Since the day I started my baby registry, I knew that I did not want to haul around a diaper bag. Don’t get me wrong, there are so many stylish diaper bags on the market— However, I wanted to be able to use my favorite handbags because let’s be real, unless you’re going on a date night or you’re doing some errands of your own, you probably won’t see those handbags for a long time. So instead of going for a temporary diaper bag, I’m so glad that I’ve discovered the ToteSavvy, which lets you turn any handbag or tote into an organized diaper bag. It makes it easy to switch bags depending on the occasion without having to unpack/ repack anything.
As a girl who has always used a bag organizer to keep my bags tidy, this tote savvy organizer is heaven sent. Efficiency and style all in one.
I use both the original large ToteSavvy and the deluxe for my Ella tote and neverfull. Below I’ll share my must haves for a day out as an exclusively pumping mama.
Water Wipes: I also use honest brand too, but I find the packaging of water wipes to be a bit sleeker and easier to pull out.
Pacifiers: I always pack 3, just in case. We use the Ryan and Rose brand along with Nuk.
Pacifier Sterilizer: I find this to be a good form of paci-storage and gives me peace of mind knowing it sterilizes as well.
Pacifier clip: the one she leaves the house with, typically. Must have a 3 month old who likes to drop them everywhere any anywhere.
Diapers: we love using the honest brand, clean and cute.
Diaper Trash Bags: This are a must for us. Whether we are over someone’s house or moving around in public spaces, we find this to be a responsible addition. The ones you see below are great because they don’t leave a stench behind.
Sanitizer: a MUST, obviously. We use either Thieves or the Honest spray one.
Sanitizing Wipes: also a MUST. I use them to clean surfaces, the out side of bottles, stroller handles, even my phone. I use the honest ones as well since they’re a cleaner option, with less harmful chemicals that I feel safer around my little one.
Sleepygize Blend: I use this essential oil blend on myself when rocking her so she can relax and stop fighting her sleep. Her first sleep regression is kicking in.
Disposable Changing Pads: although the tote savvy comes with a reusable changing pad, I don’t feel comfortable laying it directly onto the changing station surface and then putting it back in the bag with the rest of our stuff. So I bought cute ones from Marshall’s to be able to lay down before the changing pad and then toss afterward. You can also use wee-wee pads from any store.
Extra Clothes: I will say one outfit is not enough for a full day outing. Babies need 2-3 changes a day. I typically pack a onesie or two and a sleeper.
Full Bottle: as an exclusively breast pumping mama, this is something that brings me peace of mind. Sometimes I’ll pack two and add them to the insulated pocket.
Manual Pump: on the go pumping is a necessity for me, if I were traveling for than 24 hours I’d definitely take another one and some pump cleaning wipes.
Empty Bottle: I also pack an empty bottle to pour my pumped milk into.
Burp Cloth: Because my baby is in the teething stage, make that 2!
Bib: I always pack one for every outfit. The drool and milk mess is epic.
Teether: it’s about that time with a 3 1/2 month old and soon it’ll be toys too!
Accessories: mama & baby glasses, extra bows and socks!
That’s a day in a life of a regular 4-8 hour outing with my 3 month old babe. Tote Savvy is the best option for us because it allows one the flexibility to pack for short or longer outings. A huge thank you to ToteSavvy for sponsoring this post and for making a product that’s makes our life easier, efficient and stylish.