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FOR ALL GLAMOROUS MOTHERS-TO-BE

This is in the luxury diaper bag

No, no, no, this Birkin did not serve as a diaper bag. It's not that bad for me yet. But I did have one from Prada. Yes, sorry. I wasn't in the mood for such a bourgeois bag and besides, as a new mother, there are enough circumstances (read here but) that make you less beautiful (milk stains on your shoulder, snot in your hair, and all sorts of other things you'll find out about later) that it's important to have the things you CAN manage in order. Hence, the diaper bag. From Prada, yes.

But the contents can also make your life a lot easier and more enjoyable. At the request of certain people whose names I will not mention (hi Jet) I share the ingredients of the luxury diaper bag with things you might not have expected.

1. Shower caps

Yes, you read that right. If you're staying in a hotel, take the plastic shower caps with you. When you visit someone, it's quite rude to roll in with those filthy wheels of your Bugaboo. If you just put those shower caps over the wheels, you're the ideal guest.

2. K2R Stain Spray

Things can sometimes get messy when you have small children with you. That's why I had this stain spray that you can use dry in the bag. Also ideal for brides, by the way...

3. Dettol wipes and disinfectant

I still have those with me whenever possible. Always handy for a quick refresh...

4. Bubble solution

Bubble solution is magic. Any crying or unhappy child (or grumpy dad having a playdate next to you in the sandbox) becomes so happy with a few dancing bubbles in the air. Really, the cheapest antidepressant in the world.

5. Petite et Maman by Bulgari

Without going into details, I can tell you that it's a good idea to have a fragrance with you and since we're already talking about caps, how nice if you and your baby smell the same. Moreover, a heavy scent is not a good idea around a baby.

6. Toilet seat wipes

And now you have kids and you're going to spend a lot of time in messy playgrounds, Kid's Zoo-like places, and, avoid it as long as you can, TunFun. From years of experience, I can tell you that the toilets there are not always sparkling clean. Then such a toilet seat cover can be a tremendous relief.

7. The DVD

Okay, okay, call me a bad mother, but if you want to eat with your love such a small DVD recorder (when they are a bit older) can make the difference that allows you to enjoy your starter and main course. Frozen in it and how nice that you all have it.

If you really find a designer bag ridiculous for this reason (I get it, I get it) then I think a nice cardboard bag you get at a more upscale store is also a perfect idea. Or you make one yourself. Nice denim fabric, big zipper in it, and two leather handles attached and you are the princess of the playground.