If you’re a new parent, you absolutely need a diaper bag. It’s one of the necessary tools of the trade, but no one says the diaper bag has to look like…a diaper bag. Every day, you probably pass by backpacks and chic purses that are actually diaper bags in disguise. You don’t need a diaper bag that screams “this is for diapers!” Instead, you can be a stealthy stylish parent with the just-right, chic, practical, multipurpose diaper bag.
Luckily, we live in a glorious time for elegant kid stuff. Gone are the days when we were forced to schlep around with bags in cheesy patterns (hi, quilted trains and clowns motif). Nowadays, diaper backpacks in every chic style, color and material abound — and they don’t look remotely like diaper bags. Seriously. If you squint, you can almost imagine a hip, child-free lady tossing her bikini or laptop into one of these bad boys. In short: They’re cool.
But all the great options available are almost overwhelming. So we’ve done the research for you and rounded up the top diaper bags in disguise. Inside these beauties likely lurks a bottle of breast milk, a spit-up stained swaddle and 15 rumpled diapers. But outside, the bags are sleek, clean and Pinterest-perfect. Yep: These babies do the dirty work, but you’d never guess it.
Ahead, check out our favorite bags from Freshly Picked, Vera Bradley, and more cool mom-approved brands.
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Vera Bradley Baby Backpack Diaper Bag
This gorgeous jewel-toned backpack looks more like a chic handbag alternative than something you use to haul around diapers. It comes with a diaper bag, drawstring bag, and a darling changing pad that’ll make those on-the-go changes a breeze. it even includes a laptop sleeve and charging pocket so you’ll be prepared for whatever the day throws your way or wherever you’re going.
Silky Smooth Mini Backpack
This bag isn’t the priciest pick on our list, but it sure does look it. Made out of vegan leather, this diaper bag looks as nice as a designer backpack. The huge main compartment makes it easy to store your breast pump and other baby supplies. The open side pockets give you easy access to your baby gear. Plus, the straps are adjustable, so you can put it on your stroller or wear on your back.
Budget-Friendly Pick
Don’t want to spend a small fortune on a diaper bag? That’s where this colorful backpack comes in. It ticks all of the boxes, too. The backpack has an insulated bottle holder, a pocket for wet clothes and a wide main compartment. Plus, it’s lightweight and washable.
Edgier Backpack
This studded black diaper backpack is super chic and allows you to carry everything you and your baby need in one sizable backpack. It has a large main compartment, three insulated bottle holders, a organizer pocket for diapers and changing pad. It even has a wipe and tissue pocket, so you can grab wipes quickly if accidents happen.
Sleek Vegan Diaper Tote
We’re pretty sure no one would expect this sleek tote to be a diaper bag. The Presidio comes in blush, navy, black and gray, and you can have it personalized with gold embossed letters. Because classy. Inside the roomy tote is a changing pad and all the side pockets you could ever want; they’re even bottle-size. The top zips shut so diapers and nursing pads don’t go flying out whenever they feel like it.
A Minimalistic Pick
This might look like an ordinary backpack, but it hides all of your new mom chaos underneath. Designed to hold both your laptop and wet breast-feeding equipment, this backpack has more than 10 pockets and comes with a few extra pouches. It even includes a mini changing mat, so you do on-the-fly changes. It’s currently out of stock everywhere, so keep your eyes peeled for when it’s back!
Brightly Illustrated Shoulder Bag
If you want a bag that makes a statement, this Vera Bradley option is for you. There are plenty of colorful patterns to choose from, so you can definitely find one that suits your style. The best part about this bag is that it’s 100 percent cotton and washable, so if something spills in this bag, it’s not the end of the world. It’s got multiple hidden, elastic pockets to put bottles and other baby necessities in.
A Stealthy Mini-Backpack
This affordable option looks like a hip backpack, but it’s not. Well, it is, but it’s also a stealth diaper bag, and it even comes with a changing pad. All of its (11!) interior pockets were designed with new parents in mind, and the faux-leather exterior is super-cool, from the gold hardware to the streamlined design.
A Stylish Satchel
This Skip Hop classic maybe looks a little like a diaper bag, but it’s just so damn organized, we’ve got to love it. The beloved classic features 12 pockets, a changing pad and a handy stroller strap. Bottles fit easily in the exterior pockets, and the front compartment can flip up or down for different looks.
A Colorful Mini Backpack
Fawn Design’s popular diaper bag is now available in a hip, ’90s-esque mini version. And the colors are amazing. Forest green, pale pink, gray, black and brown are available. Though this bag is small, it packs a punch. There’s still plenty of storage space for baby gear in there, and there are nine roomy pockets. The adorable bonus? When your baby gets bigger, they can wear the Fawn mini as a full-size backpack all their own.
A Durable Pick That Can Handle Diapers
This outdoorsy classic isn’t a diaper bag per se, but it’s a super-popular backpack for parents. The Kånken is practical, stylish and lightweight — and its compartments are perfect for baby gear. Plus, the color combinations are seemingly endless. It also comes in a mini size for those who prefer to travel light.
The Influencer Diaper Bag
Now available in trendy millennial pink, aka blush (as well as navy, ivory, tan, gray and black), Freshly Picked’s lovely bag is just begging to appear on your Instagram, baby or not. Features include 10 pockets, a magnetic front closure, a top handle and a changing pad. But the best thing about this bag is that you can wear it three different ways: as a purse, a cross-body or a backpack.
Sustainable Diaper Bag
Minimalists and environmentalists will love the Lässig diaper backpack. The Green Label model, Tyve, is made from lightweight sustainable material Tyvek, which is also durable and water-repellent. Handy accessories include an insulated bottle holder, a changing pad and a stroller attachment. The exterior is very simple, but don’t be fooled. Inside, it’s packed with pockets, so you can organize to your green-loving heart’s content.
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