Big Diaper Bags – Cloth Diaper Tips

If you have cloth diapered on the go, you've probably realized that typical diaper bags are not designed with cloth diapers in mind. Cloth takes up much more space than disposables, so you end up running out of room, stuffing your bag so full that it can't close, packing an additional bag, or just leaving items at home that you would've packed if you could've. This is extremely frustrating, especially when you are out and about and you need to get something out of your overstuffed bag. You empty half the contents out of the bag just to find what you are looking for. If you are dealing with similar scenarios, it's time for an upgrade! I have compiled a list of the top 12 best cloth diaper bags. These bags are spacious, functional, and stylish. You'll be able to pack what you need, find what you need, enjoy carrying your diaper bag and look good doing it. Itzy Ritzy Tribe Tote This diaper bag has room for the whole tribe! It also gets rave reviews for its quality, style, and numerous pockets. The Tribe Tote is a must-have for over packers, and parents packing for multiple children. The exterior has 7 pockets, including two insulated side pockets, and a super functional mommy pocket. The rubber feet on the bottom of this bag are unique, and do a really good job keeping the bag clean, and protecting it against wear. You can carry tote style or over your shoulder with the handles, or use the detachable messenger strap for a cross-body or shoulder carry. The interior has a middle divider that also functions as a zippered pocket. The Tribe Tote has 18 interior pockets. That makes for a grand total of 25 pockets! Also included is a changing pad with a cute "head" and "toes" print, and stroller straps. Available in Black and Posy Pop 18"W x 13.5"L x 7"D You can purchase this bag here. PacaPod Croyde The PacaPod Croyde is an elegantly designed bag that will keep you organized. PacaPods include a unique system of "pods". The Croyde comes with an insulated feeder pod that is in an adorable map print, a changer pod that includes a changing pad, a clear travel pod, and a mini pod that is also in the map print. These pods eliminate the headache of digging around to find what you need. The exterior is made of a stylish canvas and vegan leather. It has 2 front pockets and a double-zippered back panel that opens to the interior of the bag, allowing for easy access to all of your pods. There are also 4 feet on the bottom to protect against the wear & tear of setting it down. The interior is very spacious and has a large zipped pocket with a key fob, and two roomy elasticated pockets. The Croyde has over the shoulder handles, as well as a detachable messenger strap, allowing for multiple carrying options. Stroller straps are also included. Available in Pewter, Navy, and Black. 40cm x 33cm x 20cm You can purchase this bag here. Lily-Jade Meggan The Meggan is a multiples mom favorite and a fantastic cloth diaper bag. Made with beautiful tanned leather and the signature jade lining, you won't find better craftsmanship. The detail and quality are top-notch. This bag is not only visually stunning, but it is also super functional and versatile. The tote converts to backpack or messenger style, giving you all the carrying options you want. The exterior has a roomy front pocket and two side pockets, all of which have magnetic closures. A gorgeous leather tassel with stone beads adorns the handles. The main compartment is very spacious and includes a removable and machine washable 12 pocket organizer, as well as two slip pockets and a zippered pocket. The Meggan features top of the line silver hardware, zippers, and feet. Available in Camel & Silver, Brandy & Gold, and Grey & Silver. 14.5"H x 5"W x 16.5"L JuJuBe Be Prepared The Be Prepared is a best-selling diaper bag and is well-loved by cloth diapering moms. This bag has space for all of your cloth gear, mommy items, and much more. You can truly be prepared with this bag in hand. Wipe clean fabric that is machine washable, and crumb drains make this bag easy to keep clean. The superb and spacious mommy pocket adorns the front of the bag. With its key fob, microfiber glasses pocket, zippered pocket, and 3 gusseted pockets, you'll keep all of your momma essentials organized and easy to access. The exterior also has a front snap pocket behind the mommy pocket, two insulated side bottle pockets, and a large snap pocket on the back. This bag zips open incredibly wide allowing for maximum access, while the gussets keep everything inside secure. It has several internal pockets and lots of storage space. The Be Prepared has both tote handles and a detachable messenger strap. It comes equipped with nice metal hardware and luggage feet. Available in 4 different colors/prints. 18.5"W x 14"H x 6.5"D You can purchase this bag here. Petunia Pickle Bottom Boxy Backpack The Boxy is a top-selling favorite amongst mamas. This spacious backpack features a unique built-in changing station that zips out and has a removable changing pad with pockets. This makes changing baby on-the-go so easy. No more balancing baby on your lap while trying to change a diaper, or sacrificing a clean baby blanket in order to lay baby down on the floor. The backpack is made with a soft, wipeable faux leather. It features a spacious interior with 2 bottle pockets, a zippered valuables pockets, and a key clip. On the exterior, there are 2 insulated side bottle pockets and a back pocket with a snap closure. You can tuck your backpack straps into this back pocket for a sleeker look, and use the messenger strap instead for a crossbody or shoulder carry. There is also a nice grab handle on top. The Boxy features a super functional magnetic closure and an additional option of a snap closure. The double zippered top opens wide for easy access. Stroller straps and an adorable PPB wipes case are included. This backpack is durable, stylish, and available in a variety of beautiful colors and prints. 