While no job is ever easy, parenting can really be painstaking. Just for you we have ingenious parenting hacks from around the world. They may seem strange, but try them for yourself.
Make-Shift Sweeper
Make-Shift Sweeper
You should take advantage of your babies love for crawling around, and turn it into a way to keep the house clean! Simply place dusters on their onesie and watch as they clean the house without knowing it.
Drink Up
Did you know that giving your child their medicine does not always have to be so hard? The solution here is to give them a pacifier and then deliver the right dose. Do not forget to cut off the tip and then put the medicine dropper in it.
Drink Up
No More Tears
If you are a parent, there is nothing you hate more than seeing your child cry. This might seem unavoidable when you are bathing them, but you should know that an umbrella band will make everything better. This way, the bath water won’t flow down their face.
No More Tears
DIY Play Pen
You don’t need to leave your toddler with the babysitter at home when you are itching to go to the beach! Simply bring a fitted sheet with you and convert the linen into your very own play pen. Simply prop up the corners with bags and belongings. Voila!
DIY Play Pen
Bye-Bye Boogeyman
Little kids have some very wild imaginations. As you probably know, it is common for children to think there is a monster hiding in the closet or under the bed. It can be difficult to comfort them, but a little DIY project can put a stop to this nonsense. Help them make a “monster spray” to keep the monsters away!
Bye Bye Boogeyman
No Better Time
The best time to teach your children good habits? When they are still little, of course. If they have racecars and other small toys, provide them with a bin for storage purposes. When they get the hang of this, it will be something they carry well into adulthood.
No Better Time
Divide and Conquer
You probably dread long road trips when you have several little children. Give them personal space by putting in dividers between the seats. This is a great way to prevent them from bothering each other. The ideal scenario is that they will fall asleep immediately!
Divide and Conquer
Trojan Juice
We don’t really like lying to our children, but there are times when it is the only option. You can get your child to drink their medicine by presenting them with their favorite beverage. Sneakily stick the straw into a medicine bottle, however. If ever they throw a fit after this, hand them the real soda or juice.
Trojan Juice
Time to Clean
Cleanup time does not have to be so mind-numbingly boring. Why don’t you place tape on the floor in the shape of a square? You can turn this into a game by asking your children to sweep dust and dirt into it!
Time to Clean
Hands-On
Children like it when their folks hold them right as they are falling asleep. Unfortunately, not everyone in the world has enough time to do this. We all know that kids can take a notoriously long time before they get to dreamland. Nonetheless, you can emulate the feeling by getting a glove and putting rice or dried beans inside. Just put it on your baby’s back and they will be snoring in no time.
Hands-On
Colored Clocks
It can be difficult keeping track of your children’s daily schedule. They will usually be disobedient and let us not forget that you have a schedule of your own as well. You can make it easier for both you and the kids by using the clock creatively. Assign certain colors to different tasks. This way, it will only take you all a quick look to figure out what you should be doing.
Colored Clocks
Not Just for the Shower
A shower caddy will work as a picnic basket in a pinch. This is actually a pretty great idea if you are about to embark on a long road trip. It will also lower the chances of your kids making a mess while they eat!
Not Just for the Shower
Toothspins
Do not simply leave your toothbrushes in a drawer or a cup! It is important to consider where you place them since it will be bad if they collect bacteria. Grab some clothespins and use them as toothbrush stands. You can also prevent confusion by letting the children choose a different color for theirs!
Toothspins
Left and Right
Like riding a bike, you will never forget how to distinguish the left and the right after you learn which is which. While teaching the kids this, you can get a sticker, split it into two, and place the proper half in the respective shoe. Not only is it educational, but it will also lessen what you have to do in the morning!
Left and Right
Goodbye Glitter
Although glitter looks good, it is certainly a struggle to clean it all up. When you work with glitter, make sure to keep a lint roller handy. You will catch all of the bits and pieces by rolling it around!
Goodbye Glitter
Cover It Up
Do your kid’s toys make a racket? If so, you can make it less noisy by using some tape. Simply place it over the speaker of the toy, and you should notice a difference. Your ears will definitely thank you!
