One of the key new accessories that every new mum needs is a nice nappy bag. This is the bag that you will lug around with you everywhere for a good two years so treat yourself to one you like.
Personally, I didn’t fancy any of the nappy-specific bags in the baby shops and found that the two ‘non-nappy’ bags I used did the job perfectly.
The key is to identify your needs. For me, I did a lot of walking and, once the baby was big enough, cycling, so I loved the cross-body satchel style for walking (perfect for hanging from the pram handle) and a backpack that was virtually grafted on to me by the end of my maternity leave for cycling. Look for a bag with lots of handy pockets and storage. I also used a small makeup bag inside the bag to carry messier items like nipple cream and vaseline; this kept the whole bag that bit neater. Also, make sure that the straps are not too skinny and will be comfortable to carry for longer periods.
Here’re 10 chic nappy bag alternatives for under €50:
Tan holdall, €52 at Tophop
Quilted backpack, €24.99 at New Look
Red holdall, €24.99 at Parfois
Mesh and canvas shopper, €39 at Cos
Patterned bowling bag, €34.99 at Parfois
Backpack, €29.99 at H&M
Sporty backpack, €49.29 at Asos
Patterned canvas shoulder bag, €26.76 at Asos
Patterned boxy shoulder bag, €45.95 at Zara
Two tone backpack, €49.95 at Zara
