Okay real talk about traveling with toddlers. It can be pure chaos, and every little bit of forward thought and organization can make a big difference. So if you've ever tried using a regular diaper bag for a trip, you know the struggle. You're on a plane, and everything is a mess inside that black hole of a bag. You're trying to find the only snack acceptable, squeeze out the toy to calm during an in-seat meltdown, or urgently yank out a diaper, wipes and changing pad to beat the next person to the lavatory. I've been there, desperately dumping out the contents of our bag on the floor of the plane on the edge of a tantrum. And I was over it.
Then, as fate would have it, I was making our packing list for Italy when the founders of the No Reception Club Getaway Bag were interviewed on our local news. This bag sounded like travel bag dreams, designed to tackle the very challenges of traveling with little ones. I was intrigued enough to purchase it. My skeptical husband thought I'd lost it buying more gear, but trust me, at the airport, he got it. Having a specially designed diaper bag for travel isn't just another “baby item,” it's a sanity saver.
The Hierarchy of Needs for Toddler Travel
After 25+ flights, here's my essential list of needs for traveling with a toddler:
- Quick access to your phone, wallet, and passport.
- Diapers for one full day and night or a travel potty with backup clothes.
- Enough snacks, drinks and milk to last the day. Pro tip: bring shelf stable milk cartons.
- Entertainment to prevent meltdowns, including space for iPad, headphones and toys.
- Sleep essentials for on-the-go naps like a stuffed animal, blanket and sound machine.
Based on this list, what should you look for in a travel bag? A backpack-style for hands-free toddler chasing, multiple compartments for all the things, easy access pockets (because time is of the essence), lightweight yet sturdy, waterproof (because spills), an insulated spot for snacks, and yes, even a space for my laptop and personal items. TLDR a bag clearly made for parent travelers.
How The Getaway Bag Meets These Needs
Pure genius design, that’s how.
- Organized Like a Dream: Organize everything from diapers to entertainment in three distinct sections with its unique shelving system. Not to mention a separate side pocket for items you’ll need frequent instant access to.
- Instant Side Access: Open the main compartment and get exactly what you need with one hand.
- Holds All The Things: I am continuously shocked by how much fits in this bag. No need to bring along a rolling carry-on to fit those emergency items for the day. It even fits a travel potty!
- Emergency Compartment: A separate, odor-containing, waterproof section for those messy moments.
- Parent Pockets: Keep your sunglasses, phone, wallet, and AirPods safe and separate.
- Comfort: Despite its capacity, the bag is surprisingly lightweight and comfortable. For reference, I'm 5'3″ and it doesn't feel too big on my frame. Air mesh padding on the shoulder straps adds extra comfort during those long travel days.
- Smart Accessories: Store healthy snacks or milk in the insulated lunch bag. Quickly attach the bag to your travel stroller with the 2 included stroller straps.
- Dedicated Laptop Pocket: Keep your laptop safe with the padded 15″ laptop sleeve in a completely separate compartment with zippers for chargers, smartly designed along the back of the bag.
- Wide luggage pass-through: No struggling to squeeze this over your handle, the extra wide luggage pass-through accommodates larger handles on roller bags.
Ready for Smoother Travels with Your Toddler?
The No Reception Club Getaway Bag isn't just another piece of travel gear; it's a necessity for the traveling family. It’s transformed our travel experiences from stressful to streamlined. No wonder it was awarded Babylist’s Best Travel Diaper Bag of 2023. It's 100% worth the investment IMO. Trust me, you'll wonder how you ever traveled without it.
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