I don't know about you, but before the birth of my first child, I had no idea what to expect. Sure, I had certain expectations, knew babies from friends or from movies. Maybe I even had an idea of ​​what kind of mom I wanted to be. Like I said, an idea...

And then the baby arrives, and everything is completely different. I googled and cried more than I had in the entire previous ten years. What I observed, however, in myself and in others, was this: once the initial troubles have subsided, our true essence resurfaces. Timidly, perhaps only in seemingly small ways, we remain who we are. And thus become our very own version of "Mom" or "Dad."

"I googled and cried more than I had in the entire previous ten years."

What type of parent are you? Plus: My recommendation for a diaper backpack.

Of course, becoming a parent is a life-changing experience that also affects us. Nevertheless, I believe that the basic traits of our character remain, and this ultimately shapes what type of parent we are. And we are so different! What type of mom or dad do you think you are?

Type 1: The control freak

You've already printed out a packing list for your diaper bag. Because you like lists. You fold bodysuits in size 56 according to Marie Kondo. You plan every outing in detail (where are the restrooms? What time is a snack? Which train will we take home later?). Organization and control give you security and peace of mind, so you can relax and focus on your child. In baby classes, others often borrow things from you or ask you for advice. You don't want to lug around unnecessary stuff, but you want to be prepared for every eventuality. My recommendation for you: the Hugo diaper backpack . Thanks to the internal compartment system, you always have everything at hand.

Type 2: The chaos

You always take half your household goods with you, just in case... But instead of weighing things up and planning like a control freak, you prefer to just throw everything in your bag to be on the safe side. Even at home, you don't let piles of laundry or unfilled parental allowance applications spoil your afternoon nap with your baby. Because you've long since understood the two truths of parenthood: 1. You can't plan anything anyway, and 2. Sleep when the baby sleeps.

My recommendation for you: definitely a large diaper backpack with extra storage space and a practical opening: Changing backpack Fritz is perfect for you!

I know that most people are sure before the birth that they will be really relaxed parents who don't constantly make such a fuss about the baby. I know. Good resolutions. But at the latest when you've gone on a long car journey without any snacks or your baby has vomited all over their body twice in a row, you'll realize that preparation can save lives, er, nerves. Of course there's the baby smell, the cuddles, the incredible magic of this little miracle. But if we're being honest, the first few months are often really exhausting. And that's why I think it's so important not to stress yourself out even more during this very special phase with good intentions and perfectionism. You are YOU as a mom or dad, and you're doing a really good job.

Ultimately, only you can decide which diaper backpack you need. Only you know your family and your daily routine well enough. Some people only buy a diaper backpack for their second child because they've found it more practical. It's definitely a good idea for you and your partner to discuss this investment, so both of you can carry the bag. Perhaps a separate diaper bag for the grandparents or childminder would be a good idea? Because whether you're control freaks, yogis, or pure chaos: the bag should be for YOU. And it should be for you later, even without a baby ;-)

And now hand on heart: what type of parent are you?