
This Lin & Leo Changing Bag is a beautiful thing. A fabulous red with cherry print fabric lining, it looks and feels luxurious and has style oozing from every stitch. It was love at first sight for me, but to be sure I took it for a second opinion from the Mummy mafia. They all loved it too and I’ve noticed covetous glances aplenty and even the odd stroke of the soft leather.
There’s no denying of its loveliness, but with 3 kids and a dog I need more than just looks. A changing bag has got to be practical. This one has plenty of pockets, both outside for quick access to keys, mobiles and other essentials as well as inside for all the baby paraphernalia. I regularly pack nappies, wipes, nappy cream, breast pads, camera, various lotions and potions, a full change of baby clothes and some water into the bag and it all fits into the various pockets with some ease and space. An easy wipe changing mat is included which is also trimmed with the same cherry fabric as the rest of the bag, a lovely touch. The bag has shoulder straps for carrying over one arm, and an adjustable strap which means I can hang it over the buggy handle.
The negatives? Even without any of the essential baby kit inside it is a heavy bag. Once fully loaded (and because it is big, fully loaded does mean a LOT of stuff) it really is comparable to an upper body workout at the gym. If I will need to be carrying anything apart from the bag, I tend to leave it behind and cross my fingers it won’t be needed whilst we are out. The pockets are all made of fabric which means if there is any spillage of anything it will be difficult to clean. The fabric nature of the pockets also means that those looking for an insulated pocket to keep food in will be disappointed.
Overall though, this is a lovely bag, which doesn’t look like a changing bag. I’ll be using it for a long time after my boys are past the nappy stage. It is real quality, looks wonderful and I love it.
Did I say that I love it? Did I say that all my friends love it too and are secretly very jealous indeed? Good. *nods*
The Lin & Leo Changing Bag comes in three colours (there’s chocolate and tan too, just in case red isn’t your thing), and can be yours from Lush Baby for £139.
Reviewed by Goddess Emily, who usually resides at PantsWithNames
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