Ever seen one of those nappy bags that looks like it’s holding the necessities for an entire childcare centre?
What about a parent without a nappy bag, desperately trying to calm a child bleating for food or needing a change?
It can seem so hard to get the balance right. I hate carrying around a giant bag supplied with enough nappies to last a week and fourteen changes of clothes. But, I’ve also gone out with a carefree swagger, only to end up tearing my hair out later when all the pram yields is a few dried out baby wipes and an already dirty bib.
There are two ways I prefer to approach the nappy bag dilemma
- Carry a store of emergency items in a not overly big bag
- And know where and how to buy the essentials if caught out.
The basic kit can be added to when you go out and have a clear plan of what you’re doing. But this pared down version will get you by; for the times you planned to be home and yet find yourself out with a hungry, wet, cranky baby. Continue reading
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