Cover It Up
Sticker Fun
Children commonly get nervous when they hop on a plane. During the plane ride, it is your duty as the parent to keep them as busy as possible. Give them fun-shaped removable stickers to distract them the whole time!
Sticker Fun
Drip and Catch
Popsicles make for an excellent treat no matter how old you are. However, children have a tendency to devour them in the messiest way possible. Use a coffee lid to catch drips and avoid a huge mess!
Drip and Catch
Treating Minor Burns
It goes without saying that burns are painful. When it cannot be helped, grab a face cloth or paper towel, soak it in vinegar, and place it on the affected area. It should prevent blisters, ease the pain, and make it feel cool.
Treating Minor Burns
Stuck No More
Can you imagine how your child must feel when they lock themselves in the bathroom? You can avoid sticky situations such as this one by using a rubber band. Arrange it this way so that you can always guarantee they will be able to get out!
Stuck No More
Spritz It Off
Hot days can be very unpleasant, especially if you are spending it on the road in your car. You can cool down hot seat belt buckles with the use of a spray bottle.
Spritz It Off
Pool Noodles
Pool noodles are not limited to just the pool! This safety equipment will also be useful in a trampoline. Your kids will now be able to jump up and down as much as they want.
Pool Noodles
Clip-Clop
When you are clipping your nails, make sure to have tape handy. What for? Well, if you place them strategically, they will all the clippings!
Clip-Clop
Scavenger Hunt
If you are having a difficult time convincing your teenager to clean up, a little motivation might go a long way. Something like this will undoubtedly work! We bet it’s going to be sparkling clean in record time.
Scavenger Hunt
To Each His Own
Do your children reach in for a new cup and leave their used ones somewhere else? Well, you can prevent this by giving them cups that come with magnets. They will be able to stick it to the fridge, so they have literally no excuse to not use it.
To Each His Own
Painless Painting
Creativity should always be in encouraged among children. Did you know that you can do this without creating a mess? Just add three drops of paint to a Ziploc bag and your kid will have a blast. As a bonus, your house will remain clean as well!
Painless Painting
Not Too Much
Rubber bands can be used for a great deal of things. Did you know you can prevent excessive soap use by tying them around the pump nozzle?
Not Too Much
Sticker Saves the Day
If your child cannot figure out which shoe goes on which foot, help them out with the use of stickers. Cut them in half, place the right one in the right shoe, and the left half in the left shoe. You get bonus points when you pick out a sticker they like.
Sticker Saves the Day
Fresh Apples
Have you noticed how fast your apple slices brown? If you want to keep them fresh the whole day, put the chopped pieces in a lunch bag, add some salt, and then fill it with water. Don’t worry, the salt won’t affect the taste much, if at all!
Fresh Apples
Easy Does It
Splinter removals are known for being painful experiences, but what if we tell you it doesn’t have to be that way? Mix some water and baking soda and leave the affected body part in the mixture. It won’t be as painful and will be easier to remove!
Easy Does It
Recycling Pizza Boxes
If you don’t know what to do with pizza boxes, you can actually use them as canvases for your children!
Recycling Pizza Boxes
Spray It On
No matter how much you tell them not to, children will find a way to ruin the wall. WD-40 will be able to remove crayon stains without a hitch!
Spray It On
Wedge It In
You might be surprised by the things you can do with a wad of tissue paper. Did you know you can help your kid learn proper writing form with it? It’s true! Simply wedge it behind their last two fingers.
Wedge It In
Grippy Socks
Puffy fabric paint offers a quick way to give your socks more grip. This will prevent your little ones from sliding and falling!
Grippy Socks
Sneaky Shoes
There is no need to worry if your kids get minor scratches on their shoes. Grab a crayon in the same color and it will no longer be noticeable.
Sneaky Shoes
Not Permanent After All
It isn’t a great idea to have your permanent markers within your children’s reach. Nonetheless, grab your toothpaste tube and use it to scrub away the stains when the worst case scenario happens.
