Dear New Parents, These Parenting Hacks Will Make Life So Much Simpler... And Help Keep You Sane!
By Dreamer
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Here are some great tips written by second or third time parents to help out all new parents and grandparents. These hacks and tricks will make the days just a little bit easier. We all know parenting doesn't come with a manual, but at least we can share some clever tips!
A laundry basket keeps the baby, the toys, and the bathwater all within easy reach.
Baby Vicks on the inside of a sock on the baby's feet stops nighttime coughs
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Making a monster spray helps frightened kids sleep at night.
Place a hook on the back of the highchair to hold spare bibs in case you go through two.
A crib sheet on top of a playpen keeps bugs out in summertime.
Freezing pacifiers in milk or juice soothes a teething baby.
A pool noodle split down the side helps protect fingers from slamming doors
Custom-made temporary tattoos help a lost kid get back to you as quickly as possible.
The Keep-It-Kleen Pacifier closes when it's dropped.
This device from the Yachting Gourmet turns any faucet into a drinking fountain.
A sign or piece of tape lets overeager kids know how much TP is the right amount.
Sidewalk chalk fits into old deodorant containers to help contain the mess.
Add Jell-O mix for slow melt popsicles.
A pool noodle under a fitted sheet will help keep little kids from rolling out of bed.
A kiddie pool corrals balls and wandering toddlers.
Old baby food jars are great for spices.
A washcloth puppet can help coax a stubborn kid into the tub.
Soaking a washcloth in chamomile tea will help a teething baby relax.
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A hot glue gun turns baby shoes slip proof.
Cupcake liners inside the car's cupholders keep them from getting sticky.
Open the flaps on the side of the juice boxes to keep from spraying juice everywhere.
Use a rubber band to add a tissue disposal box to the tissue box.
Extra Band-Aids baby proof electrical outlets in a hotel.
Toys in a laundry mesh bag can go through the wash.
Tracking the dosages on the side of a bottle helps you remember if you gave a dose or not - especially when you're sleep deprived.
Lint rollers can help clean up a playroom or craft table.
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