Best Maternity Bags & What To Pack Them With: Midwife Recommended (2025)
Why a Good Maternity Bag Matters
A good hospital or maternity bag is going to be key for your birth - and it’s less about what’s in there (although still important) but more about how it’s organised! The amount of times I’ve seen women or their partners rooting through the bag, desperately trying to find the thing they’re looking for, whilst exhausted or in pain from birth. That is the LAST thing you want to be doing.
In addition to this, you want to be packing with efficiency in mind. When you first start heading out with your baby, you’ll pack the kitchen sink. This is totally normal, so don’t worry about it. But it’s often the super boring things that you’ll really lean on more than anything. I’m talking wet wipes for example. You will wet wipe literally everything. It will be your answer to every question and it will be your hero in every crisis. Let’s look at the features that are key when choosing your maternity bag.
Top Features to Look for in a Maternity Bag
Comfort is king - I would really recommend a bag that either sits on your back with shoulder straps, or if you’re going for the more up market one shoulder look, be sure to have a wide strap that's cushioned for your shoulder.
Easy to clean - You and this bag are going shoulder to shoulder into the postpartum trenches and there will be many dirty nappies and vomit heading your way. Make sure it’s a wipe down material, or even better, one you can stick in the washing machine!
A separate change mat - This is going to be the bulk of the tasks that this bag is responsible for so make sure it comes with a mat that has enough cushioning for your little one but also stores away with ease.
Pockets - We want multiple compartments for all the different things that are heading in there, but most importantly, it should have bottle pockets. The elastic section thats going to hold any bottles or liquid in place and in an upright position.
Best Maternity Bags for 2025
Skip Hop Forma Changing Backpack
Renowned for its spacious design and multiple compartments, this backpack offers ample storage for baby essentials. It includes a cushioned changing pad and insulated side pockets for bottles.
£64.99 on Amazon
Ruvalino Diaper Bag Backpack
Praised for its comfort and organisation, this bag features wide shoulder straps and insulated drink pockets, making it a favourite among parents.
£34.98 on Amazon
BabbleRoo Baby Changing Bag Backpack
This multi-functional, waterproof bag comes with a changing pad, stroller straps, and a pacifier case. Its unisex design and positive reviews make it a popular choice.
£38.89 on Amazon
Hap Tim Baby Nappy Changing Bag
Valued for its affordability and spaciousness, this bag offers numerous pockets and an optional lower compartment for additional storage.
£29.99 on Amazon