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What’s in my changing bag (mum essentials)
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items A real look inside my changing bag as a mum of three — a breastfed toddler in nappies and two older girls.
The everyday essentials I actually use, the snack savers, and the little practical bits that make busy days out easier.
Simple, realistic, and ...
Bepanthen is the nappy cream I consistently repurchase. It’s gentle, easy to apply, and great for helping protect little skin from irritation when we’re out and about.
I keep it in my changing bag for everyday use and longer days out — it’s one of th...
Bepanthen Nappy Care Ointment 100g
I always keep at least one muslin cloth in my changing bag. They’re one of those multi-use items you end up reaching for constantly — wiping hands and faces, mopping up spills, feeding cover, or quick clean-ups on the go.
Lightweight, easy to wash, a...
Muslin cloths — everyday changing bag essential
These are the wipes I keep in my changing bag, mainly because of the clip lid. It keeps the wipes properly sealed so they don’t dry out at the bottom of the bag, and they’re much easier to grab one at a time when you’re mid-change or cleaning sticky ...
Pampers Harmonie Baby Wipes — clip-lid pack
These live in my changing bag at all times. Themed plasters fix most minor bumps and scrapes instantly — sometimes the character is more important than the cut.
Perfect for park trips, school runs, and those dramatic “I’m injured” moments. A small es...
Disney Frozen plasters — changing bag must-have
This is the type of hand sanitiser I prefer in my changing bag — a spray rather than a gel. It’s quick to use, dries fast, and doesn’t leave hands feeling sticky, which makes it much easier with little ones.
Compact enough to keep on hand for park tr...
Merci Handy Energising Hand Sanitising Spray — quick, non-sticky clean
This hemp hand cream is one of my go-to moisturisers for busy days out. It’s rich and nourishing without being greasy, so it helps keep hands soft after sanitising, playground play, and constant washing.
Perfect to pop in your changing bag alongside ...
Hemp hand cream — deep hydration for dry hands
This is the lip balm I keep in my bag for simple, no-fuss hydration. It’s lightweight but nourishing, and helps keep lips soft without feeling thick or sticky.
Great for everyday use — especially in colder weather or after lots of time outdoors. A sm...
The Ordinary Squalane + Amino Acids Lip Balm — everyday lip hydration
This is the kind of suncream I like for busy days out — the trigger spray makes it much quicker to apply, especially with a toddler who doesn’t want to stand still.
SPF50 broad-spectrum protection for park days, holidays, and school runs in warmer we...
Solait Kids Trigger Spray SPF50 — quick, easy sun protection
This Stanley Transit Mug is my everyday go-to for hot drinks when I’m out and about — whether that’s school runs, park trips, or quick errands.
The insulated design keeps coffee warm for hours, the size is perfect for a grown-up drink without being b...
Stanley AeroLight 0.35L Transit Mug — insulated coffee on the go
This magnetic power bank is one of those modern mum essentials — practical but still pretty. It snaps onto your phone for easy charging on the go, which is ideal for long park days, school runs, travel, or content days when your battery drains fast.
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BURGA “Get It” Magnetic Power Bank — stylish on-the-go charging
I always keep a spare pair of socks in my bag — especially in summer when they’ve left the house in sandals and we end up at soft play.
A cute multi-pack like this means there’s always a clean pair ready for those “shoes off but socks required” momen...
H&M 5-Pack Motif Socks (Hello Kitty) — soft play spare essential
This foldable changing mat is one of those quiet essentials that makes being out with a toddler so much easier. It folds up compactly to sit in the bag without taking over, but opens out to give a clean, comfortable surface wherever you need it.
Ligh...
H&M Foldable Changing Mat (Beige/Floral) — on-the-go essential