All of a sudden I’m at 36 weeks. Technically by Wednesday, the Pea will be full term and I could theoretically go into labour. Did I mention that we are undertaking a bathroom/laundry renovation as we speak? Are we mad? Um, yes.
Anyway, the weeks have literally slipped by and there are bits and pieces that still require my attention. One of them, being, to find a suitable nappy bag. My main criteria was that it be wipe down/washable, none too precious (so that I have no issue with chucking it in the basket under the pram or in the wash), have a few compartments for bits and pieces but could also be used beyond the baby/toddler years. Not asking for much, am I?
I’ve searched a lot online, and to be honest, most of the true “diaper” bags are also truly hideous. Am I the only one that just doesn’t get the Petunia Pickle Bottom brand? I really don’t want something that looks like Mary Poppins’ carpet bag. Bleugh. Nor do I particularly care for a bag so “functional” that it makes me nod off to sleep.
I’ve got a large Longchamps La Planetes tote, but I think it’s too big and lacking in compartments. This may well come in handy down the track, but I think for now I definitely need something extra.
In my typical style, I spent a few hours researching online, and after going away for a few days, I decided in record speed that the UK brand, Babymel, fitted the bill and the Amanda was the style I was most drawn to. It also has handy stroller clips, so it can be attached to either the handles of the pram or can be stowed below.
And just so Sweet Pea didn’t feel like she was missing out, I bought a discounted Country Road jersey tote as her hospital bag. Can’t wait to fill it with her little singlets, onesies, beanies and muslins 
