Genius Parenting Hacks That Make Life With Kids So Much Easier

Noise Duller

We've all been there. After a long day, you want to come home a relax to some peace and quiet. Unfortunately, your kid has a toy with a voicebox, terrible! You can make your evenings a little more pleasant by placing a piece of tape over the speaker. Your child will still be able to hear the noise coming out, but it won't be as loud and jarring to your ears. Easy listening... 

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The More You Know

  • Bubble wrap is a powerful insulator. While on the road, keep your Chunky Monkey from melting by wrapping the pint in plastic bubble wrap. It’ll stay firm for hours.
  • Fill some water bottles halfway, then lay them on their side in the freezer. When it's time for a cool drink, grab a bottle, fill it up with your beverage of choice, and let the wall of ice in the bottle keep your drink perfectly chilled.
  • Carrots take away the acidity in tomato sauce by adding subtle sweetness. If you find your sauce has gotten too acidic, peel a whole carrot, simmer it with the sauce and remove before serving.
  • If you accidentally got permanent marker on a piece of furniture, don't lose hope just yet. Using a small dab of non-gel toothpaste, rub the marker stain in a circular motion with a soft cloth and it should buff right out.
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