Best Baby Cooler Bags in Singapore to Keep Milk Safe for Consumption

Did you know that a crucial part of caring for your baby includes choosing the right baby cooler bag Singapore has to offer for milk storage? Many may forgo this step—but it can significantly change your milk storage habits and increase convenience.

The main purpose of a baby cooler bag is, of course, to carry baby bottles conveniently when travelling out of the house. However, baby cooler bags can help preserve bottled milk for a longer period at certain temperatures, making sure that it is still consumable for the baby when on longer travel trips. 

Before we delve deeper into the details, let us first share some helpful details on baby milk.

Things to note about baby milk

Formula and thawed breast milk are not recommended to be left out for more than two hours, while freshly-pumped breast milk at room temperature must be used within four hours. This can prove to be an inconvenience when on long travels.

Furthermore, it is not advisable to use a microwave to heat milk—making temperature the main concern when it comes to storing and travelling with bottled milk. 

However, there are methods such as freezing milk that is ideal for storing it for extensive periods, such as up to 6 months for breast milk, though it is recommended to be used within the first four days to preserve nutritional content.

Similarly, cooler temperatures provided by insulated baby cooler bags can help extend the shelf life of bottled milk while on the go.

This hence makes a baby bottle bag extremely essential for maintaining milk temperature and extending shelf life when you’re travelling. 

Choosing the best baby cooler bag

It is important to consider certain factors when choosing the appropriate bottle bag for either formula or breast milk, or even both! Here are some factors: 

Bag size — taking travel as the main consideration when choosing a bottle bag, bag size is an important factor as it affects convenience.

Furthermore, it is important to choose a bag size that is adequate for the number of milk bottles or insulated bottles you intend to bring with you. 

Insulation — check the level of insulated bottles provided by the bottle bag, so you can estimate how long the milk will remain cold.

You may also want to look into how it remains cold—some bottle bags make use of reusable fitted ice packs. 

Ease of cleaning — with bottles of milk, there would definitely be incidents of spillage. These thermal bags are therefore essential to choose a bottle bag that allows for easy cleaning and perhaps non-absorbance of the milk into the fabric. 

Carrying options — tying in with ergonomic design and functionality, you may be more inclined to choose a bottle bag with various carrying options, such as one that is interchangeable between crossbody and shoulder. This can elevate the convenience when bringing the bottle bag out. 

Style — while this may not be the most important consideration for many, some may be concerned with how the bottle bag may look with a nice outfit, perhaps on special occasions.

Hence, you may also look for bottle bags which are stylish and fit your preferences.

Price — it is important to choose a bottle bag that is not just good but within your budget.  

Best Baby Cooler Bags in Singapore

Now that you’re better equipped with information, we hope you pick one from our list of the best baby cooler bags in Singapore.

Mama’s Choice Sling Cooler Bag

With Mama’s Choice Cooler Bag Singapore, you won’t have to worry about storing milk bottles during long-distance journeys.

It has ergonomic features such as separate compartments for the storage of miscellaneous items, and it is able to hold up to 9 bottles! 

Furthermore, it is 100% waterproof and has another exterior pocket for items which you require quick and easy access. 

Features We Love:

• Two pockets—one rear pocket and one exterior pocket.
• Separated compartments—top and bottom thermal bags. 
• Can be used as a sling or tote bag for insulated bottles. 
• Comes in two cooler bags Singapore has to offer. 

V-coool Cooler Bag

The V-Coool Cooler Bag Singapore is a compact cooler bag to help with organising milk bottles and miscellaneous related items in separate compartments—one on top and one on the bottom.

With these separate compartments providing additional storage, you can now place milk bottles and ice packs on the bottom layer while placing breast pumps or napkins on the top layer.

Furthermore, the bottom layer is well insulated with padding, ensuring that milk stays cool for a long time. 

Features We Love:

• Durable and easy-to-maintain thermal bags. 
• Big opening when unzipped, providing easy access.
• Small pocket at the back of the bag for insulated bottles. 
• Sturdy hand carry strap, additional detachable shoulder strap.

Pigeon Breastmilk Bag

Pigeon Cooler Bag Singapore prides itself on the creation of a “portable fridge." Its unique fridge-to-go technology allows for ease of transporting bottles of milk without the mess. This cooler bag can keep milk cold for up to 8 hours. 

And on top of being able to fit up to 4 bottles of milk at any one time with ice packs, it is also lightweight. This makes it an ideal choice for travelling over shorter periods and distances.

Features We Love: 

• Easy-to-clean surfaces thermal bags. 
• Great portability for insulated bottles. 
• Big opening when unzipped, providing easy access.
• Sturdy hand carry strap cooler bag. 

Skip Hop Cooler Bag

This Skip Hop Cooler Bag Singapore is an insulated grab-and-go bag which significantly enhances convenience and portability with its compact and ergonomic design. It can keep two bottles warm or cold and includes a freezer pack. 

Furthermore, it has additional straps so you can attach it to a stroller, and additional mesh pockets for storage, making it an all-in-one choice for an extremely portable baby cooler bag. 

Features We Love:

• The insulated wipeable lining allows for easy cleaning.
• Two-way zippers allow for single or double-bottle access.
• Adjustable strap for comfortable thermal bags. 
• Comes in 7 different designs and is suitable for insulated bottles. 

Insular Baby Cooler Bags

Despite being the most inexpensive on this list, Insular Cooler Bag Singapore definitely does not lose out in any way.

It is able to hold two milk bottles and additionally features an internal mesh bag for storage. It is insulated with thick pearl cotton and lined with food-safe, leak-proof aluminium foil for extra insulation. 

Features We Love:

• Moisture- and water-proof thermal bags. 
• Easy to clean cooler bags Singapore has to offer. 
• Two-way zipper enhances convenience.
• Can be easily connected to baby strollers.

PackIt Freezable Lunch Cooler Bag Review

• Product name: PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag with Zip Closure, Black
• Price: $14.88 (U.P. $19.99) – excluding shipping fees
• Dimensions open: 10 H x 8.5 W x 5 D inches

With PackIt’s patented cooling technology, the freezable gel is permanently built into the bag; so you will never waste money on separate ice packs or gel packs again!

Simply flatten and freeze overnight (12 hours), then pack when ready to go. For additional storage space, flatten the freezable divider.

For simple care, wipe thoroughly or hand wash the interior and spot a clean exterior; allow the bag to dry completely before freezing.

Add this to your cart now for a lunch bag plus a cooler bag Singapore has in the market!

Protip: You can freeze the milk together with the whole bag so that the frozen milk acts as extra “ice packs".

Pros: 

• The exterior does not get wet or damp when defrosting.
• Many designs, colours, and styles.
• Good functions and holds a lot of food (fits nicely and snugly).
• Keeps food cold for around 8 ~ 10+ hours.

Cons:

• Not machine or dishwasher safe.
• Velcro closure weakens over time (but the bag is zippered at the top as well, so it’s not a huge issue).
• Seams could pose a problem over time with heavy items.

Price Comparison

Here’s a quick look at the prices of the best baby cooler bags in Singapore, which we hope can further help you with your purchase:

Editor’s Note: Each item and price is up to date at the time of publication. However, an item may be sold out or the price may be different at a later date.

Also read: Best Baby Bottle Bags in Singapore to Keep Milk Safe for Consumption