Diaper Bags - The Obsession

Diaper Bags! Almost every mommy's essential on the go - which will hold baby's milk powder, milk bottles, warm water, blanket, toys, books, pacifier, diapers, wet wipes and the list goes on.

Staying in an Asian country, I realised that not many mommies over in Singapore really buy a diaper bag over here. The reason is due to the cost - getting one isn't really that cheap over here, a decent one will cost at least SGD 80+ onwards. I was once such mommy, refusing to believe there is a difference in spending that kind of money on a bag that doesn't look much difference to my Agnes B's bags!


The stress of unable to get all my baby's stuffs into the bag soon took a toll on me so I decided to take a look, try out what's the hype about Diaper Bags and I certainly will want to get one that doesn't scream boring / ugly. 

Petunia Pickle Bottom - Boxy Backpack

I tried on Petunia Pickle Bottom's Boxy Backpack (available at Motherworks) and it was almost love at first sight. Given the different material you can get to choose from, the designs, I was spoilt for choice. The bag was a good size and 3 ways to carry / use it (Sling, Backpack, Attached it over to the stroller/ pram handle). Multiple pockets for storing items easily, there is also a detachable pouch and a well cushioned changing mat along with wet wipe case. Very thoughtful design that are very lovely looking and versatile too. I found myself being able to pack everything needed into this bag and yet still have a good room left.

Petunia Pickle Bottom's Cross Town Clutch

Then again.... well.... me..being me feels that despite the Boxy backpack was a versatile bag, it was a littletoo much to carry for a short trip to the supermarket or post office or just about the neighbourhood. Hence I decided to try out for their Cross Town Clutch. It was a big surprise on the size as I didn't expect it to be able to hold a bottle, changing mat, wet wipe case, at least 2 diapers, my purse, mobile and keys.

3 years on, these two bags are still serving me well, holding up to the tasks of carrying everything that my little girl needs and hopefully with more years to come - that is... if I do not start... looking at other diaper bags - highly this will not happen as I just read wonderful reviews of Tribe Diaper Bags on other mommies' blogs! It made of leather and look very sleek and gorgeous too - I may try it out should I have some good news soon.

*pictures from Petunia Pickle Bottom's official website.