Quick answer
A wet bag stores used cloth diapers by sealing in moisture and odor. Use it as a portable diaper pail at home or toss it in your diaper bag for outings.
Wet bag vs. pail liner: which one do you need?
A wet bag is a zippered, waterproof pouch you can carry anywhere. A pail liner is an open-top bag designed to sit inside a trash can. If you change diapers in one room most of the time, a pail liner like the Thirsties Simple Pail Liner works well. If you move between rooms or travel often, a wet bag gives you more flexibility.
Thirsties Simple Pail Liner
The Smart Bottoms On the Go Wet Bag holds about 6–8 all-in-one diapers and has a seam-sealed interior that keeps leaks contained. It’s a practical choice for daycare, road trips, or grandparents’ houses.
How to use a wet bag for cloth diapers
- 1. Choose the right size wet bag: Pick a small wet bag (roughly 10" x 14") for short outings or a large one (12" x 16" or bigger) for full-day trips. The Smart Bottoms On the Go Wet Bag is a large size that fits 6–8 all-in-one diapers. A bag that’s too small will force you to zip it shut over stuffed diapers, which can strain the zipper.
- 2. Place used diapers directly into the wet bag: After changing, drop the soiled diaper into the open wet bag. If the diaper is heavily soiled, shake solids into the toilet first to reduce mess and odor. Leaving a diaper on top of the bag instead of inside it defeats the purpose — the bag can’t seal moisture if the diaper isn’t enclosed.
- 3. Zip the bag closed immediately: Pull the zipper all the way shut to create a waterproof seal. This traps moisture and odors inside so the bag can be carried in a diaper bag without leaking. A partially open zipper lets air escape and odors leak out, especially in warm weather.
- 4. Empty the bag into the laundry when you get home: Unzip the wet bag over your washing machine or hamper. Turn the bag inside out to dump any diapers stuck to the interior. Wash the bag with your diaper load. If you leave diapers in the wet bag for more than 24 hours, ammonia buildup can cause stains and a strong smell.
- 5. Wash and dry the wet bag between uses: Machine wash the wet bag on warm with your diaper detergent. Hang it to dry or tumble dry on low. The Smart Bottoms bag’s seam-sealed construction holds up well to repeated washing. High heat can damage the waterproof laminate over time, so avoid high dryer settings.
Product facts
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Smart Bottoms On the Go Wet Bag: The Smart Bottoms On the Go Wet Bag is seam sealed, made in the USA, and measures 12" x 16". Seam sealing prevents leaks, and the size holds a full day’s worth of diapers for one baby.
Smart Bottoms On the Go Wet Bag
