What to look for in a Baby Bag

"Through my experience of raising two girls, I learnt that the best baby bags need to be durable but lightweight, roomy but compact, fashionable but timeless. Every part of this bag has been considered, tried and tested." Founder Anna Vidovic

Chances are, if you’ve landed here, you're knee-deep in baby prep and wondering which baby bag will actually keep up with you. Good news — you’re in the right place. We’ve taken the guesswork out and whipped up a handy checklist of must-haves to help you find a baby bag that’s equal parts practical and beautiful. Because yes, you really can have both.

Lightweight

✨ Keep it light, because once you add in all of your essentials, your shoulder will be aching under the strain. Our bags weigh just 900gram - around the same as a mango.

✨ A lightweight baby bag also makes it easy to attach to your travel pram, adding extra convenience for busy parents.

Durability

✨ Designed with daily use in mind, look for a bag with heavy duty hardware, reinforced stitching, and quality fabric used both for the outer shell and lining.

✨Reviews are a great way to guage how satisfied actual existing customers are with their purchase.

Why functionality matters

✨ Your baby bag = your mobile HQ – snacks, nappies, wipes, outfits... it all lives here.

✨ One-handed access is a must – because you’ll almost never have two free hands.

✨ Pockets, pockets, pockets – for sorting the chaos (and actually finding things).

✨ Insulated bottle spots – because cold milk meltdowns are real.

✨Spacious, but not bulky – it should fit everything and still fit under the pram.

Spacious

✨ Babies travel heavy – nappies, wipes, spare clothes, bottles, snacks... times two (or three).

✨ Room for your stuff too – because your phone, keys, and wallet need a home.

✨ Expandable is everything – for those just-in-case extras that somehow become must-haves.

✨ No black hole vibes – roomy, but organised, so you’re not elbow-deep searching for a dummy.

✨ Fits under the pram or over your shoulder – because space shouldn’t mean bulky.

Lots of Compartments

✨ A spacious main internal compartment.

✨ 3 smaller compartments.

✨ 1 built in wet bag.

✨ 2 built in thermal bottle holders with elastic rim.

✨ 1 external compartment with double zipper close for easy to reach essentials on the go.

Easy to Carry

Simplify travelling with your little ones and the luggage that goes with it.

✨ Bonus points for hands-free parenting options. Our bag is designed with sturdy side straps with velcro fastenings that attach directly to your pram’s handlebars.

✨ Our shoulder straps are padded for extra shoulder support and comfort.

✨ Comes with a long extendable cross-body strap ideal for travel.

Classic colour and design

✨ You’ll use it every day – so it should feel like you, not just baby gear.

✨ Goes with everything – because mismatched chaos is for the inside of the bag, not your outfit.

✨ Classic over trendy – think clean lines, neutral tones, and styles that still look good post-nappy era.

✨ Dad-friendly too – no neon baby animals here (unless that’s your thing).

✨ A bag you’ll actually want to carry – to the park, brunch, or even the office.

✨ Longevity wins – because a well-designed bag won’t go out of style or fall apart by year two.

Machine Washable

✨ Spills happen – milk leaks, squished snacks, mystery goo... it’s all part of the ride.

✨ Wipes only do so much – sometimes that bag needs a proper bath.

✨ No stress cleaning – just toss it in and let the machine do its thing.

3 month warranty

✨ Did you know all our pieces come with a 6-month warranty? Because a baby bag should be an investment, not a throwaway.

✨ Look for a bag you can rely on, not replace in six months.

Sustainable

✨ Little people, big impact – making conscious choices now shapes their future.

✨ Less waste, more love – because the world doesn’t need more throwaway stuff.

✨ Made from 100% Recycled Nylon, every single Philé baby bag is taking fabric waste that would otherwise be polluting our oceans or sitting in landfills.