Pack the Perfect Purse | From Diaper Bag to Purse
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I finally made it back into the world of most adult woman.
I started carrying a purse… again.
I have been carrying a diaper bag, or kids bag, for nearly 8 years. It seemed strange to me to when I no longer needed a bag for diapers, wipes, toys, sippy cups, and my things.
I was left with “my things” and nowhere to stash them.
Yep, I tried my pockets. That worked for about a month then I got tired of the lumps and bumps when I sat down (it’s ok to laugh at me).
I won’t lie, I totally enjoyed my “bag free” month. Nothing to keep an eye on in the cart, nothing to forget in the car. Just pure nothing.
But, alas, I could not put everything I really wanted to carry with me into my pockets (and still move).
So, I purchased my trusted Bagalini and stuffed it to my heart’s content.
So here is a peek inside my purse. I tried to be efficient with my space, but yet still be prepared for life with 4 kids.
- smart phone: you have to stay connected, right?
- wallet: no money, no honey
- sunglasses: protect your eyes and prevent crows feet
- backup battery for phone: power is everything
- mints: coffee breath is not attractive
- first aid kit: kids get hurt, carry the basics
- hand sanitizer: grocery carts gross me out
- Poise pads: for life’s little leaks
- lotion: for dry hands and legs
- lip balm: to avoid chapped lips
- stain stick: because kids are just as messy at 5 & 7 as they were at 2 & 4
- pen: you always need one when you don’t have it
- coupons: if I don’t put them in my purse I’ll forget until I walk into the store
- keys: cars don’t drive themselves!
- tissue: if it’s not their nose it’s mine
- hair pick or brush: even a beautiful pony tail can look like a rats nest after 10 minutes
- ibuprofen (missing from picture): for extended shopping trips with kids
- snack (missing from picture): in case you need a pick me up until you get home
This list usually has me covered for just about every occasion. From person oopsies to kid’s mishaps.
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You have almost everything I have but a few more in my purse are: purse-size flashlight, sewing kit, manicure kit and eyeglass repair kit.
I’ll have to pick up my free sample, too. Thanks! You carry just about everything I carry in my purse. I’m always prepared for anything!
I always have a nail file in my purse too. I pretty much have everything on that list!
Our purse must haves seem very similar. I also include a few feminine care items for those surprise early or late monthly moments.