Apaprently, the Portamee Baby Carrier, which bills itself as the “Prada” of baby carriers, is becoming the new favorite of celebrity dads such as Tom Cruise.  It is also receiving a lot of media attention, and has been featured on the Today Show. 

What makes this carrier so special? One distinguishing feature is that it is made with high end fabrics and leather trim.  It is also designed to help eliminate back fatigue with a lumbar support.  Its simple design is made to appeal to dads on the go (although it works perfectly for moms too).  Not only is the appearance very masculine, but the carrier comes with built-in features such as pockets for keys, cell phones, wallets, and other gadgets in addition to baby essentials.

The carrier is intended for use with children from about 4 months of age up to 35 pounds.  An optional headrest allows you to use the carrier with a newborn as well. The cost of this carrier is higher than most, but if it suits your style and money is no object, you can purchase one for $180 at LaLaLing.com.

Handbags, diaper bags, backpacks, or totes, all have a way of becoming the Bermuda Triangle for all of ours and our kids’ stuff. I raised three children and we were always on the road going somewhere, so diaper bags were just a part of our gear. I remember having to dig around these multi-layered, multi-pocketed diaper bags for just one thing.

This Diaper Bag Details by Skip Hop is a very good idea. You still need a diaper bag for the bigger items (blankets, extra clothes, etc.) but you could use this smaller bag for just the important essentials that you may need to access right away. It includes an insulated Bottle Bag, a laminated zip case and detachable strap, a pacifier  holder, see-through wipes case, and diaper holder.  All that in an 11.75×10x4.5″h bag. View this item at SkipHop.com, where it is priced at $45 and comes in Ocean Stripe, Flora, and Black Geo.

What new dad doesn’t want to show off his gorgeous daughter?  This great onesie by Catfish Greetings lets you do just that.  Made from 100% organic cotton that has been combed for extra softness, this onesie will pamper your baby while letting the world know how devoted you are to her, and how devoted she will no doubt one day be in return.  I love the hip modern graphic which adds to the sweetness of the shirt without being too corny.  The combination of pink and brown is definitely eye-catching.

If you would like one of these bodysuits for your Daddy’s girl, you can purchase one for $28 at PinkOliveBoutique.com.  It is available in 3-6 and 6-12 month sizes.  It would make a great gift for any new dad, too.

A favorite with celebrity dads such as Matt Damon, the Ju Ju Be Messenger Style Diaper Bag is a great solution for dads who want a diaper bag that they can proudly call their own.  It is a great option for moms, too.  The bag, which doesn’t look at all like a traditional diaper bag, features a panel with a clip for gear such as keys and cell phones. The bag includes a removable changing pad with antibacterial coating, and the entire bag is coated with Teflon to deflect spills and stains. It even has a padded pouch for a laptop, so you can get some work done on the go.  Best of all, the styling of this bag will allow you to use it far beyond the time your child spends in diapers.

You can purchase one for $124.99 at littledudesanddivas.com.  Several colors are available.

Do you like simple, urban products for yourself and your baby?  Then you might want to check out this Ragged Pad Changing Kit from Rowdy Products.  This simple cotton canvas pad will appeal to both moms and dads who prefer to keep it basic.  The “ragged” trim provides a unique and edgy look.

The pad is lined with water-resistant nylon.  It features a handle, so you can either carry it on its own or toss it into your diaper bag. Padding cushions your little one’s head during diaper changes, and an elasticized pocket keeps the included wipes case in place.

A number of colors are available.  You can purchase one for $37.94 at LittleDudesandDivas.com.

Here’s another offering in the quickly-growing collection of man-geared diaper bags.  Recently featured in People Magazine and popular with celebrity families such as that of Felicity Huffman and her husband, the Guy Infant Gear (GIG) Messenger Bag has a lot to offer dads on the go.  This sleek black bag looks like any other hip messenger bag, so no one even needs to know that it is full of diapers and other baby accessories. It is also well-designed to hold everything you need from baby essentials to dad essentials like cell phone, ipod, keys, etc.  Outside pockets keep things handy.

I think this bag is so non-diaper bag like in its design that it will have an extended life far beyond your child’s days in diapers.  You can purchase one for $115 at LaLaLing.com.  It would make a great gift for a dad-to-be, too.