Parenting Hacks That May or May Not Be Useful

At the very least, they're pretty funny, though.

Damjan

Published in Funny
5 Dec 2018

Parenting Hacks That May or May Not Be Useful

Parenting can feel like a never-ending race against the clock, especially when the to-do list keeps growing faster than anyone can keep up. Between chores, kid chaos, and the constant scramble to make life run a little smoother, even the smallest shortcut can start to look like a miracle.

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That is where parenting hacks come in, the kind of clever little tricks people swear by when they are trying to save time, money, or sanity. Some are surprisingly practical, some are a little questionable, and a few are just plain creative. Either way, these ideas are built for parents who are always looking for one more way to make the day easier.

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From DIY fixes to low-cost shortcuts, this roundup has plenty of ideas that might help, or at least make you laugh. Read on.

1. Win-Win!

You can entertain your child while getting them to accomplish a chore by simply turning sweeping into a game.

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2. Chore Time

Metal cookie sheet + paint + magnets = an easy way to keep your kids on track!

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3. Giant Bubbles

You don't need to pay to play when you probably have everything you need in your cupboard at home to make giant bubbles with your kids! There are few things in life that children love more than bubbles; this is a guaranteed way to make them smile.

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Some of these hacks are more clever than polished.

4. Quilted Keepsakes

Are you the type who cannot bear to part with your growing child's baby clothes? While giving them to someone in need is always a great idea, others are turning their child's baby clothes into keepsake quilts!

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5. Start to Finish!

Turn dinner into a game, and you'll never feel the frustration of an unfinished plate!

6. Party Ideas

Every kid these days loves nail polish. Now you can turn it into a party snack with just a few tools: giant marshmallows, frosting, and candy bars. Good luck!

7. The Artist

When it comes to toddlers, playing with paint can be a really, really bad idea. That is until someone realized that if you stuff some paint in a plastic bag and tape it to the window, your toddlers will have hours of mess-free fun!

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Parents really do get creative when they are trying to save a little time.

And if “chores and money” turn into a fight, this mirrors a SAHM’s husband accusing her of spending her earnings “wrong”.

8. Free and Easy Keepsake

There cannot be an easier way to share such a treasure as time with your kiddos.

9. Prep All the Things!

Who has time to fuss every morning over getting the kids dressed and ready for school? Prep ahead of time to make the whole process smoother.

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10. Diaper Duty

Literally nobody wants to pick up what looks like a used, dirty diaper. Nobody.

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11. Charged Down

Psychological torture for today's teens.

12. PVC Pipes

PVC pipes offer a lot of parenting hack options. This is merely one of many!

That one definitely falls into the "why not try it" category.

13. Dollar Store Finds

All you need are dollar store buckets, a drill for holes, and zip ties! Ta-da!

14. Keep Your Kids Safe!

Lots of kids are runners, but this nifty decal could make a huge impact.

15. Cardboard Box Staircase Slide

Believe it or not, this is a widely popular idea, and some parents have perfected it. Children love playing on the stairs, but it doesn't have to be dangerous if you get involved to make it fun!