Not Permanent After All
Cleanup Time Quick
There is no better way to get children excited than by starting a game. When cleaning up, set an egg timer and ask them to clean everything before it goes off.
Cleanup Time Quick
Bye Back Pain
Attach your baby’s toys to the highchair or stroller with the use of baby’s gym toy links. This will save you the struggle of having to bend down to pick them up when they fall off.
Bye Back Pain
Closet Coordination
When you are going to a crowded place, it would be a good idea to dress the whole family in matching clothes. This will be a great way to identify each other when you get separated.
Closet Coordination
Nipple No More
Your child cannot hold on to the pacifier for the rest of their life. When it is time to separate them, begin cutting away a portion of the nipple every time your child uses it. It should not take long before they become uncomfortable with it. If not, there will eventually be nothing left.
Nipple No More
Versatile Baby Furniture
Did you know that the play table can also be used as a picnic table? Just make sure to first cover it in oilcloth to avoid water damage.
Versatile Baby Furniture
Proper Storage
You should always make sure the pacifiers are clean! When traveling, you can store them in sauce containers. This will ensure that bacteria and dirt do not get on them.
Proper Storage
Kiddie Bulletin Boards
As we all know, bulletin boards can do wonders for organization. You should make individual bulletin boards for your children. This is a great way to keep track of their schedules, reminders, and chores. It would be ideal if you put it up near their bedroom or the shoe area.
Kiddie Bulletin Boards
Parking Problems
Have you ever lost your kid in the parking lot? If so, you know how stressful it can be. Grab a Parking Pal sticker so that your kid will not wander off as you are putting the groceries in the trunk.
Parking Problems
Pool Play Pen
If you have no budget for a play area, go and get a cheap inflatable pool instead. Simply put it in the living room and voila! Your child will have a play pen of their own for a fraction of the cost.
Pool Play Pen
Tent Transformation
We understand if you refuse to leave your little one all alone no matter what. When you have to do something in the yard, take the crib with you – but not without turning it into a tent first!
Tent Transformation
Baby Food Prep
You can actually save time by making a huge batch of food for your child at the beginning of the week. Simply place them in the ice tray to make it even more convenient.
Baby Food Prep
Not Just for Dishes
Here’s a tip: you can put your shoes and toys in the dishwasher if you need to clean them!
Not Just for Dishes
Lawn Art
Do not believe any fool who tells you that you cannot be creative and outdoorsy at the same time. Put a big sheet out on the lawn and the kids will unleash their creativity on the huge surface!
Lawn Art
Makeshift Water Slide
A hose and a plastic sheet will be everything you need to make a water slide. This is a great time to reuse the plastic sheet that accompanied your new appliances and furniture!
Makeshift Water Slide
Fort Fun
No matter how old you are, forts offer so much fun. You can make one for your kid by using a hula-hoop and then hanging bed sheets from it.
Fort Fun
Organize ‘Em
Did you know that your shoe organizer can be useful for things other than your footwear. Among other things, you can put toys in it. We love the fact that you can take it to your room or even the car!
Organize ‘Em
Daily Masterpiece
This trick should keep your children busy for a long time! Stop them from going through your office in their search for paper. Provide them a designated spot for drawing instead. Aside from that, it offers the kids the freedom to change the framed drawing whenever they feel like it.
Daily Masterpiece
Snow Blocks
What could possibly be more fun than igloo building when snow finally arrives? If you want the perfect igloo, use a Tupperware container as a mold for your bricks. Teach the children how to do this and let their creativity shine!
Snow Blocks
No Mess
We all love our hotdogs, but sometimes they are not worth the mess your children will end up making. To avoid red stains on clothes, you should add the ketchup straight to the bun! You will have a much easier time doing the laundry as well.
No Mess
Hide The Candy
If your kids keep breaking into the candy stash, it becomes necessary to hide it from them. You need to be smart about it since children can be very clever! We recommend getting an empty bag of a healthy snack. They will stay far away from it, trust us.
Hide The Candy
Yogurt Pops
When summer rolls in, you need to provide children a refreshing but delicious snack to cool them up. Make yogurt pops in two simple steps! Just poke a hole in the lid using a stick and then pop it in the freezer. Make sure you do not finish the entire batch all by yourself – it’s that good!
