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Here is kind of what I'm thinking most people carry for a diaper bag. It's usually a messenger bag or tote bag with some pockets outside and some organization inside the bag.
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And here is what I'm thinking of when I imagine using a diaper backpack. It has a large zippered main compartment and then a smaller front organizer compartment. Instead of a single shoulder strap or tote handles, it has shoulder straps.
I'm really torn between a diaper bag vs. a diaper backpack. The backpack lets you keep your hands free to help your kids get their coats on or carry snacks. The bag lets you easily access the contents without having to unzip anything and generally offers more pockets and organization. I'm almost thinking you would have both and then decide which to take with you depending on what your day has in store. For example, on a zoo trip where you'd be walking a lot, the secure zippered storage and shoulder straps of the backpack would be tough to beat. And the easy access of the diaper bag is ideal for a quiet setting like a church service or doctor's office.
What are your thoughts? Does family size make a difference? Do moms and dads prefer different types of bag? Give me a shout out in the comments section!
We had triplets and bought a backpack from LLBean. That was 13 years ago and that backpack was the best. It was made to last and we still use it when we travel.
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