Perfect for mothers of twins or multiple toddlers
Written: Nov 14 '01
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Pros: Big enough for short trips with two in diapers.
Cons: Still doesn't make it for long trips.
The Bottom Line: This is a big diaper bag. If you don't have two in diapers, you will be carrying a lot of stuff you don't need.
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| sofarsogood's Full Review: Lands' End Do It All Diaper Bag |
I received my Lands' End Do It All Diaper Bag as a Christmas present before my second was born. Considering that my daughters are 15 months apart, I needed something that could really tote a lot and would make it through the wear and tear of running all over town.
Our first diaper bag was a very pretty cloth one with a vinyl waterproof lining. Unfortunately, that type of material doesn't hold up real well. The liner tore out at the seams and the handle broke after a year of use. The Lands' End bag is made of heavy nylon backed with plastic. That means that the waterproofing is actually adhered to the material. Nothing can rip out or fall apart in that scheme. The bag has two handles, one to carry shoulder style and the other a pair of handhold. They are sewn on really well and the shoulder straps hooks on with sturdy plastic hooks that turn easily.
My bag is an older model of the same size and style. I have to admit that I like the older one better. The front pocket zipper goes straight across on mine and there is a second flat pocket just behind it. There still seems to be a lot of extra pouches and add ons that I don't use. I can keep it organized with my diapering supplies in one pocket and clothes, food, toys in another. The back wide pocket is terrific for a cup or book for the ride. My model also has the side pockets made of the heavy nylon. Granted you can't see what is in them, it is a lot cleaner for a pacifier or a set of keys. The newer model actually retails for less than the older model, and has a redesigned bottom made of vinyl with some changes to the pockets. They made the waterproof pouch bigger and added a roll-up organizer that would really be nice.
This is a big diaper bag. For day-to-day trips around town, you will find yourself toting a lot of extra stuff that you don't need. For mothers of twins or toddlers close in age, this is probably the minimum size to use, but it still isn't big enough for travel. Now that my oldest is potty trained, I pulled back out my leather purse and keep the bag in the car when we run around town.
Here's a thought though: If you are purchasing a diaper bag for the first time, you might want to check with people you know with kids first. They have battlescared bags that they know the positive and negative aspects of. If you plan to breastfeed, chances are you won't carry as much in your diaper bag as a mom who bottle feeds. If you like to have your own toys to play with whereever you are, your going to need space to carry them. This is a great bag, in fact all of the Land's End bags are really good, but you may not need all of this space or you might want a lot more.
Recommended:
Yes
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