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Totally agree with you. It's easier to reach into a tote bag w/ one are too :)

I love the messenger bags, but like a tote bag style better for storing baby items. I like that it "sits up" better.

I still would like a baby bag with pockets and more geared towards the specific uses of a baby bag.

When will the new bag be out on the market? – Maderra, on May 23, 2008 22:46

IN HERRINGBONE!

Very cool! We continue to <3 Timbuk2. – Amy Muller, on April 30, 2008 23:04

Holly cow, awesome! This is *the* perfect baby-shower gift. Thanks guys!

I wish Lilia could take the credit but I believe the inspiration came from our latest Artist Workshop.

Right on! – Eric Suesz, on April 29, 2008 05:29

Wow! It's actually happening. That's awesome. I wonder if the recent wave of new babies at Timbuk2 had anything to do with it.

It's in the works: http://www.timbuk2.com/blog/2008/04/1...

It's in the works: http://www.timbuk2.com/blog/2008/04/1...

It's in the works: http://www.timbuk2.com/blog/2008/04/1...

In a perfect world you could configure any Timbuk2 bag as a diaper bag. Based on the idea of the "build your own bag" but with ability to add or remove options inside the bag as well. Yes, some say I am a dreamer......

It would be better based on the Metro or XSmall or Small messenger bag. Something that won't dump all of the contents when it falls over in the car or slides off your shoulder or the back of the stroller. Maybe the diaper pad could be built into the flap as a fold out so it was all ready to go as a portable changing station.

Take a look at this - the team is working on sort of a 'super hero mom bag'

http://www.timbuk2.com/blog/

A diaper pad insert would be wonderful as well. My husband and I are Timbuk2 fans also (we each have a messenger bag for work and school) and would love to have a great bag like what we have now!

Hi! I too was in the search for the perfect diaper bag when I found out that I was having twins. Timbuk2 did not make one so I outfitted my small before they were born.
Here is a list of things that I got for it:
- Patemn Pad: http://www.patemm.com/
- One of the best things that I purchased and have (3) of them. Can fit the wipes, cream
& wipes in the pockets & for quick outtings that do not require a whole diaper bag...I
could place a change of clothes in it too.
*Recommend that you get the large size.....kids are now 2 & still use it on the road &
at home too.
-Some wet bags for wet clothes or dry ones....dirty cloth diapers...and wet washclothes to use instead of wipes.
-Pacifier holder
-Small holder for bottles.

I tried to keep it as simple as I could. I also had a bigger diaper bag for longer trips.

Now that the kids are 2...I keep a diaper bag packed (with everything that I think that I could ever need) in the car for emergancies. But I am now (daily) just carrying a small market tote. With the help of Jamie at timbuk2, I was able to get the extra shoulder strap D-Rings added (THANKS JAMIE). And boy what a difference it has made to be able to wear it like a messenger bag.....but to have it hang down long wise...when I have to run after them. My bag has the following inside:
1. My stuff.......wallet, keys, palm phone, ipod, misc bag with small things....everything that I would carry in a purse
2. Patemn Pad (Diapers(6) & Wipes & even an extra pair of pants stuffed into a pocket for each)
3. Pack of wipes for those messy hands
4. (2) sippy cups
5. (1) kaloo orange kitty....& (1) bahbah
6. snacks
7. misc stuff
One other thing that I like about the market tote is that it is open & I do not have to fool with trying to open it to get something out.

I agree that it would be great for them to make a diaper bag, but with a little imagination...you can create one for yourself and still be able to use it after you do not need it anymore....or even better.....they could use it for school...if it is not a large one.

I will have to post pictures of this bag & its contents.
Hope this helps.

I recommend a medium. I think the small might be a bit (er...) small, especially once you throw in the changing mat and box o'wipes. A medium would give you enough room to carry plenty of diapers plus a change of clothes for the little guy (just in case).

If you want, you could have an extra divider added as you go through the BYO engine, but I don't think it's necessary.

Congrats, and have fun outfitting your mega-cool, manly diaper bag.

I was going to get a new messenger anyway (in a custom color scheme!) but I was curious- what's the general consensus with respect to the best size bag for use as a "baby-bag?"

And thanks for the kind words and great advice!