JJ Cole Mode Diaper Tote Bag, Black Magnolia
Review by Corriejane H. Paszko "corriejanep" : Decent

I ordered this bag because I wanted one that was a little more girly and better suited to shopping. I can use this one as a purse as well. I started out with the "back pack" diaper bag, but found it difficult to quickly access items. The material on this bag isn't the highest quality, but I love the design. I can fit several items inside, but the outside pockets tend to unsnap if the pockets have only a few items. The snaps are the magnetic type. It is lightweight and not too huge. The one thing that confused me is that it does include a changing pad. I didn't know it did so we ordered the accessories set as well. The down side to that was that the dark color on them was brown?! I don't use it, but keep it as a back up. Overall I would recommend the bag, as long as you get it on sale. Choose one of the patterns that are cheaper. I wouldn't pay $70 for it.

JJ Cole Mode Diaper Tote Bag, Black Magnolia
Review by Chelsea B. : A good bag for older kids, maybe, but definitely NOT for overpackers!

I bought this when my son was almost 9 months old and we've used it for about a month now. It is VERY narrow. None of the inner pockets can be used because the inside is only like two inches wide, so if there's anything in the center area, the pouches can't be used and vice versa. I think it will get better for us when he's a bit older and we don't need to carry as much stuff. Bottles are difficult to carry unless you only use the outer side pockets for them, meaning you can only carry two, and there's exactly no room for a can of formula or a formula separater. We've taken to using M&M minis tubes to separate our formula because they're the only thing narrow enough to shove in the inside pockets.

Here's a list of what we usually carry, and this packs the bag completely full.
-Travel pack of wipes, 4-5 diapers, and the included changing mat (which is awesome, I might add) in the back outer pouch
-Mommy essentials (keys, wallet, lip gloss) and sippy cup in front outer pouch *Sippy cups DO NOT fit in the outer side pockets*
-Two bottles, one in each outer side pocket
-Inside pouches-Four tall M&M containers and two short ones with formula *Yep, that's right. That's all we can fit in those inside pockets. Out of all EIGHT of those inside pockets, we use ONE.*
-A change of clothes and a set of pajamas, two more bottles, and some small toys go in the center area

So if your child is attached to any stuffed animals or blankets, you're toting them around either free or in another bag, because they won't fit anywhere in this bag.

All that being said, it's super cute and I get complimented all the time on it, and the stroller clips are wonderful. The straps are comforable and durable. The fabric on the bottom of the bag started showing wear within days, and with me being very careful about where I set it, but I can deal with that. Definitely NOT the bag for you if you're an overpacker!......

JJ Cole Mode Diaper Tote Bag, Black Magnolia
Review by Milmonster : Exact Item: Hard to care for

I love this diaper bag. It has great space, many pockets, and so cute. But, it didn't come with care instructions and anything wet will leave a water mark. Not the best thing when it comes to a baby diaper bag.