Orchid Hearts Milan Leather Diaper Bag – Review

February 25, 2021May 19, 20214 Comments

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In case you may have noticed, I am kind of obsessed with bags! My youngest is 4 and and my oldest is 9 so you could say I don’t really need a diaper bag anymore but how else am I going to carry their snacks, drinks, jackets, toys, and more?! Even without kids I pack so much stuff just for me. Having a bag that holds a ton that is both functional and stylish is essential! So when I found Orchid Hearts I fell in love with the Milan Leather Diaper Bag.

Orchid Hearts bags are handcrafted out of the finest full grain leather, designed in the USA but handcrafted in Columbia. They are made with a rich pebbled leather that looks and feels absolutely beautiful. Orchid Heart Designs was created by a Mom looking to create beautiful and functional bags for Mom’s everywhere! She wanted to create something perfect for holding the essentials for our kids while making Mom feel beautiful and elegant. She creates beautiful bags that you will want to carry all day, every day. Orchid Hearts takes customers feedback into consideration while creating their bags, while also using that feedback to make changes as needed. Her goal is to make Mom’s life easier and more beautiful.

Orchid Hearts is also the creator of the amazing reusable wipes pouch that is perfect for diaper changes on-the-go or cleaning sticky hands.

When you order your new Orchid Hearts bag, it will come in a dust bag with a beautiful Orchid Hearts logo that matches your bag color. You will also receive a beatiful Orchid Hearts Tag that you can attach to your bag.

The Milan Leather Diaper Bag also includes a changing pad. The changing pad is a decent size and folds up nicely. It takes up very little room in the bag.

The changing pad measures at a width of 16″ x 25″.

The Fuchsia color is very vibrant and beautiful. If you are obsessed with the color pink, like me, than you will love it. You can of course order it in a different color if you wish. Orchid Hearts bags are made with high quality, durable materials. Leather is not machine washable, but you can clean the leather with the use of a soft cotton cloth slightly dampened with distilled water (sodium-free seltzer water may be substituted) and a mild bar soap, applied in a circular motion. Repeat with water only to ensure no residual soap remains. The leather should then be allowed to dry completely for 24 to 48hrs. You can also condition your leather bag, with a leather conditioner like Leather Honey Leather Conditioner. The Milan Leather Diaper Bag measures at Height 13″ x Length 12″ x Depth 6″. The Milan weights Approximately 2lbs 10 oz and weighs 2lbs 14oz with the attached Shoulder Strap.

The Orchid Heart Milan has two way zipper pulls and the entire bag has silver hardware.

There is a grab handle on the top of the bag, which is very convenient.

You can carry it backpack style or by the detachable strap.

The interior is made of a beautiful mint lining made of water-resistant polyester.

The Milan Diaper Bag worn in backpack style is very comfortable. I walked around for several hours wearing it with no problems.

I love the detachable shoulder strap but you could very easily replace it with your own shoulder strap if you wanted. The shoulder strap is very comfortable.

My favorite feature of the Milan Diaper Bag is how easy it is to pack everything I need and it all fits perfectly. There is plenty of space and tons of pockets for organization.

*Please note the color fuchsia looks different in different lighting*

There are two bottle pockets that can easily fit a baby bottle, water tumbler, or a sippy cup. I have a 12oz Brumate Highball in Glitter Blush and a 10oz Re-Play Sippy Cup in mine.

The slits on the back allow you to detach the backpack straps from the bottom hardware and put the straps inside. This is very convenient if you prefer to wear it using the shoulder strap.

How gorgeous is the lining against the fuchsia? I absolutely love it.

The zippers unzip on the back to allow an opening to slide over a luggage handle.

The hardware on the bottom of the bag helps prevent damage.

The attached key fob is perfect for attaching your keys.

Overall the Orchid Hearts Milan Leather Diaper Bag is an amazing bag that is perfect for carrying everything you need for the kids, with plenty of space for Mom’s stuff too.

Although this particular color is no longer available, The Milan Leather Diaper Bag in black and other products are available now at Orchid Hearts.

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TWELVElittle Midi-Go Backpack 3.0 in Stripe Print – Review

January 29, 2021February 7, 20212 Comments

The newest TWELVElittle On-The-Go Collection is here! The new collection released 1/25/21 and it is perfect for Spring, which is right around the corner. There are so many new prints and bags available like the new Blush Camo, the new Black/Tan prints, adorable new pouches, new stroller caddies and updates to the stripe and leaf prints. You can find it all here. I have always loved the stripe print so I chose the newest updated Midi-Go Backpack in Stripe. It’s a classic print that goes with everything, no matter what season it is.

