When you become a parent, your changing bag turns into your lifeline. Much like a builder and his toolbox, this changing bag will be packed with all the best parenting tools to help you tackle any situation. For this reason, it needs to be able to fit the criteria.
Gone are the days you could choose a cute handbag because it matches your outfit. When selecting a changing bag you need to ask yourself a few questions, is there enough space? Does it come with a changing mat? How can you carry it?
Sound like a bit too much work? Don't worry, we have done all the hard work for you. In this Bababing Erin Changing Bag review, we've taken a look at the bag's functionality, practicality and price tag. So all you need to decide is which colour to opt for - our favourite is grey.
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Overview of the Bababing Erin Changing Bag
Pros
• Multiple storage spaces
• Easy to clean
• Reasonable price point
• Multiple ways to wear
• Not gender limiting
Cons
• Front compartment can be accessed by children
• Can easily become overloaded
• Pushchair straps do not fit all prams
Bababing Erin Changing Bag key features
What's included when you order the bag?
• Erin Tote Changing Bag
• Changing mat and bottle holder
• Netted storage pouch
• Thermal storage pouch
Specifications
• Showerproof fabric
• Thermally insulated large external bottle holder
• Thermally insulated removable internal bottle holder
• Two pouches for separate food, cream and wipes
• External ‘parent pocket’
• Internal ‘parent pocket’
• Easy access nappy and wipe pouches
• Removable large changing mat
• Detachable shoulder strap
• FREE matching pushchair straps
• Bag dimensions: H32 x W38 x D21cm
Testing the Bababing Erin Changing Bag
The changing bag is a great unisex changing bag which can be carried confidentially by either parent. Unfortunately, so many bags are designed solely for women. The Erin Changing Bag can be worn as a handbag or a backpack making it perfect for both mum and dad. It has been designed with the parents at the forefront. The bag has a deep main section fabulous for fitting in changes of clothes, toys, muslins, and so much more.
As with any Bababing changing bag, the Erin Changing Bag has specific pockets for nappies and wipes, as well as also having a large changing mat that comes included with the changing bag. The changing bag has internal and external sections where parents can put their items safely and out of reach of little inquisitive hands, including an internal zipped pocket perfect for keys or your wallet.
Price
As a parent of three, I have had many changing bags. This bag includes so many extras - sold separately these items would cost almost double the price. This bag is designed to last and withstand all of the scrapes the bottom of the buggy has to offer. I think it is very good value for money.
Would you recommend this to other mums?
I have used this bag in excess of six months now to see whether it would stand the test of time. Often when I have used a changing bag it starts well. Then slowly, you realise that it isn't practical or parts begin to break. This is not the case with this Erin Changing Bag - if anything, quite the opposite. One of my favourite features is all of the extra storage. Having thermal food storage bags is a stroke of genius.
How did this product make your life easier?
This bag has made my life much easier. Being the mum of three young children used to mean carrying three separate bags. But now everything I need for day-to-day outings can fit in this one bag. I love that the bag can be attached to the pram. It is a brilliant feature as my changing bag is usually very heavy.
What changes would you make to the Bababing Erin Changing Bag?
If I could make any changes it would be for more colour options, as there are currently only two. Practically, there is nothing I would change about this bag.
Final thoughts
I would give this bag five stars. It truly is a fantastic option for parents. Bababing has come up with solutions for any problems that may arise at a very affordable price.