Emergency Diaper Bag Checklist 2022: What Are You Missing In Your Baby Bag?

When it comes to packing a diaper bag, you’ve probably got the diaper bag essentials covered. Common items like diapers, burp cloths, pacifiers, bottles, and blankets are pretty run-of-the-mill. But if you’ve ever marveled at one of those super-prepared moms who always seem to have the right thing on hand, there’s a few more must-haves for packing the perfect diaper bag. Let’s take a look at what you might be missing. Instead of covering all of the diaper bag items from A-Z, we’ll take a prioritization approach to packing the perfect diaper bag.

Here’s a Quick Guide to the Ultimate Diaper Bag Checklist

While your must-have items might vary by age, every diaper bag needs a few essentials that are common across the board. In addition to the following list of bare minimum essentials, a diaper bag newborn checklist should also include lots of layers because babies aren’t too great at regulating their body temperature. And the older they get, the more they need to be entertained so your diaper bag essentials for a toddler should also include plenty of toys and snacks.
 
●      Diapers

●      Wipes

●      Changing Pad

●      Diaper Cream

●      Dirty Bag

●      Change of Clothes

●      Teether or Pacifier

●      Feeding Supplies (Varies by Age)

Other Key Items You’re Probably Forgetting to Pack

Creating the perfect emergency diaper bag checklist for 2022 involves taking everything one step further.

Spare Clothes in the Next Size Up

Let’s face it–babies grow fast. Even if your spare outfit is from last week, there is always a chance it doesn’t fit this week. Super prepared mom’s always have the next size up in diapers and extra outfits on hand.

Items to Keep the Germs at Bay

A small bottle of hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes can be a lifesaver if the bathroom you’re using to change a diaper is out of soap, or worse, you find out you don’t have access to a bathroom at all.

A Water Bottle

While babies younger than six months shouldn’t drink water, there are dozens of reasons why throwing a bottle of water in your diaper bag is a great idea. First, moms do drink water. We literally need it to survive. That extra bottle of water can quench an unexpected thirst on a long walk or while you’re stuck in a waiting room. And, if you formula feed, you might need that bottle of water for mixing up an emergency bottle of formula. A water bottle can also come in handy if you need a quick hand wash outdoors or you need to pre-treat a stain in a dirty outfit.

First Aid Kit

Some might argue that a first aid kit belongs on the bare minimum list. It’s definitely a great idea. If you’ve ever dealt with a toddler who unexpectedly fell and skinned a knee, you know why a first aid kit is so important. A first aid kit actually belongs on your diaper bag checklist for newborns and toddlers because anyone, anytime can get hurt. Having antiseptic and a few bandages handy can save the day.

The Takeaway on Packing the Perfect Newborn Baby Bag or Toddler Diaper Bag

There will probably always be some situation, somewhere when you don’t have the right thing on hand. However, packing a smart diaper bag can ease a lot of mom-guilt. Our emergency diaper bag checklist for 2022 includes all the usual suspects like diapers, bottles, and clothes. But it also includes less common items like a bottle of water, first aid kit, and sanitizer. You don’t have to bring a truckload to be prepared. You only need to choose the right items when packing your diaper bag. To find a great diaper bag with plenty of storage at Fawn Design, browse our collections today.