What to Pack in a Diaper Bag for Baby Outings

There is a very specific kind of confidence that comes from leaving the house with a baby and realizing you actually packed everything you need.

And then there is the other kind.

The kind where your baby has a blowout in the middle of a public place, you reach into your diaper bag for a clean outfit, and…you didn't pack one.

Ask me how I know.

I've been the mom who overpacked my diaper bag, and I've also been the mom who underpacked it. After carrying a partially naked baby out of a public place one too many times, I've learned that you don't need to bring your entire house with you. You just need the right stuff.

Diaper Bag Essentials for Baby Outings

Let's start with the obvious: diapers and wipes.

Pack enough diapers for however long you'll be gone, plus a few extras. Because babies have a funny way of needing a diaper change approximately five minutes after you thought you were done changing them.

You'll also want a portable changing pad, diaper cream if your baby uses it, and a grocery bag for clothes.

And please, please pack an extra outfit. Diaper blowouts, spit-up , and food mishaps happen. Eventually you'll find yourself very grateful that you have an extra onesie sitting at the bottom of your diaper bag.

Don't Forget Feeding Supplies

What you pack for feeding depends completely on your baby. If you're nursing, bring whatever makes feeding easier for you, including a nursing cover if you use one. If your baby takes formula or bottles, pack enough for your outing with a little extra. And if your baby eats solids, don't forget snacks. Because a hungry baby can go from perfectly content to deeply offended in about 30 seconds.

Pack the Pacifier or Have Baby Wear It

If your baby uses an infant pacifier, you already know how important that little piece of silicone can be. So yes, pack the pacifier or better yet, have your baby wear the Ingy Bingy Band.

The Ingy Bingy Band is a buttery-soft pacifier wristband that velcros around your baby's wrist and attaches to their pacifier. Unlike a traditional pacifier clip that attaches to clothing, the Ingy Bingy Band keeps the pacifier right with your baby.

It's also designed to work with every pacifier on the market, with two styles to accommodate different pacifier designs. Think of it as a pacifier bracelet that helps keep baby's favorite comfort tool close instead of disappearing underneath the restaurant table.

The Simple Diaper Bag Checklist

For most outings, keep it simple:

• Diapers
• Wipes
• Changing pad (optional)
• Diaper cream
• extra outfit
• Feeding supplies
• Snacks, if needed
• Nursing cover, if you use one
• Pacifier
• Ingy Bingy Band pacifier wristband
• Bag for dirty clothes
• Water or bottle

You don't need to prepare for every possible disaster. You just need to prepare for the things that usually happen. Pack the bag, put on the Ingy Bingy Band, grab the baby, and go. And maybe this time, you'll even make it home with everyone's clothes still on.

 

FAQ: What to Pack in a Diaper Bag

What should I pack in a diaper bag for an outing?

Start with diapers, wipes, a changing pad, a complete extra outfit, feeding supplies, and comfort items like a pacifier. Add snacks, bottles, or a nursing cover depending on your baby's needs.

How many diapers should I pack?

Pack enough for the length of your outing plus a few extras. It's better to have a couple left over than to run out when you're nowhere near home.

Should I pack an extra outfit for my baby?

Absolutely. A complete extra outfit is one of the most important diaper bag essentials because diaper blowouts, spills, and spit-up can happen anywhere.

What is a pacifier wristband?

A pacifier wristband is designed to keep a baby's pacifier close by attaching it to their wrist. The Ingy Bingy Band is a buttery-soft pacifier wristband that velcros around baby's wrist and attaches to their pacifier.

Is a pacifier bracelet the same as a pacifier wristband?

Yes. A pacifier bracelet is another way to describe a wristband designed to keep a baby's pacifier close. The Ingy Bingy Band is a pacifier wristband designed for this purpose.

How is the Ingy Bingy Band different from a pacifier clip?

A traditional pacifier clip attaches to clothing, while the Ingy Bingy Band attaches to a wristband worn by the baby, keeping the pacifier close to them.

Will the Ingy Bingy Band fit my baby's pacifier?

The Ingy Bingy Band is designed to work with pacifiers from all major brands. Two styles are available to accommodate different pacifier designs. If you're unsure which one you need, check the Ingy Bingy Baby style guide.

 

 

The Ingy Bingy Band is not your everyday pacifier clip! This game-changing pacifier wristband helps babies self-soothe at a younger age than ever before! Instinctively, babies gnaw on their hands in an attempt to soothe. The Ingy Bingy pacifier wristband keeps their pacifier right where they’ll find it, allowing your baby to comfort and calm themselves while you do whatever it is you need to do!

Our buttery soft wristband comes in two styles to accommodate every pacifier.

Our Pacific style should be used when your baby’s pacifier holes are near their nose and chin when in use. It is most commonly used with Avent, BIBS, Dr. Brown’s, MAM, Nuby, NUK, Medela, FRIGG, Nanobébé, Tommee Tippee, and Chicco pacifiers. 

Our Sequoia style should be used when your baby’s pacifier holes are near their nose and chin when in use. It is most commonly used with Itzy Ritzy, Ryan & Rose, and The Dearest Grey pacifiers.  

If you are still unsure which pacifier wristband style is right for you, check out our style guide or text the name and/or picture of your preferred paci & we’ll let you know which style is right for you!