5 Best Baby Hacks For Busy Parents

Being a parent can be a challenging task. There are just so many chores to do. Your baby has pressing needs that you need to tend to round the clock while still being a whole functioning adult. Juggling work, family, personal well being and a baby can get exhausting and frustrating especially if you stick to a rule book about how things must be done. The realities of parenthood are far from being perfect. Picking up tips and tricks on how to manage your baby will ensure that you survive the day without breaking down every time your baby throws a fit. But it’s hard to get some insight on what works and what doesn’t when there are so many suggestions coming your way. But there are some certified baby hacks that are a lifesaver!

Here are the best 5 baby hacks for busy parents:

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1. Edible jewelry for the win

Your little toddler is constantly active and running around all day long. Be it at home or in a supermarket, they just can’t sit still. And they work up quite an appetite. Every parent knows that a “hangry” child is their worst nightmare. Your toddler is naturally fussy and being hungry only aggravates that. Keeping snacks on hand is a must but have you thought about doing that literally? Lugging around a huge bag filled with treats isn’t always practical. Simply string along some fruit loops or cheerios and make a necklace or a band. This way your toddler has something to munch on as they sit in the cart!

2. Solving The Breast Pump Problem

Solving The Breast Pump Problem
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This one is for all the mamas struggling to pump milk. Be it at the comfort of your home or in a public place, putting on your breast pumps just isn’t an easy task. It is uncomfortable and exhausting to hold them the entire time. And with all the things you have to do, keeping your hands occupied with this task is not an option. Putting on the appendage to hold them upright takes up time you don’t have. What do you do? Well, here’s an easy solution! Simply cut up a sports bra and use it when you need to pump milk hands free. This trick also makes your breasts more accessible so you need not keep removing and rewearing your garments.

3. Ease Teething Pain The Cool Way

Ease Teething Pain The Cool Way
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Teething is the worst phase for both parents and babies alike. Your baby is crying incessantly and you can’t do anything about it because they are in pain. Teething can be a long and uncomfortable process which will only result in your baby being fussier than usual. But there are ways to manage this. We’re sure you’ve frozen breast milk before to keep it from getting spoiled but have you considered giving it to your baby frozen? That’s right, we are suggesting a milk popsicle! Anything cold will alleviate the pain your baby is experiencing and giving them something to suck on also helps deal with the discomfort. A popsicle ticks both these boxes. Simply pour breast milk into mini popsicle molds and stick them in the freezer overnight. Your baby has a soothing treat for the next day.

4. Mark The Medicine Bottles

When you are trying to keep track of how much and how many times your baby has taken their medicine, X marks the spot.Parents are usually overworked and paranoid when their baby falls ill and this may lead to them forgetting small but important details like how many more doses their baby needs to take. An easy way of keeping track of the dosage is to simply draw on a box for each dosage and cross it out every time your baby completes a dose. Problem solved!

5. A Multi Purpose Blow Up Pool

A Multi Purpose Blow Up Pool
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Every parent knows what a boon a blow up pool is, especially on those hot summer days when the kids need to cool off. But there are a variety of ways you can use the pool to your benefit. Do you ever clean the house, just to watch your toddler scampering about, dropping toys all over the place? Now you can just put them and their toys in the blow up pool wherever you’d like and carry on. Keep them in the center of the living room while you dust and vacuum. No one’s getting in your way now! The blow up pool can also be used as a makeshift bathtub. Most modern homes only have a shower and it’s hard to bathe a baby while trying to hold a showerhead. Use your pool as a mini bathtub to make life easier.

Parenthood is full of surprises and challenges and your baby is sure to keep you on your toes. Keeping a tab on everything your baby needs is hard work and it’s okay to feel exhausted or like you need a little help. Taking a couple of shortcuts doesn’t make you a lazy parent, just a smart one. So, let us know which of these hacks helped you the most. Do you know any interesting ones we’ve missed out on? Let us know in the comments section.

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