I’m a very busy mom On-The-Go, so an easy to clean bag is essential! The TWELVElittle Midi-Go is very easy to clean. The interior is made of a water-resistant polyester lining, while the outside is made of a water-resistant PU coated polyester. Spot cleaning is recommended but it can be machine washed as needed. Make sure you machine wash on gentle cycle, cold wash, and air dry.

There are a total of 13 pockets, 7 outside and 6 inside that is perfect for keeping everything organized. You can very easily pack this bag with or without packing pouches.

The straps have been updated to this new style, and I am loving it! They are padded, adjustable, and comfortable. I was able to pack the bag full without it being heavy.

The D-rings on the back attach to stroller clips for the stroller, which is so convenient.

My favorite thing about TWELVElittle bags is the fact that they are both high quality and affordable with features that I love! They are also made free of harsh chemicals like PVC.

The newly added magnetic pocket with the zipper pocket on the front are my favorite! It is great for easy to reach items that you need to access quickly, like your phone, keys, mask, hand sanitizer, and other items.

A matching changing pad is included along with so much room for whatever you need.

The key fob in the front zipper pocket can hold your keys so your not searching for them everywhere.

The trim is made of 100% vegan leather, which is so beautiful.

The Midi-Go 3.0 is lightweight and comfortable without being overly bulky.

*The Midi-Go 3.0 in Stripe and The Mini-Go 2.5 in Cactus*

The Midi-Go 3.0 is very similar to the Mini-Go 2.5 with a few differences and a new name. The new Midi-Go has a new magnetic pocket and a zipper on the front while the Mini-Go only has the one zipper on the front.

They are both very similar in size and pack about the same. The zipper placements are a little different.

The insides of each bag are pretty much the same.

Another difference is the straps! They are padded, adjustable and comfortable just as before. They just adjust a little differently.

As you can see there are not many differences between the Midi-Go 3.0 and the Mini-Go 2.5, but I love the new updates. If you want to see more about the Mini-Go Backpack 2.5, you can read my full-review here.

*Midi-Go Backpack 3.0 in Stripe and On-The-Go Backpack in Cactus Print 2.0*

The Midi-Go Backpack is the perfect medium sized backpack. It’s about 15% smaller than the Full-Sized On-The-Go Backpack making it perfect for an everyday bag.

How much can you pack? As little or as much as you want!

There are two exterior insulated bottle pockets that can easily fit sippy cups or your favorite water bottle. I have a replay sippy cup and my 20oz Brumate Imperial Pint in Glitter Mermaid in mine. You can also use the front D-ring to attach your favorite pouch or keychain. I love to use the TWELVElittle Pouch Charm. You can find out more about the newest TWELVElittle pouch charms here.

Overall the new TWELVElittle Midi-Go is absolute love and is my current Go-To bag for my everyday outings. I highly recommend shopping the new TWELVElittle On-The-Go Collection as there is something for everyone. There are so many new cute prints and styles available, plus more new releases coming soon! You can shop the new collection and more at my link below.

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TwelveLittle Pouch Charm – The Cutest Diaper Bag Accessory.

November 26, 2020November 27, 20201 Comment

Hoodies, bonfires, and cooler weather, Fall is here in Florida and I am loving it! We don’t get the beautiful Fall season like up north but its been so nice out lately.

I am so excited about the newest Fall collection from TWELVElittle, it gives me all the fall vibes! They will also look great for winter too. There are so many new products available, but my favorite is the Little Pouch Charms! These cute little pouches come in three prints Leopard, Embossed Snake, and Black Croc.

These little charms are tiny yet trendy and will be the perfect accessory for any bag! You can even use it as a keychain if you want.

The Croc and Snake print is made of embossed vegan leather. All three are to be spot cleaned only.

They are all very lightweight and have so many different uses. Pacifiers, Lip Balm, Air Pods, Face Mask, Hand Sanitizer and more can fit inside these little charm pods.

I love how great these TWELVElittle pouch charms look with a variety of different bags and colors.

The TWELVElittle Pouch Charms are just some of the goodies available from the newest Fall 2020 Collection from TWELVElittle!

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TWELVElittle Mini-Go Backpack 2.5 in Cactus Print – Review

October 1, 20201 Comment

It may be fall here in Florida, but it’s still sunny and perfect for the TWELVElittle Mini-Go Backpack 2.5 in Cactus Print! This print may be made for summer but it’s cute enough to use all year.

This new and improved mini-go backpack has some amazing new features not included in the previous versions. Updates include two insulated side bottle pockets, two rings on the back to attach to stroller clips (sold separately) and an included changing pad.

The TWELVElittle Mini-Go Backpack is smaller than the regular On-The-Go Backpack but can still pack a ton! It’s perfect for Mom’s that prefer a smaller diaperbag but still need to pack the essentials. It can also be used as a school backpack for your little one.

