A bag for Mother
Mom's bag is not just a stylish accessory, but above all an irreplaceable item in everyday life. A properly selected bag gives a woman a feeling of comfort and tranquility.
Peculiarities
A modern mother needs to be very mobile and collected in order to do everything. The so-called "smart" bag will be an excellent helper in daily chores and walks with your baby. It differs from a simple model in compactness, versatility and ease of use. This model has a light weight, it is thought out to the smallest detail and contains everything that a mother and her baby may need for a walk.
Inside there are capacious bottle pockets, diaper compartments, pacifier containers. Despite its considerable size, the bag is comfortable to carry both in the hands and on the shoulder.
Types and models
Depending on the purpose of the bag and the needs of the parents, there are several main types.
Walking
This model can be worn in different ways - in the hands, on the shoulder, and behind the back (backpack). It is small in size, functional and compact enough, accommodates compartments for linen, diapers, pacifiers, bottle holders. For the greatest comfort of the mother, the straps and handles of such a bag are equipped with special anti-slip pads. It is comfortable to walk with her to the hospital, supermarket and to visit.
Travel bag
Indispensable during long walks or even travel. Such a bag should be very "thoughtful", because many things are taken just in case, "in reserve". It contains many side and inner compartments, a compartment for used diapers, and a thermowell for baby formula bottles.
Each specific thing has its own place: be it medicines, clothes, hygiene items. Mom doesn't have to turn the bag inside out to find what she wants. The set includes a changing mat, a picnic mat. An additional accessory can be a cosmetic bag for mom. Unlike a walking bag, it is larger and more capacious, and also contains special paraphernalia.
Organizer bag
Sometimes sold with a stroller. If such an accessory is not provided, then it can be purchased separately. The organizer is suitable for walking near the house, in the park. It is unlikely to fit extra clothes for a baby, but there are many pockets for little things, compartments for bottles will come in handy for any parent.
With such a bag, you don't have to worry about dryness and safety of things. Such an organizer is attached very easily with the help of special rings and hooks.
Backpack
The most popular model among mothers is still the backpack. Its main advantage is that the hands remain free, and there is no overweight effect on one shoulder, and its capacity and functionality is in no way inferior to a bag.
Materials (edit)
Basically, manufacturers of "smart" bags offer mothers textile options... Such a bag is used every day and is very active. Therefore, it is made of high quality waterproof and dirt-repellent material, which is very easy to maintain.
Light dirt, cookie crumbs and applesauce stains can be easily removed with a damp cloth or sponge, which saves mom's time. It can be easily washed in a machine without losing its original shape.
The inner lining fabric is durable and reliable, meets all quality and safety standards. Of course, its service life is quite long.
Colors
Bags for mothers differ not only in filling capacity, size, but also in color solutions, which are very diverse. It can be classic blue shades for boys and pink for girls, diluted with cheerful children's pictures, as well as completely neutral colors with bright and cheerful applications that will delight not only mom, but also baby.
Brands
Currently, many well-known manufacturers offer mothers their own versions of "smart" bags.
Ju-Ju-Be
The models of the Ju-Ju-Be brand, made according to the latest technologies and having a protective Teflon coating, as well as sewn from antimicrobial fabric with silver ions, which can rid the hostess of an unwanted odor and prevent bacteria from multiplying, are especially popular.
Products of this brand are equipped with a changing mat, niche for wet clothes, thermowells for bottles. For this purpose, a special insulation is used, which allows drinks, mixtures or milk, to maintain their temperature for a long time.
Special attention should be paid to high-quality fittings, silent magnets instead of the usual Velcro, reliable construction and exquisite design. Various color solutions. Lovers of fashionable prints will love this option Hello kitty.
Avent
The well-known manufacturer of goods for children also did not stand aside. Distinctive features of its models are: a spacious main compartment, an easy-to-clean microfiber fabric, a side pocket made of thermal insulating fabric, a changing mat and a bag for used diapers as accessories. Color-conscious moms will love the interchangeable top base.
Skip hop
The best option in terms of price-quality ratio is the American brand Skip Hop... The bags are lightweight, contain a large number of hidden pockets and an antimicrobial changing mat included. They fit any stroller due to the universal fastening.
Particularly interesting is the Forma model, which looks like a large ladies' bag, but inside it is equipped with the necessary number of cases and pockets to fit everything that a baby and mother needs.It can be simply thrown over the shoulder, and for fixation on the stroller there are two ears, with the help of which, it is simply attached to the carabiner.
Stokke
The Norwegian manufacturer has recently perfected the design of its bag. Now, with the help of removable rings, you can easily adjust the position of the bag: you can attach it to a stroller, put it on your shoulder or even on your back like a backpack. Includes interior pockets, including a waterproof side pocket, holders, changing pad, additional wallet for various small items. The design is not flashy, the colors are limited.
Bugaboo
Bags for mothers of the recognized Dutch brand are also not deprived of the attention of customers. The company produces roomy walking models that can be adjusted in size. They include up to 14 pockets, removable interior dividers, dedicated iPad compartment, hidden compartments, insulated bottle case, and changing mat. Resistant to fading and mechanical damage.
Peg-perego
Models of the Italian brand are usually included with the stroller of the same name. It is laconic, practical, equipped with mobile pockets, oilcloth lining will not allow spilled liquid to be absorbed.
How to choose?
Women who prefer style and comfort in everyday life will definitely pay attention to a number of important features when choosing a bag:
- The material from which it is made. As a rule, it has a dirt-repellent impregnation, which allows you to clean the bag in a matter of seconds and without difficulty, even on the street. It is worth taking a closer look at the seams - they must be even and correct, without protruding threads.
- How long the bag will last depends on the quality of the fittings. Velcro, rivets are easily and silently fastened. Don't skimp on this. Ideally, the bag will be attached to the stroller and have wide anti-slip handles that prevent it from falling off your shoulder.
- Mom's bag should contain as many things as possible, because its contents are a lot of items necessary for a parent and a child: replaceable pacifiers, rattles, additional clothes, bottles of water or compote, and much more. And in order not to get lost in such a variety, it should have a sufficient number of pockets, compartments, holders.
- It is good if the product has additional accessories, for example, a changing mat, a thermal cover, a bag for wet clothes, a picnic blanket.
- Such a bag should be liked not only by the mother, but also by the baby. Therefore, it is worth focusing on the choice of colors, textures and designs. Then the bag will be able to perform, in addition to its direct purpose, a developmental function. Choose bright colors and unusual applications, because touch and feel are important needs in infancy. And lastly, the bag must be safe for health, free of toxic odor and must meet quality certificates.
Reviews
The overwhelming majority of reviews are positive. Experienced mothers choose fully equipped bags with special details and additional accessories. A bold conclusion suggests itself: no advanced mother can do without a convenient, useful, capable of correctly placing any little things.
Many, even the most picky and economical parents, note the practicality, convenience and indispensability of special products when walking with a child, and when asked whether to buy it, they answered unequivocally “yes”. Most experienced mums prefer a well-stocked, well-packed, multi-functional and durable mum bag over simple budget options.