Kemby Sidekick Diaper Bag

I tried this bag, but returned it. The idea is a great one, but there are some problems with the execution.

From the pictures, it appeared that you could be wearing the bag as a messenger bag, and then to use it as a baby carrier, you would just clip a strap around your waist, secure the baby on top of the bag, and go. However, in order to convert from bag to carrier, you have to take the bag off, adjust the shoulder strap to be a waist strap, secure the bag around your waist, then unzip the new shoulder strap/carrier attachment from a separate compartment, and adjust that -very time consuming.

I tried to use the carrier for a 15 pound baby, and the weight distribution felt very uncomfortable. In addition, the bag was not very roomy, and the opening is in the front of the bag (because the baby is supposed to sit on top), making it hard to get things in and out with one hand.

I had hoped to use this bag in lieu of a bulky stroller/diaper bag when traveling through airports. However, it wasn't comfortable to walk long distances with and did not have enough capacity for the baby supplies needed for an average flight. It might work better for short trips with minimal gear, although the time spent converting from bag to carrier is still a major downside.

We LOVE this product! The bag is the perfect size for a change of clothes and some diapers and wipes, and the attachable insulated pouch is perfect for a bib, spoon & jar of food (or bottle)! (I even use cloth diapers, which take up more room, and I also carry a wet-bag to carry used diapers in!) I use this bag for anything and everything trips to the grocery store or running errands. I can leave the bag strapped onto my waist while driving, which makes it even faster once I stop the car! Just grab the baby and go! I also used this carrier when my daughter was 6 months old, and we flew without Daddy, and it worked out wonderfully. Of course I needed a second bag for myself, and for a larger stash of diapers, but I made that second bag a backpack, and was still completely hands-free through the airport, to juggle IDs and plane tickets and food when we grabbed something on the go. This bag is a MUST HAVE and I am always recommending it to friends!! It's a great thing to buy for yourself, but also makes an awesome baby shower gift!! (Just make sure the mom-to-be knows it can't be used until a child is able to sit up unassisted typically around 6 months! Before that, I'd recommend a Moby Wrap or a Mei Tai!) Overall, a WONDERFUL bag/baby carrier, and worth more than they sell it for! We LOVE It!!

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What did I do before the Sidekick! This bag/carrier is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! My son will not ride in a shopping cart, stroller, or backpack..he just wants

to walk, but when I need to get things done this carrier is the one thing that works. I get him out of the car and into the store in seconds!

Something about being in a position that is just like being carried he is OK with. And I like having him so close to me too!

It converts so easily from bag to carrier, it only takes about 20 seconds! I usually am using it as a carrier though cause it is so great!

I can't tell you how often people ask me about it either, it is kind of fun to have something so unique..feels kind of European in it's functionality.

Would defintely recommend getting one when your baby is a few months and get years of use out of it!

Gretchen Adams

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This was such an awesome product. When I first received this product, I thought I had to return it because it looked so small and I'm the type of person who carries everything. I started transporting everything from old bag to this one and I have room to spare! I was amazed! I have gotten so many comments!

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Ordered this as I thought it seemed like a genius idea. Received it before I had baby and realized that while I was trying it on, you could not get into the bag if using as a carrier. Plus the opening to the bag is really small and is a 2-handed operation to get into it. Glad I returned it as it sounded like a genius idea, but just too awkward to be able to use it for even just a diaper bag alone because the opening is so small. Seemed like great quality though!

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