The TWELVElittle Mini-Go Backpack in Cactus Print is made of a water-resistant material that is easy to clean. It is machine washable but spot cleaning is recommended. The exterior of the bag consist of a water-resistant PU coated polyester and the interior is made of a water-resistant polyester lining. The trim of the backpack is made of 100% vegan leather. It’s made free of harsh chemicals like PVC.

The beautiful lining represents the 12 animals from the zodiac calendar inspired by the Asian Zodiac. You can read more about the meaning behind it here.

The TWELVElittle Mini-Go Backpack 2.5 in Cactus Print has a variety of interior and exterior pockets to help keep you organized. It also includes padded and adjustable shoulder straps. I find it very lightweight, and comfortable while packing everything I need while out with my two daughters. The new mini-go backpack is very durable and is currently one of my favorite bags!

The TWELVElittle Mini-Go 2.5 in Cactus Print is the newest version from the Summer Capusle 2020 collection. It also comes in leaf and stripe print but they are currently sold out on the TWELVElittle website. It goes perfectly with the On-The-Go Insulated Pouch, the On-The-Go Bottle Bag and The Sensible Clutch.

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TWELVElittle On-The-Go Insulated Pouch in Leaf Print – Review

September 8, 2020September 14, 20201 Comment

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It’s almost fall, but I am still loving the Summer 2020 collection from TWELVElittle. The new and improved insulated pouch is here and I absolutely love it. This particular print is a very neutral leaf print which is both subtle yet beautiful. The leaf print will work perfectly for summer, winter, or fall.

My kids are 4 and 9 and are constantly in need of snacks regardless of where we are, so I need snacks on-the-go at all times. It’s hot in Florida so I love the fact that all my snacks will stay cool and dry. The interior of the pouch is fully insulated and the exterior is made of water-resistant PU coated polyester that is easily wipeable. The trim of the insulated pouch is made of polyester webbing. The TWELVElittle On-The-Go Insulated Pouch in Leaf Print goes perfectly with the On-The-Go Bottle Bag in Cactus Print.

A new fun feature is the included webbing loop with a detachable snap so I can attach it to my stroller or the headrest in my car.

A previous issue of the original insulated TWELVElittle bags was a leakage problem. That issue has been solved with the new and improved insulated TWELVElittle pouch. The zippers are sealed and waterproof now to prevent any leakage.

The brand-new TWELVElittle round “Stay Cool” ice-pack is included with the new TWELVElittle Insulated On-The-Go Pouch. The “Stay Cool” ice-pack is also available to buy separately on the TWELVElittle website. Adding the included icepack to the insulated pouch helps keep snacks cooler for longer.

Most TWELVElittle products are machine washable including the TWELVElittle On-The-Go Insulated Pouch but spot cleaning is recommended. Machine wash only when needed: gentle cycle, cold wash, and air dry. As a busy mom, I need easy to clean products! I love that I can easily clean the TWELVElittle On-The-Go Insulated Pouch as needed.

The TWELVElittle On-The-Go Insulated Pouch comes in three different prints, Leaf, Stripes, and Cactus. I love the leaf print because it goes with so many different colors and is perfect for every season.

The TWELVElittle On-The-Go Insulated pouch can carry so much and is perfect for every outing. Carry it on your own or in your favorite diaperbag, you can use it for so many different things. Whether it’s snacks for you and the kids or a way to store your make-up and beauty essentials this insulated pouch is a must-have product.

The TWELVElittle On-The-Go Insulated pouch is available at both TWELVElittle and at The Sensible Mama. Do you have the TWELVElittle On-The-Go Insulated Pouch yet? Let me know how you pack it in the comments below!

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TWELVElittle On-The-Go Bottle Bag in Cactus Print – Review

July 23, 20202 Comments

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The TWELVElittle Summer 2020 Collection is here and I am loving it! These new styles are just in time for warmer weather and outdoor adventures. One of the newest items is the TWELVElittle On-The-Go Bottle Bag. The On-The-Go Bottle Bag is available in 3 different prints – Stripes, Leaf Print, and Cactus Print. I purchased the Cactus print and it is beautiful.

The On-The-Go Bottle Bag is a fully insulated bag perfect for baby bottles, water bottles, sippy cups, snacks, and more. It keeps drinks and snacks cold and comes with a cute little ice pack. The interior has 2 elastic bands to keep bottles in place. If you need to bring baby bottles, you can fit up to 3 or 4 baby bottles.

The On-The-Go Bottle Bag is easily wipeable and made of water-resistant material and has a vegan leather trim. The exterior is a water-resistant PU coated polyester, The interior is a water-resistant polyester lining, and the trim is vegan leather with polyester webbing. The bag also has a drawstring closure to keep everything tucked inside. Whether we are out running errands or exploring nature I love knowing that I don’t have to worry about getting the bag wet.