13"W x 13.5"H x 5.5"D You can purchase this bag here. Baby & Beyond by Bambino Mio The Baby & Beyond is the only diaper bag I have come across that is specifically designed for cloth diapers. Thank you Bambino Mio! It features a unique waterproof 'messy' pocket for storing wet diapers, wipes, clothes, etc. The messy pocket is on the side of the bag and keeps all your wet bag items secure and separate from everything else in the bag. This bag is of course very spacious, as they designed it with our cloth diapering needs in mind. It has a zip closure that opens wide for easy access. The inside features several pockets and a hook clip. The outside also has several pockets including a large snap shut pocket, a front zipped 'parent' pocket and a hidden back pocket for storing straps. You can carry hands-free with the backpack straps, on your shoulder or tote style with the handles, or use the grab handle. It comes with stroller clips and a drawstring messy bag. Available in 3 different colors/prints. 15.75"H x 10"W x 12"D You can purchase this bag here. High Speed Daddy Backpack This backpack was born out of a father's desire to have a super functional diaper bag, without the embarrassment of having to carry around a chic, frilly bag. This waterproof bag is built to last and is equipped with all the features you need in a diaper bag, including a wipes pocket, stroller straps, a changing pad, and insulated bottle holders. When your kids no longer need a diaper bag, you'll still want to use the HSD backpack because it is so versatile and spacious. It has an interior padded sleeve for your laptop, tablet, or hydration bladder, dual velcro flaps for access to the hydration bladder tube, a felt-lined pocket for your sunglasses or cell phone, and a rear luggage strap to attach to luggage handles. The backpack also has an adjustable sternum strap and a removable waist strap, making it great for hiking or long walks. You won't have to worry about the HSD slipping off when you're chasing around your toddler, or bending down while holding your baby. This bag has all the pockets you'll ever need, as well as hooks for keys, and YKK zippers that make opening and closing the bag easy. 4 rubber feet on the bottom allow this bag to stand on its own. Available in black, coyote brown, ranger green, & multicam. What more could you ask? I know, one in pink, please? 18"L x 11.5"W x 7"D You can purchase this bag here. Storksak Travel Backpack Allow me to introduce you to Storksak. They make the most amazing bags. I could hardly choose just 1. Actually, I couldn't, and so Storksak has 2 bags on the top 12 list, and they are both a part of their travel collection. Check out their Cabin/Carry-On bag if you're a traveler. The backpack is very spacious and therefor great for packing cloth. The interior has a beautiful striped wipe-clean lining. A matching striped changing pad is included, which has two mesh wing pockets and a back pocket. Plenty of internal pockets and a key clip makes staying organized easy. The external is made from durable water-resistant materials. It has a buckle-release clip closure with a drawstring opening. There are two insulated pockets on the sides, one of which is detachable. Available in Grey, Black, and Navy. 36cmH x 30cmW x 20cmD You can purchase this bag here. Storksak Travel Shoulder Bag Packing for two, or more? The Shoulder Bag has 3 separate interior compartments, making it easy to stay organized. The main compartment is in the middle. It has a zippered closure and is very spacious. The interior of this compartment has two elasticated pockets, a zippered pocket, and a key clip. A striped changing pad is included, along with an insulated bottle holder. The exterior has two front pockets and two side pockets. It has beautiful leather-trimmed handles, as well as a detachable messenger strap and integrated stroller straps. Both Storksak Travel Bags have a sleeve on the back for placement on the telescopic handle of the Cabin Bag. Available in Grey, Black, and Navy. 30cmH x 42cmW x 16cmD You can purchase this bag here. TWELVElittle On-The-Go 2.0 The On-The-Go 2.0 is the largest of TWELVElittle's backpack style bags. It has a spacious main compartment, large enough for any occasion. The bag is crafted with water-resistant materials and vegan leather trim. There are five pockets on the interior and a separate zippered fully padded laptop sleeve. The exterior features a zippered pocket on the front which has a key clip on the inside, two insulated side bottle pockets, a sturdy grab handle, a sleeve on the back that allows you to slide the backpack onto a luggage handle, and 4 feet on the bottom. This bag is great for traveling. It is equipped with D-rings that attach to strollers using the Stroller Clip Set. Available in Black, Stripe, Leaf, and Cactus. 12"L x 17"H x 6.75"D You can purchase this bag here. HAPP Brand Paige Carryall This gorgeous diaper bag was designed with style in mind. It is made with water-resistant nylon that will protect against spills. It has a beautiful quilted look with gold hardware. The hidden interior bottle pockets give this bag a sleek outer look. It has a structured frame that zips open very wide. This allows the bag to stay open, making it easy to pack and find what you need. You can tote or shoulder carry with the comfortable nylon padded handles, which also have snap closures. The Carryall also comes with a detachable crossbody strap. The exterior features a zippered front pocket, a magnetic back compartment, and 2 hidden back pockets. The interior has 6 roomy pockets. Choose the classic black or their dusty rose color. The handcrafted Carryall functions as a diaper bag but looks like a stunning handbag. 17"L x 6"W x 12"H Little Unicorn Marindale Backpack The Marindale hands-free backpack is a stylish and spacious diaper bag that looks great with both dressy or casual attire. The magnetic closure makes the 7 pockets super easy to access. It has two zippered side bottle pockets, a cushioned changing pad, an easy to clean interior liner, and adjustable cushioned shoulder straps. You can carry this bag 4 different ways, with the backpack straps, the grab handle, or use the removable messenger strap for a crossbody or shoulder carry. It is made out of durable cotton canvas with vegan leather. 4 feet on the bottom allow the Marindale to stand on its own. Also included are matching stroller straps. Available in Olive, Black, and Grey. 14.5"H x 16"W x 6.5"D You can purchase this bag here.