Genius Parenting Hacks That Make Life With Kids So Much Easier

Beach Bums

Got a problem with sticky sand at the beach? A secret way to keep clean is something you might not expect...a fitted sheet! Use an old fitted sheet and place tall weights, like bags and coolers, in the four corners. Bring along some toys from home and place your toddler inside. They won't get sand everywhere and won't cry from the discomfort, but you can all enjoy the ocean weather. 

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The More You Know

  • If you've accidentally dripped candle wax onto your carpet, there is hope yet. First, put a paper bag down over the wax, then lightly go over the affected area with a steam iron. The steam will help lift the wax from the carpet and allow it to cling to the bag instead.
  • Sleeping just 30 minutes more than you usually do can do wonders for your productivity levels by reducing daytime sleepiness, fatigue, and tension.
  • Find a tall pitcher about the height of your wine bottle and get cooling. Immerse the bottle in ice water with a small handful of salt and turn every few minutes or so.
  • Organize each matching sheet set by folding everything and storing it inside one of the pillowcases.
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