You can carry it by the vegan leather top handle or wear it crossbody with the detachable nylon webbing long strap. My favorite way to use it is to attach the side clips to my stroller so I can easily access everything and be completely hands-free.

This amazing bag actually holds a ton! I was able to easily fit a 1.5 liter water bottle inside and could still close it. The kids and I are always outdoors and exploring new places so we are always in need of some water and snacks. This bag was made for outdoor adventures.

As a mom, I love knowing that most TWELVElittle products are machine washable. You can machine wash this bag as needed, but spot cleaning is recommended. The On-The-Go Bottle Bag is such a cute and versatile bag that has so many uses.

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Save Time and Money with Instacart

November 2, 2018December 12, 2019Leave a comment

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As a Mom of three, grocery shopping with my kids can be a nightmare. I try to keep them entertained with snacks, toys, and electronics in hopes of shopping with no issues but it doesn’t always work. The kids are bored, they start fighting, crying and climbing out of the cart. I end up leaving with whatever I had time to grab, feeling incredibly frustrated and still without most of my groceries. Ideally, yes having a sitter for them to shop alone in peace would be great but it’s not always possible. So I either plan my shopping trips around my husband’s work schedule to go alone or bring them with me. Considering how quickly my kids go through food, toilet paper, and other household essentials, I needed a better solution. Finally, I came across my solution! Shopping from home with Instacart!

Shopping with Instacart is so easy and convenient. There have been so many times when I was either super busy and didn’t have time to go food shopping, or the kids and I were sick and I couldn’t leave the house. So the ability to have groceries delivered on my schedule is amazing! There is no subscription, you can use it as needed or upgrade to Instacart Express to get unlimited free delivery on orders of $35 and more. There are fees associated with your order and a tip is automatically added for your driver, but it’s worth every penny. A lot of the stores I shop at do not offer any pick-up service, so I was happy to be able to have them delivered through Instacart. I also find it so much easier to shop from home because I don’t add a ton of unnecessary items to my cart and just stick to my grocery list. I end up saving so much time and money, and shopping from home without chasing little ones around the store is amazing.

So how does Instacart work? All you need is a computer, iPhone, iPad, or Android device. You can either install the app or just use your browser to create an account and get started at Instacart. After creating an account, you simply pick a store, add items to your cart and checkout! Have your groceries delivered on your schedule, in as little as 2 hours or later in the week. That is the best part, groceries are delivered on your schedule, at a time that is convenient for you. As a mom with a never-ending to-do list, this is essential to me. Anything that makes my life easier is worth using.

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Mommy Con 2018 – Orlando

September 23, 2018November 19, 2019Leave a comment

Saturday, September 1st we headed to Orlando for my first ever Mommy Con! Mommy Con is a convention dedicated to educating parents about natural birth, breastfeeding, and babywearing. They advocate values of holistic health, eco-friendly diapering, child safety, female self-care, and wellness. They have created a community of support, acceptance, and non-judgment for parents in their journey of parenthood.

Mommy Con 2018 was held at the Caribe Royale All-Suite Hotel & Convention Center and it was a blast! It was amazing to be surrounded by fellow Moms and Dad’s, attending the sessions and checking out all the great companies. It was definitely an event worth experiencing.

There was a full day of events scheduled for both Moms and Dads. We enjoyed many Educational sessions, tested out products, and meet with a variety of parenting experts. There was a babywearing lounge, the Vagina Village where they discussed feminine wellness, a cloth diaper resource center, and play places spaces throughout the event. Huggies even provided a free diaper changing area. There was also a quiet room set up for napping babies and toddlers. I even spotted some parents napping in there lol.

There were games, giveaways, and tons of shopping! I was able to meet with some of my favorite vendors while discovering some new companies as well. They all offered a variety of products and services geared towards kids under 5.

ezpz mealtime lounge

Naked Panda Designs – Tough Ruck

Ju-Ju-Be

Tekhni woven sling studio

Abby’s Lane

TWELVElittle

There were also tons of workshops and sessions geared towards Dads in the Daddy Con portion, along with a Dad Games Competition featuring That Dad Mat. Daddy Con is the ultimate dad focused parenting convention that covers all aspects of fatherhood.

Mommy Con 2018 was a fun event, and I can’t wait to attend next year! Whether you are pregnant with your first or a mom of three, I highly suggest attending. It is the ultimate #momweekend full of education, learning, samples, shopping, and the ability to test out new products! You will meet with leading experts on everything relevant to parenting. You can also try on baby carriers, get picky eating solutions, and potty training tips.