What’s in My (French) Diaper Bag — Baby Essentials from a Parisian Mom
What’s in My (French) Diaper Bag — Baby Essentials from a Parisian Mom
By France Lamy Herbeau
There’s something magical about strolling through the Tuileries Garden, my baby softly dozing in the stroller, the Seine shimmering just beyond the trees. As a Parisian mom, I’ve learned that you don’t have to choose between style and practicality — even when it comes to something as everyday as a diaper bag filled with newborn essentials.
That’s why I created Josefina: a timeless, elegant leather diaper bag designed for women who embrace motherhood without compromising their style. Beautifully crafted and endlessly functional, Josefina is more than just a bag — it’s the best diaper bag for stylish moms.
Between café stops and carousel rides, here’s what I carry in my diaper bag — my curated collection of French baby essentials that make daily life with baby feel beautifully effortless.
1. Josefina Diaper Bag
Designed in Paris, handcrafted in Spain — the Josefina bag is functional, timeless, and unapologetically stylish. It holds everything I need while making me feel pulled-together, even on the busiest of days. It’s the perfect baby shower gift or present for a new mom who deserves something truly special.
2. Tartine et Chocolat Changing Mat
From a historic French brand, this floral changing mat folds neatly and adds a soft, elegant touch to every diaper change.
3. Elhée Bottles
There is simply no baby bottle more beautiful. Made in France from medical-grade silicone, Elhée’s bottles are as safe as they are stunning — especially the iconic animal print edition, which brings a bold twist to baby feeding.
4. Petit Vadrouilleur Diapers
Reusable, French-made, and irresistibly cute. These floral-printed diapers are a planet-friendly favorite.
5. Elhée Pacifiers
Stylish and minimalist, they soothe baby while staying true to the chic aesthetic I love.
6. Sophie La Girafe
A true French icon — and a must-have for teething (and nostalgic hearts).
7. Liniment Propre Baby
In France, most moms don’t use wipes. Instead, we rely on liniment — a natural olive oil-based cleanser that gently protects baby’s skin without irritation. This one from Propre Baby is my go-to for every diaper change: clean, soothing, and perfectly safe for delicate skin.
8. La Bonne Brosse Baby Brush
Crafted in France with soft, natural bristles — a gentle luxury for baby’s hair.
9. Tartine et Chocolat Perfumed Water
A delicate, timeless fragrance I love to spritz on linens and clothes. From a historic French maison — and the very same scent I wore as a little girl.
10. Minois Cream
This nourishing, organic face and body cream is a lifesaver for dry patches — for baby and mom.
11. Phone Case
And of course — my phone, always within reach. I keep it in its Rhode phone case, a glossy accessory I absolutely adore. What mom could resist such a perfect phone case?
12. Bonpoint Baby Clothes
A soft spare outfit from Bonpoint — beautifully made, timeless, and perfect for those unexpected outfit changes.
13. Liewood Muslin Swaddle
Soft, breathable, and always useful — I never leave the house without a Liewood muslin swaddle. Whether I use it as a blanket, nursing cover, or light sun shield, it’s an essential I reach for every single day.
French motherhood is all about finding beauty in the everyday. Whether I’m crossing a bridge in Saint-Germain or chasing my toddler through the Luxembourg Gardens, my diaper bag is packed with thoughtful baby essentials that bring calm, grace, and a little je ne sais quoi to the ride.
Because motherhood should be as inspiring as Paris itself.