Baby Bjorn Changing Bag (Baby Bjorn Changing Bag)

Member Name: deb10

Product:	Baby Bjorn Changing Bag
Date:	14/05/07 (160 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Durable, stylish and waterproof

Disadvantages: Expensive and not big enough inside

*****Baby Bjorn Changing Bag*****

For anyone due to have a baby, a changing bag is a necessity for the next year or more of your child’s life. I have been blessed with three wonderful children and also had the honour of owning three different types of baby changing bags.

My first child had a bag that matched with his pram from Mamas and Papa’s, but the bag lining split so was sent to the recycling centre. My second child’s bag came from Argos, nothing special just cheap and cheerful but it lasted a good year before that too made the recycling centre. My daughter’s bag was a gift and it was the Baby Bjorn changing bag which I still have today and after 4 years, it looks pretty good.

The BB is the Rolls Royce of nappy bags as it costs a hefty £50 plus. Is it worth the money or a waste of credit card funds? Read on and decide before you try.


***** Specifications ********

o Changing mat included
o Thermal bottle holder included
o Zipped pocket for mum’s valuables
o Magnetic lock on lid
o Four Metal stud feet
o Odd shaped designed zip
o Hard construction outer shell in waterproof material
o Wipe clean polyester
o Wipe clean shoulder strap
o H28 x W32 x D19cm


**** First Impressions ******

The bag resembles a small weekend bag come tote. The design and style is nothing like the traditional baby bags on the Mothercare shelf and neither is the tough outer shell. Think of Samsonite in a smaller scale and this is the Baby Bjorn bag.

Before it is even filled, the “BB” is quite heavy but not too bulky. The Baby Bjorn logo is in silver and this is the cover of the magnetic clasp. With its clip on the front, the bag can be opened by one hand thus enabling you to hold or restrain your baby whilst accessing the contents easily.

As the magnetic clasp is released the bag panel (there are two sections) falls down. The first panel has eight sections of various sizes. There are four sections purely for bottles with restraining sections, two elasticated pockets; (one is split in half) that measure the full width of the bag and two outer pockets. This section also has a thermal bottle holder in coordinating fabric.


The second section of the bag has an elasticised pocket in mesh, a zipped compartment and two further partitions which are just divided in half. It is in this part of bag that the changing mat lives.

Underneath there are four strong metal studs on the base.

The weight and design of the bag keeps its contents upright whilst the side you want is easily accessible and faces towards you with everything on view.

**** The Mat ****

Made from wipe clean plastic and comes in white. This is slightly padded. To be honest I don’t think the little one will be too comfortable on here so best make it a quick change. It is very light and almost weightless.

When unfolded it measures just under 70 cms in length and 35 cms in width. It folds up easily into four sections as there is a rigid spine down the middle.

**** The Strap*****

Almost 4 cms in width and quite long. It fits over your shoulder and the pram/buggy without any problems. The strap is long but adjustable with the press studs, enabling you to use it as a hand bag or to extend out and drape over the bars of your child’s pram. It is housed in a strong metal D rind on either side of the bag and can be pulled out completely and washed down.

On the negative side, when full this bag hurts and eventually cuts into your shoulder , so best not to carry it for long periods of time.

**** The Colours *****

Only available in Navy (mine) or City Black. The interior is colour matched to the bag. I like the navy option as apparently the black bag shows every little scratch in more detail and is a dust magnet. I must admit my Navy bag looks as good as the first day I used it, no scratches and no colour fading.

**** The Plus Side****

Your contents don’t get squashed and the bag stays upright. Spacious, easily identifiable compartments.
The milk does not leak.
It’s strong, washable and durable.
Looks sophisticated and not a Disney logo in sight
Pockets are suitable for mums phone, purse and keys.

**** The Down Side *****

It’s expensive at around £50.
It’s too cramped to carry around extra clothing for the child. Clothes will become creased.
It’s heavy and cumbersome on the shoulder.


**** Stockists ******
www.babybjorn.com customerservice@babybjorn.se

www.twoleftfeet.co.uk

www.kiddicare.com

www.ebay.co.uk (mine is on there now if you are interested)

www.e-shopping.co.uk

www.bizrate.co.uk

www.shopzilla.co.uk

Mothercare stores and online at mothercare.co.uk

*** A Little Bit of History on the Company ****

Björn Jakobson founded the business in Sweden in 1961. BABYBJÖRN’s headquarters are today in Danderyd. It started and still is a family company and is dedicated to developing new but unusual products for both babies and toddlers.
From the beginning, BABYBJÖRN has set high standards on its safety, quality, function and style. The company liaises and works closely with top designers, medical experts and test centres. The rapidly expanding and affluent company exports to many countries and has a reputable reputation.
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**** Conclusion******

Personally I would not pay such a vast amount for a baby bag, I preferred my Argos £10 carry all bag. Yes it lasts and yes it’s durable but I felt limited as to what I could carry with me. I felt restricted using this and still carried my hand bag with me, thus defeating the object of the bag itself.
If you want to take just the necessities with you and not worried about the budget, then this is ideal. If you like to carry the kitchen sink and beyond and save some pennies, then this isn’t the one for you.

Summary: On the whole a good bag but I still prefer the Argos offering at under £10