Diaper Bag Essentials for Toddlers
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Huggies®. All opinions are 100% mine.
New parents often go to great lengths to make sure they're ready with all the diaper bag essentials for their newborn.
But as they become comfortable with their routine, they sometimes forget that the routine has to change a little as their child grows!
I can't count how many times I've had to rescue a mom from a messy situation because she wasn't prepared with what she needed in her diaper bag. Don't be the mom who's not prepared!
Have these diaper bag essentials packed and ready for your toddler!
1. Diapers
Of course, what good would a diaper bag be without diapers? When you have an active toddler, you want to make sure you have high-quality diapers that are going to be comfortable for long periods of time.
We got Huggies® Snug & Dry Ultra Diapers at Walmart.com and have found them to be great for keeping our daughter dry for long periods of time. The unique quilted liner locks away wetness better and the Leak Lock System with its quick-absorbing layers offer up to 12 hours of protection!
2. Wipes
You can never have too many baby wipes. You'll use them for far more than diaper changes. Washing your little ones hands before eating on the go, cleaning up spills in the car, and wiping sticky faces are just a few of the things you'll need them for.
3. Diaper Disposal Bags
The older your toddler gets, the worse those diapers are going to stink! Make sure you have a place to put the dirty ones while you look for the nearest trash can. You really don't want to leave a dirty diaper sitting out in the car!
4. Snacks
A hungry toddler is a grouchy toddler. Make sure you're always prepared with something to feed your little one!
5. Cup
Your toddler needs plenty to drink throughout the day. Make sure you're prepared with a full cup in the diaper bag!
6.Blanket
Sometimes you'll be out during nap time. If your little one will need to snooze in the car or stroller, make sure you're prepared with a blanket.
7. Change of clothes
Diaper blowouts aren't usually as much of a problem with an older toddler, especially if you're using high quality diapers like Huggies® Snug & Dry Ultra Diapers (available exclusively at Walmart.com.) However, your active toddler will find lots of ways to get dirty, whether it's jumping in the mud puddle or being a messy eater. Make sure you have clean clothes in the bag.
8. Pajamas
Many times you'll find yourself out later than you intended. Keep pajamas in the diaper bag and you can get your toddler into a fresh diaper and pajamas before you head home so they can go straight to bed.
9. Lovey/pacifier
If your toddler has a special animal, blankie, or doll, be sure to keep it in the diaper bag when you're out. If they get tired, you'll be glad to have it with you. If they still use a pacifier, make sure to have one (or two or three) with you also.
10. Toys
Chances are you'll end up somewhere that is boring to your toddler. Make sure you have a way to keep them occupied.
11. Hand sanitizer
If it's gross, your toddler will touch it. Be prepared.
You can buy the Huggies® Snug & Dry Ultra Diapers exclusively at Walmart.com.