To answer a few questions: we are using disposable diapers, and it's not that I don't think I look cool carrying an Eddie Bauer bag, it's just that they wear out quickly.

And I think the Spec Ops bag might be a good size. I think it will hold all the essentials. Some diapers and wipes, a few changes of clothes, tylenol, mylicon, teething tablets, bottles and formula... it's still too early to buy all the meds to put in there, but I could tear open one of the packs of diapers and see how many newborn didees fit. Later on, some cereal and baby food. I really think it will work.

But I might go with the two bag approach. We had a big bag with our first child, then graduated to a smaller one. With our second, I think we only used the smaller bag.

Maybe I just need to let her get the bag she wants, and I'll pack the Spec Ops bag, and see how we get along. I'm also thinking of the SO bag as an EDC bag for family outtings later on...wipes come in handy for all sorts of kid things, and maybe some other kid essentials.

Then again...you should see the suitcase my wife carries as a purse! I guess I'm not surprised that she thinks the SO bag is too small. I guess I shouldn't complain...she carries all the gear that I put in her purse for her...not that she uses much of it, but it's a start!

Thanks for the ideas...keep them coming!