Depending on where you are going or how long you will be out, there are quite a few items to remember when packing diaper bags. Here are just a few basics that you may or may not have thought of. There are the obvious ones: diapers, baby wipes, formula and bottles, an extra set of clothes, diaper ointment, and a changing pad or burp cloth. Other items might include blankets, nursing pads if breastfeeding, one or two bibs, a pacifier or teether, a couple of plastic bags for dirty diapers or clothes, and antibacterial hand cleaner.
One thing you might not think of is sunscreen, which is very important as a baby’s skin is especially vulnerable to UV rays. Even if you are just going outside for a quick walk, remember to apply sunscreen! Keeping a disposable camera in your diaper bag is another item that is great to have for those “If only I had a camera” moments. A compact camera bag is perfect to protect your camera if your bag doesn’t have a padded pocket. It is also good to keep snacks on hand, especially if you have young toddlers.
When shopping for your diaper bag, consider all of the messes and abuse that the bag will take in just a couple of years. Look for fabrics that can be easily cleaned. A great way to get the fabric you love without worrying about getting it ruined is to buy vinyl or faux leather that is easy to wipe down at the end of the day. Or look for a bag with a clear plastic covering that will serve as a protective and cleanable layer.
The Gold Brocade version of the Soapbox Bags Moppet Fabric Diaper Bag is certainly a thing of beauty. It reminds me of an old tapestry or a ceiling in a historic manor. 
