and a newborn.
By the way, if you also are preparing to have two under two, check out my post on what to expect here.
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You don’t need to go out and buy an extra diaper bag
Now maybe some of you laughed at that but I sincerely considered that possibility when I was pregnant with our second child.
I mean, so much stuff is needed for just one kid in diapers, I would need another bag right?
Nope!
A lot of the diaper bag essentials for a toddler and a newborn will be shared so you aren’t going to be adding too much.
Besides, you’re going to look really goofy chasing kids at the park with two bags on you. 🙂
Save your money and use the diaper bag you have
This tip would have come in handy about 18 months ago. I spent hours looking on the internet for an “extra-large” diaper bag that didn’t cost at least $100.
I couldn’t find one nor did I need it. The only reason I would suggest for you to buy a different bag is if you don’t already have a backpack style diaper bag.
When you have two in diapers, you need all the free hands you can get!
This is the closest style of bag I found that I have used for both of my children at the same time. The price range is about $30 and has served me well. There is still a good amount of space even with two sets of diapers and clothes inside.
Plus, it’s leopard-you’re welcome.
Make it part of your routine to check and restock your diaper bag
Sometimes Ol’ Reliable (aka your diaper bag) becomes a black hole for whatever storage is needed on the go.
I seriously feel like Mary Poppins pulling stuff out of the bottom of my diaper bag sometimes!
Try to get into a rhythm of once a month, once a season, or whatever frequency works for you, to check and reorganize your diaper bag.
For me, anytime my children are growing into a new size of diaper or clothing is a good reminder to double check that I have the right sizes in my bag.
Here’s my list of diaper bag essentials for a toddler and a newborn:
- Toddler sized diapers (1-2 diapers for every 2 hours)
- Baby sized diapers (1-2 diapers for every 2 hours)
- Change of clothes for both toddler and baby
- Wipes
- Boogie wipes
- Changing pad
- Diaper cream
- Non-perishable snacks
- Disposable bibs
- Hand sanitizer
- Tide-To-Go pen
- Small toys and/or books
- Lip balm
- Phone charger
- Seasonal items (hats, mittens, sunblock, etc.)
- Burp cloth
- Feeding supplies (bottles, nursing cover, formula)
- Plastic bag for blowouts and/or big messes
- Pacifier
Phew! It can seem like a lot, but chances are, you are already on a good routine if you’re getting ready to have another baby in diapers.
Of course, there’s always an adjustment period for after the baby arrives (if you would like to read about helping your toddler adjust to a newborn check out my post here).
But soon enough you will be throwing in extra sets of diapers in your diaper bag and be on your way like it’s nothing!
Let me know in the comments section below, are you planning to upgrade your diaper bag or stick with the one you have? I’d love to know!
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