Changing bags used to simply be an old handbag that suddenly found itself stuffed with spare nappies, loose dried-up wipes, stains where a bottle had leaked and a supply of spare plastic bags. Oh, how things have changed in the last decade! Now we can get bags that match our pushchairs, ones with special holders for mobile phones, to keep feeding bottles upright or indeed, to keep baby food hot or cold. They come in various guises to match our needs: the shopping trip, the day out, the jog through the park. And all of them look so tempting it's hard to choose which one to buy. Here is a selection of different companies, all offering their own distinctive styles so there's something for everyone. Laura Lee Editor ThinkBaby editor@thinkbaby.co.uk More new additions to the range Caboodle Smart Bag & Smart Weekender Smart Design, smart style Both mums and dads will be happy to use these stylish, smart bags even after babes have grown out of them. They can be used as a hospital or weekend bag and then for travel or sports. The colour coded pockets aim to help keep parents organised and teach toddlers their colours! Made from top quality canvas with bright spotted lining features comprise: The Award Winning Caboodle Collection offers a wide variety of baby changing bags that are great for parents with busy lifestyles. They look good and are extremely practical, boasting multiple pockets and compartments for baby things. All in their own way combine practical features and good looks. Buy one get one half price - get both bags for £65 For full information and to buy on line www.caboodlebags.co.uk Telephone: 01795 590664 Shop now Smart Weekender / Hospital Bag RRP £45.00 Smart Day Bag RRP £40.00 Skip-Hop Changing Bags The Skip-Hop changing bags offer a stylish and practical solution for modern parents. Available in a huge selection of designs and colours, from retro inspired Pink Glam Bags that are perfect for all yummy mummies to the Green Camo design for dads! All Skip-Hop bags have special clips that allow them to be attached to the buggy handles or they can be worn over the shoulder. Skip-Hop Changing Bags are available from www.Happybags.co.uk Shop now Pink Lining mother's bag Pink Lining's Yummy Mummy changing bag ensures maximum fashion impact post-baby. With a wipe clean laminate exterior, to inbuilt insulated bottle holders, thick padded changing mat, wet zip bag for smellies and dividing pockets for nappies this bag not only looks great but does the job brilliantly. Pink Lining's Yummy Mummy changing bag ensures maximum fashion impact post-baby. With a wipe clean laminate exterior, to inbuilt insulated bottle holders, thick padded changing mat, wet zip bag for smellies and dividing pockets for nappies this bag not only looks great but does the job brilliantly. Price only: £65 Shop now Diaper Dude Durable nylon stands up to everyday use Ergonomic, across-the-chest design is super comfy and saves your shoulders Wide, adjustable strap has padded panel and clips open and closed foreasy on-and-off Padded back for extra comfort against your body Three exterior zip-closed pockets are perfect for wipes, bibs, food and more Elasticised bottle pocket is easy to reach Removable, on-strap cell phone pouch Large inner compartment with zip-closed pocket and special pouch for nappies Two handy clips for keys and more Padded changing pad included Two large elasticised slots in back Buggy clips Shop Now The Inanna Classic Baby Bag These stylish leather baby bags look nothing like a changing bag. With a richly coloured deep pink lining, bottle holders and changing mat plus tote handles and a long shoulder strap, this is a bag you will fall in love with and use for many years. The Inanna Classic Baby Bag is made of 100% nappa leather and has a Teflon coated lining making it stain, oil and water resistant. Features: Four large pockets with hidden magnetic closure Oversized zip for ease of access Detachable and extendable shoulder strap Teflon coated lining Interior zip pocket, mobile phone holder and MP3 pouch Two 18x8cm insulated bottle cvoolers in matching Teflon coated fabric Changing mat measuring 32x44cm with Teflon coated satin change area Shop Now VIP Range If you are anything like us, you will have a collection of bags that you like to change between depending on where you are going or what you are wearing. If this is you, then you have probably done the same thing as us many times and not quite swapped all your bags contents, only to find you have forgotten your keys, mobile or anything else that is crucial to your existence. You have also probably done the thing where you can't remember which pocket you put your purse in with each bag and have to fumble around at the till. If this sounds like you, then you will find the VIP as useful as we have. It contains life's essentials and travels with you from bag to bag. You can quickly change your bag, but your mobile stays in its usual place. There are 9 pockets so you can find your bits and pieces with your eyes closed. All in a stylish, supple and hard wearing material that's washable in soapy water. We have also found the VIP Classic great to hold a small quick change kit when out with our changing bags so we can grab everything straight away. Made from nylon satin, the Classic measures 22 x 6 x 15 cm. All VIPs are washable at 30 degrees. Remember, this is not a bag in itself, it is an inner lining that you put inside a bag. Shop now