Yogurt Pops
Bib Hanger
If you hate losing bibs in different parts of your home, you should get a command hook and put it behind the high chair. This will keep the bibs in the place where your little eats. There will now be very little chance of misplacing them!
Bib Hanger
Baby Socks
Are you having some difficulty keeping track of your baby socks when you do the laundry? If so, we have just the tip for you. Grab a mesh laundry bag, put all your socks there, and put it in the wash. You will never lose the teeny tiny socks again!
Baby Socks
All That Sparkles
When you are making crafts at home, you will usually end up with a huge mess of sparkles, sequins, and glitter. As you might have guessed, it will be hard to clean all of this up. You can address the chaos by getting a wide sort of tape and then wrapping it around your hand. Make sure the sticky side is facing outward so that you can collect all the bits and pieces.
All That Sparkles
Medicine Chart
You can take note of your baby’s medicine schedule using a simple trick. It can be hard to remember if you have already given them the dose sometimes. A visual reminder can do the job! All you need to do is draw the schedule on the bottle using a sharpie.
Medicine Chart
Snack Bins
It seems like you can give your children all the food in the world, but they will still be hungry in a matter of hours! You probably do not enjoy going back to the kitchen so frequently. You can solve the problem by preparing snacks in advance. This way, your kids can get the snacks even without your supervision.
Snack Bins
Childproof Cabinets
Do you have toddlers in your household? If so, you have probably seen your little one open the cabinets and take out all the contents! You can prevent this from happening using hair ties. Simply secure the cabinet handles this way and you should be good to go.
Childproof Cabinets
Race Track
Sometimes, it might seem like you have to spend a lot of money to keep your kids entertained. That is not the case at all! If you want to keep them occupied and happy, use some masking tape on the carpet to make a racing track for them. Mix it up every now and then by changing the shape of the track!
Race Track
Babyproof Coffee Table
It can be very stressful when you have a baby in the house. Among other things, you have to ensure that the environment will be safe for them. If your coffee table comes with sharp edges, you can simply use a pool noodle to blunt the edges. This is a good way to avoid injuries.
Babyproof Coffee Table
Jar Burrito
Burritos taste great and always make for a fun meal! However, you know how kids tend to make a huge mess when they eat something like this. You can make cleanup time easier by serving burritos in mason jars instead.
Jar Burrito
Bath Toys
Bath toys often become gross and moldy after some time. You can prevent this by sealing the hole using hot glue before anything else. The water won’t go inside the toy, so mold should not be a problem! You can now say hello to savings and goodbye to health hazards.
Bath Toys
Band-Aids
If you are running on a busy schedule, you might not have any time to spare for a hardware store run. Should you need plug protectors ASAP, you can use band-aids for the meantime. It will deter your kids from playing with the plugs, but this is not a long-term solution.
Band-Aids
Shoe Shopping
Does your kid dislike shopping for shoes? If you cannot convince them to join you on a trip to the mall, simply trace their feet on a piece of paper and jot down the measurements. You can use this to find something that will fit them!
Shoe Shopping
Babysitting Template
When you are leaving your kids with a babysitter, it is important to give concise instructions. You can prevent miscommunication by printing this template and then placing it in a picture frame. After doing this, you can use an erasable marker to fill in the necessary information!
Babysitting Template
Safety First
Have you ever experienced having your finger slammed on in the doorframe? Painful, isn’t it? This is something you need to consider when you have a kid. A pool noodle can also be used to ensure that accidents like this do not happen.
Safety First
Fence Painting
You should never take a beautiful summer day for granted. Take your kids outdoors and do something fun but productive! Encourage creativity by telling them to “paint” the fence! Water and paint brushes are all you need.
Fence Painting
Keep Them Entertained
Do you find it difficult to keep your kid focused on preparing for school in the morning? You should stick some pennies to the bottom of their shoes. They will be very amused by the sound it makes, so they will want to keep moving!
Keep Them Entertained