RUVALINO Nappy Changing Backpack, Multifunction Baby Diaper Bag Travel Back Pack with Changing Mat for Mom and Dad (Grey)

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It’s large enough to hold extra gear like blankets and changes of clothes, so we love that diapers and wipes have their own special compartments right in the front of the bag. We love this one from TWELVELittle thanks to the water-resistant coating (inside AND out), lots of pockets and super fun prints.

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We also love how organized and efficient this bag is: with multiple interior and exterior pockets and a removable diaper caddy, it’s easy to grab exactly what you need, even with one hand. Sometimes this is because each parent wants a separate bag, or you need an extra diaper bag for a grandparent or caregiver. While you could just use a regular ol' backpack or diaper bag, a diaper-bag backpack offers unique advantages: adjustable shoulder straps to help distribute weight, easy-to-reach side pockets, and the ability to hook onto your stroller. Mina Baie's Kinney Backpack comes in three colors (black, sand, and terra) and the minimal design means people will have no idea it's actually a diaper bag — unless, of course, you have bottles in the side pockets.The wide, boxy shape of this convertible bag (which can be worn as either a backpack or a messenger bag) makes things easier to organize, as do the outside pockets, which allow you to fit even tiny baby socks.

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It may look small, but you can pack in about 20 wipes and a diaper or two in the larger compartment and your phone, some cash and your credit card in the smaller pocket.

We also gave each bag the crying baby test: using one hand, we tested accessing items inside and repacking them to evaluate whether the bag would be easy to use while holding a fussy baby or toddler. To simulate a day out with a little one, we took each bag on a brisk walk and loaded it into two different sized strollers. It’s a bit more structured than the Forma and opens wide so you can fill it with all the things—and actually find them. We love how easy this bag is to zip and unzip with one hand, and we love that it comes with a changing pad to make diaper changes easier. We had to set the bag down to access anything inside, and when wearing it fully loaded, it felt heavy and unevenly distributed.

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Pro tip: babies grow quickly, so dig through your diaper bag every few months and be sure the extra clothes you have stashed inside are size-appropriate. Think about the types of things you'll be carrying and count the number of pockets you'd ideally like to have.

Pacifiers, a bib, a small toy or teether, a lightweight blanket, a small first aid kit, sunscreen and a sun hat, a wet bag and a nursing cover if you’re a nursing parent are other items to consider. If you plan to travel overnight or on long car trips, you’ll want to select a backpack that has extra space for a change of clothes, shoes, and a few toys. The RUVALINO diaper bag backpack features two big compartments and a whopping 16 pockets so every item can have its own specific space. This backpack also comes with a velcro piece that can divide the large main compartment into two — a feature we especially liked for the option to convert it from a “regular” backpack to a diaper backpack easily. Look for an interior that’s described as “stain resistant,” “water resistant,” or “wipeable”; polyester or polyurethane (also known as faux leather or vegan leather) are wise choices.

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However, the interior pockets lost their shape and functionality when we packed other items into the main compartment, making this a less optimal choice. We felt that the backpack stayed securely in place while changing a baby, and it never tipped over or spilled any of what we had packed. A bestselling favorite among Babylist parents, the quilted Forma backpack diaper bag backpack from Skip Hop is utilitarian but stylish and has a place for everything. We also made sure to note if we could access our necessities one-handed since you'll often have a baby in the other arm. For day trips and short outings, comfort and portability are key, so look for padded straps and a lighter weight, but you may be able to forgo insulated pockets or built-in changing stations.

Though this bag is comfortable and easy to carry, it is on the heavier side and is one of the heaviest we tested. If there's one thing you can count on when welcoming a new baby into your family, it's the reality that you're suddenly going to have a lot of stuff to lug around with you.