Pack Like A Pro: The OiOi Signature Nappy Backpack

The OiOi Signature Nappy Backpack has been voted the Best Nappy Bag in 2025 in in the Bounty Baby Awards, Kiindred Awards, Mum Central Awards AND Tell Me Baby Awards.

Parents love this design because it is spacious without looking bulky, super easy to organise with 8 pockets and comfortable to wear with the adjustable & padded shoulder straps.

We are often asked for the best way to organise the Signature Nappy Backpack, so here is the ultimate guide on how to pack this baby bag for every stage of parenting.

Whether you're packing for a newborn, juggling two kids, or using cloth nappies, we've got you covered!

Why Choose the OiOi Signature Nappy Backpack?

We have sold over 50,000 Signature Nappy Backpacks since its release in 2019, so the design has truly been tried, tested & loved by many families.

Best-selling features include it's:

• 20 litre spacious interior with organised compartments
• Insulated bottle holders
• Large opening to make it easy to see inside
• Water-resistant lining
• Bonus accessories that include a changing mat, bottle holder, pram straps and clear purse

Due to its popularity, we have released it in five material options:

• Vegan leather (for ease of wipe-ability)
• Nylon (for durability)
• Canvas (for style)
• Genuine leather (for longevity)
• Neoprene (for tropical climates)

Vegan leather is our best-selling material, but if you need help choosing contact us here.

This video will give you a detailed overview of the features:

Packing for a Newborn

You've got this! Packing for a newborn is simpler than you think with the right baby bag and a clear plan.

Here are the essentials to prepare you for every adventure:

• For nappy changing: nappies, disposable nappy bags, nappy creams, baby wipes, portable changing mat, spare outfit
• For you: spare top (you'll thank me later!), snacks, water bottle
• Other: bottles, breast pads (for leaks), burp cloths, toy, swaddle

Tip #1: Use the insulated pockets for bottles or snacks, and keep frequently used items in the outer pockets for easy access.

Tip #2: Pack one nappy for each hour that you are going to be out for the day.

Packing for Two Kids in Nappies

To make the most of your Signature Nappy Backpack’s space and keep everything organised, we recommend using nappy bag organisers.

These pouches are perfect for separating nappies and outfits by size, and they even compress items to save room!

Many parents find it helpful to use a different print of packing pouches for each child, making it easy to identify their belongings at a glance.

Another handy tip is to store items upright in the main compartment to avoid rummaging. As shown in the demo video below, this includes placing the packing pouches with their pull tabs at the top for easy access.

Want even more tips for staying organised? Check out our blog article, 10 Tips for Organising a Nappy Bag for Two Kids, for practical advice to make packing for two little ones a breeze!

Packing with Cloth Nappies

Packing your OiOi Signature Nappy Backpack for cloth nappies is easy with a little organisation. Cloth nappies take up more space than disposables, but the bag’s compartments help keep everything accessible.

Here’s what to include:

• Cloth Nappies: Pack enough for the outing in a dedicated pouch.
• Wet Bag: Essential for storing used nappies.
• Reusable Wipes: Keep these handy in a waterproof pouch.

Use Packing Pouches to separate clean and used items for convenience. For more tips, check out our blog article, Top 10 Cloth Nappy Tips & Strategies, written by a mum of two.

Other Packing Requests

Below, I have featured some frequently asked packing requests for our Signature Nappy Backpack.

Formula Fed Baby & Toilet Training Toddler

"Can you please pack the Signature Nappy Backpack with stuff for a formula feeding mum with a toddler as well. Need to be able to fit lunch box, formula canister, thermos, bottles, toddler drink bottle, nappies, wipes and spare clothes for toilet training toddler"

OiOi Products used: Signature Nappy Backpack in Tan Vegan Leather (including its 4 bonus accessories), Packing Pouch Trio in Blue Check & Dummy Holder in Chestnut.

5 Year Old & 2 Year Old

"2 year old, 5 year old and mum. With loads of snacks, subos, lunch, nappies/wipes, 3 water bottles, hats, creams."

OiOi Products used: Signature Nappy Backpack in Tan Vegan Leather & Packing Pouch Trio in Blue Check

Testimonials: Real Parents Packing the Signature Nappy Backpack

We often get tagged in cute packing videos on social media, and our customers have kindly allowed us to reshare them with you! I hope you enjoy having a peak at what other parents pack in their OiOi.

Abbey Packs: For the Hospital

@abbeyfwebbers packs her baby's hospital bag at 37 weeks pregnant - she is staying up to 4 nights in the hospital.

Tori Packs: Cloth Nappies & Breast Pump

@balancingtori shares why she chose OiOi after seeing our bags in person at a baby expo and everything she packs in it, including cloth nappy gear & pumping essentials.

Cat Packs: For a 36 Plane Trip with a Toddler

@littleveganeats shows us everything she packed in her OiOi for a long-haul flight with her toddler. Spy her Jungle Packing Pouch Trio that she uses to use the space in the bag as efficiently as possible!

If you are flying with kids soon, check out our carry-on checklist.

More Tips for Efficient Packing

Keep an eye on our Instagram or Tiktok pages for more packing demos of our nappy bag backpacks and feel free to slide into our Direct Messages if you want to see something in particular. We love to organise!

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