When we were expecting our first child, I had a list of about 300 items we needed. But my husband, also excited about the impending arrival of Baby #1, didn’t care about many details beyond the crib (easy to install, please!) and the stroller (solid turning radius a must!). However, one thing that he really did want was one of the growingly popular Dad Diaper Bags.
Here’s the thing: it’s easy enough to say you and your male partner can share a diaper bag. I’m sure many couples make this work. But for us, sharing isn’t always caring. First of all, my husband and I have very different taste. While I love logos and anything girly-chic, he is a fan of classic, clean lines and understated designs. (I mean, he’s a dude. This isn’t entirely surprising).
Furthermore, we both like our stuff to feel like just that: our stuff. I don’t want him poking around in the secret stash of Swedish Fish I keep in my diaper bag pockets, and he isn’t too keen on me taking swigs of water from his Yeti. So, for all these reasons and also the convenience of each keeping a bag in our own cars, we decided he needed his own diaper bag. After reading endless reviews and toting all the top contenders around baby stores, we went with one of these. Which one’s your favorite diaper bag for dads?
Top 10 Best Diaper Bags for Dads This Father's Day
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PacaPod Picos Pack Backpack
This ultra slick, practical daddy diaper bag features an award-winning three-in-one organizational system: there's a changing "pod" for clothes and diapers, one with compartments for bottles, and a portable changing pad in its own pod. The vertical zipper is a cinch for dads-on-the-go, and its waterproof exterior make this dad bag a no-brainer.
Buy It: Pottery Barn Kids
Price: $170 -
Skip Hop Dash Signature Messenger Bag
Low-key dads used to carrying not much more than their own gear will love this simple, easy-to-use messenger bag from Skip Hop. Loaded up with 11 separate compartments for storing everything he needs for himself and the baby, plus easy-access side pockets for bottles and sippies, the Skip Hop also converts from a shoulder bag to a stroller bag with a few simple clicks.
Buy It: Amazon
Price: $40 -
Eddie Bauer Backpack
A dad bag so cool he can almost pretend he's, well, still cool himself. I love the neutral colors of this one and dads will enjoy throwing it on like any other backpack. He's sure to be prepared with this smart backpack featuring temperature-controlled side pockets to keep milk and baby food ready, a fold-out changing pad, easy-access wipes case and plenty of space for all of baby's gear.
Buy It: Target
Price: $59.99 -
Deuce 2.0 Tactical Diaper Bag Combo Set
Into the lives of even the most macho of dads, diaper changes must come. This line of baby gear hilariously celebrates fatherhood with its "military-grade" dad bags, including the 2.0 set: the bag has a detachable comfort-fit strap; all the bells, whistles, and pockets he could ever need; bottle and "dump" pouches; and a changing mat.
Buy It: Tactical Baby Gear
Price: $150 -
Paper Clip JoJo Changing Bag
Anything to make Dad's life easier is a yes, so the roll-out diaper changing station on this bag scores major points. At first glance you'd never guess it's a diaper bag, but the interior of this leather diaper backpack is smartly designed with easy-access pockets and a wide view that lets you see where everything is -- making those desperate scrambles at feeding and changing times just a bit easier on parents.
Buy It: Amazon
Price: $125 -
Leader Julien Modern Leather Diaper Bag
A minimalist parent's dream: this lush leather diaper bag has a waterproof interior, pull-cord to tighten, and ten separate compartments for stashing baby's must-haves. Moms and dads alike love the padded straps and chic modern aesthetic of this upscale diaper bag.
Buy It: Leader Bag Co
Price: $225 -
Jeep Perfect Pockets
Affordable, simple, and to the point: this dad diaper bag has everything he needs and nothing that he doesn't. Tons of interior and exterior pockets take the guesswork out of outings with baby; there's even a top-loading mini pocket for emergency diaper changes.
Buy It: Amazon
Price: $45 -
Lillian Rose "Daddy's Little Project" Bag
Specifically designed for dads, this toolbag-inspired bag features a classic, masculine look and easy-to-use design. He can carry it by hand, on his shoulder, or as a stroller bag. Easy-access exterior pockets allow plenty of space for everything he and the baby need.
Buy It: Amazon
Price: $45 -
Fisher Price Fast Finder Deluxe Diaper Bag
Dads everywhere will appreciate even the name of this adaptable diaper bag. The "fast finder" keeps everything he needs within easy access to cut down on stress and drama on his outings with baby. Its reinforced footed bottom lets this diaper messenger bag sit on its own so he can focus during changes and feedings, and plenty of pockets as well as a fold-out changing pad and included wipes dispenser make the transition to Dad Life just a little bit easier.
Buy It: Amazon
Price: $44.99 -
Mogix Smart Baby Device-Charging Diaper Bag
With a diaper bag that keeps his smart phone and tablets charged on-the-go, Dad will have one less thing to worry about. Not only is this universal charging bag great for devices, it's also a comfortable, sleek diaper backpack for daily use. Including a wet-dry bag for surprise mishaps, formula/food container, and diaper charging mat, it's got everything he needs in a diaper bag and it doesn't look like one.
Buy It: Amazon
Price: $59.95
