I was contacted recently by the team behind Pink Lining, telling me about their stylish changing bags and asking me to take a look at the website. I'm past the changing bag phase now (phew) but I know lots of you still have babies and toddlers so I checked them out and was very impressed - I wish I'd had one a few years back...
I was offered my choice from the entire Pink Lining changing bag range and it wasn't easy to find one favourite. After much deliberation, I opted for the Bramley Tote in Hydrangea because I loved the striped straps that are adjustable to suit any pram. It was always a frustration for me that not all changing bags sit well over prams as well as buggies (and don't get me started on twin buggies!!) You can read more about the strap design and see photos of it attached to a pram on the Pink Lining website.
Inside, the bags have pink lining (obviously!), a decent sized changing mat, a wet bag, an insulated bottle cover, small mirror, key fob to clip your car keys onto (so you don't lose them in the bottom of the bag) and several pockets for smaller items. On the outside, it's got two large zipped compartments. Big ticks for the extra pockets - you can never have enough of these.
But I'm most impressed that you can pick up additional bottle holders & changing mats on the Pink Lining website - great for mums with 2 or more little ones. Additionally, you can find a matching wallet or co-ordinating phone cover...and so much more. There's even ultra comfy ballet pumps which help with back and joint pain during pregnancy (and beyond....I've my eye on the navy pair!)
To give the bag some perspective, I styled it up with a simple mum-friendly outfit - skinny jeans, long wedge boots, a flattering draped cardigan and a scarf (all old favourites from my wardrobe).
I know I say it all the time but scarves are great for pulling an outfit together but they're also useful for breast feeding - especially if you're still getting the hang of it in the early days - AND for making a sling to carry your tiny one in (loads of video tutorials on YouTube).
So now for the best bit - I'm giving this gorgeous Bramley bag, worth £69.99, to one lucky reader. To be in with a chance of winning, simply follow the instructions on the rafflecopter app below. And if, like me, you're past the changing bag stage, wouldn't this make an amazing gift for someone who's expecting or just given birth?
The giveaway will close next Sunday evening at midnight and I'll announce the winner on Monday. UK entries only.
Good luck!
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my changing bag essential is alcohol gel, perfect post nappy changes on the go and some lovely hand cream to bring back a bit of luxury in your life!
ReplyDeleteMy changing bag must have is nappy bags and a change of clothes you have no idea how many times I have had to change my little boy when out. I now carry three pairs of clothes everywhere!
ReplyDeleteThe zip just broke on my changing bag - fate says that I should win this competition! #fingerscrossed Really enjoy reading your blog Avril - it's helping me to get out of my post-baby style rut :) Zoe
ReplyDeleteOops forgot to say - my changing bag essential is several spare pairs of baby socks as my little one is always kicking them off!
ReplyDeleteBesides the obvious nappies, wipes & hand gel, my changing bag essential has to be my mini make up bag which always contains hand cream & lip balm.
ReplyDeleteChanging bag must have at the moment is dentinox & teething toys for Felix and raisins & water for Elodie :)
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ReplyDeleteEntered as my daughter is pregnant and this will save a few pennies at this very expensive time x
ReplyDeleteLove this bag, not to big not too small for all baby essentials x
ReplyDeleteWould love this for a friend who just had a baby .
ReplyDeleteHand sanitizer gel is a must for the nappy bag when you are out and about!
ReplyDeleteAfter trying to get pregnant for 4 years with a 2nd child, our IVF has worked! Going to be needing a bag like this to help get us all out of the door on the school run come next year!
ReplyDeleteLove their changing bags, I've often admired one my friend has.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful changing bag! I love all the pockets, you can never have too many! And I always like somewhere you can attach your keys, a changing bag can be like a tardis at times, you can never find anything! Finally, it needs to be wipeable, I have gotten so much nappy cream and milk over mine!
ReplyDeleteNever leave home without lipgloss, tissues, spare dummies
ReplyDeleteand Sudocrem in the changing bag!
muslin, bepanthen
ReplyDeleteMy changing bag essential is a bottle of water - I'm feeding twins & seem to be thirsty ALL the time!,
ReplyDeleteWith slightly older little ones, I've always got raisins and bottles of water in my change bag!
ReplyDeletemy changing bag essential is hand gel (and also the hand cream!!!)
ReplyDeleteMy changing bag must have with 4 little ones is sweets for emergency moments- and definitely a lipstick!!!! X
ReplyDeleteThird baby on the way, my baby bag essentials- muslin cloths and baby wipes. X
ReplyDeleteMy changing bag must have is a muslin, a great multi tasker as a nursing cover, emergency bib, shoulder cover for burping, light blanket and sunshade, and I am sure this is not an exhaustive list!
ReplyDeleteHi Avril,
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this! Five months pregnant with our first bambino! I have been on the look out for a really nice one!
Karla x
love Pink Lining, have a couple of their bags already x
ReplyDeleteWould love to win this for my beautiful daughter! Xx
ReplyDeleteThe bag looks fab, thanks for your review! Never tried Pink lining bags before but I keep hearing so many good things about them.
ReplyDeleteI always carry with me a large zip lock, for keeping wet clothes away from all the dry one. I must admit that the wet bag included in your review looks so much handy :)
Sharon x
Snacks for the girls and loose change for a coffee!
ReplyDelete#fingers crossed as this bag would be perfect
ReplyDeletespare plastic bags, supermarket size - big enough to deal with a nappy thats leaked on a blanket, anti bac hand get for squirting onto a public changing table and spare clothes for toddler and baby too. im crossing my fingers for me to win!!!!x
ReplyDeleteI am at stage now where I have to fit less in the bag so a stylish one like this would be a nice treat. My must have baby bag essential is lipgloss - it's the only thing I carry for myself these days
ReplyDeletemy tommee tippee bottle warmer!
ReplyDeleteA spare pair of clothes and bibs!
ReplyDeleteA clean top for me! Walked around far too many times now smelling of sick to go without!
ReplyDeleteEmergency snacks / bribes!!
ReplyDeleteMy changing bag essential is a spare outfit and vest. Had a few exploding nappies in the early days lol! Love the blog as I havnt a clue about fashion.
ReplyDeleteA little toy to entertain if you are stuck in queues
ReplyDeleteBickiepegs are fab, always have a few spare in the bag for those teething pains
ReplyDeleteChanging bag must haves - plenty of pockets and places to keep everything and anything. Never ceases to amaze me how much *stuff* you need with a baby!
ReplyDeleteAlways need baby wipes, muslins and milk
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