There’s something incredibly special about your first maternity purchase. For me, it wasn’t maternity jeans or a baby onesie—it was a diaper pouch from Burberry.

During the holidays, Bloomingdale’s had a partnership with Burberry, and tucked into the sale was the chicest diaper pouch I had ever seen—marked down to $280. The moment I saw it, I knew: this is it. My first “mom” purchase. Practical, elevated, and undeniably timeless.

Now what exactly is a diaper pouch? If you’re new to the baby gear world (I was!), here’s the breakdown:

A diaper pouch is a compact, organized bag designed to hold just the essentials—diapers, wipes, diaper cream, and maybe a changing pad. The Burberry pouch even comes with a wipeable changing mat, which is a huge plus. The mat is on the smaller side, but honestly—a small mat is better than no mat at all. It’s perfect for quick trips, errands, or moments when you don’t want to lug around a full diaper bag.

Think of it as:

• The grab-and-go solution for quick diaper changes
• The smaller bag you take into a public restroom
• The organized lifesaver when you’re changing your baby in public and want everything within reach

On the other hand, a full diaper bag or caddy is meant for longer outings. Those bags carry everything—bottles, extra clothes, snacks, burp cloths—and usually come with insulated pockets and multiple compartments for ultimate preparedness.

In short:

• Diaper pouch = convenience
• Diaper bag = full-on organization

And honestly? You need both. The pouch is currently sold out at Bloomingdales, but you can buy it at Saks here.

For my full diaper bag, I went with the Mina Baie Emmy Bag in Full, in the color Coco. The Carryall version was completely sold out (no surprise), but the size difference between the two is honestly only about an inch—so I didn’t feel like I was compromising at all. I love how it can be a shoulder bag or worn as a backpack (comes with both straps). There are 9 pockets inside to help organize all your stuff.

I also picked up the stroller straps, which make life so much easier when you don’t want to carry everything on your shoulder.

The Emmy is structured, functional, and sleek—exactly what I wanted for everyday use while still feeling polished.

I’m all about being bougie on a budget, so if you’re on the hunt for luxe baby items, it’s always worth checking your favorite brands during sales or holiday partnerships. This Burberry pouch is the perfect example—you get designer style and quality, without paying full price. Trust me, a little planning goes a long way.

What’s next? I’m still on the hunt for the perfect stroller, which feels like a major decision all on its own. But I can’t wait to share what I choose once I finally decide.

For now, I’m savoring this milestone—my first maternity purchase—and loving the idea that motherhood can be both functional and fashionable. If this is just the beginning, I can already tell… baby gear shopping is going to be dangerous (in the best way).

Stay tuned 🤍