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If you think that life is already hard, wait until you have kids of your own. Yes, raising kids is a magical journey in creating a decent human being and yet as rewarding and fulfilling it is, parenting is also probably the hardest task known to the human race. The sleepless nights, the pee on a bed, the vomit on your favorite t-shirt and other hardships that are aplenty can sometimes be alleviated with clever life hacks, though.

We here at Bored Panda have collected a list of genius parenting tips and tricks that will leave you wondering: “Why didn't I think of that before?” From clever life advice on keeping your toddlers occupied, to life tips on getting your kid eating healthy and all the other possible parenthood hacks, you'll find all the necessary parenting advice on easy rearing here.

Scroll down below to check the life hacks for kids and adults alike out for yourself, and don't forget to upvote the best ones!

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Creative Hack

Creative Hack

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No Bathtub? Here's The Solution: Baby Pool In The Shower Cabin. It's Also Handy When Travelling

No Bathtub? Here's The Solution: Baby Pool In The Shower Cabin. It's Also Handy When Travelling

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the fact that that pool fits perfectly in that shower tho seriously satisfies my soul

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Use A Tent To Make A Sandpit. You Will Be Able To Close It During The Night To Keep The Cats Out

Use A Tent To Make A Sandpit. You Will Be Able To Close It During The Night To Keep The Cats Out

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Carseat Hack That Could Save Lives

Carseat Hack That Could Save Lives

Write out child’s name, DOB, parents names, emergency contacts, any medical conditions, any meds your child is on and even child’s doctor, then stick it to the child’s car seat. In the event of an accident and the parents are unconscious, this information will be extremely helpful to EMS

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also blood type. Rally cars have the names of the driver and co- driver with their blood type on the side of the car.

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I Took A Rectangle-Shaped Tupperware And We Made 'Snow Blocks' For An 'Igloo'. My Boys Absolutely Loved It

I Took A Rectangle-Shaped Tupperware And We Made 'Snow Blocks' For An 'Igloo'. My Boys Absolutely Loved It

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Although We Tell Our Daughter To Not Run Into Parking Lots, It Doesn't Mean She Is Going To Listen. I Bought This Car Magnet And It Has Been A Miracle Worker. She Loves Keeping Her Hand On The Bright Colors While Waiting For Mom And Will Try So Hard To Match Her Fingers To The Magnet's

Although We Tell Our Daughter To Not Run Into Parking Lots, It Doesn't Mean She Is Going To Listen. I Bought This Car Magnet And It Has Been A Miracle Worker. She Loves Keeping Her Hand On The Bright Colors While Waiting For Mom And Will Try So Hard To Match Her Fingers To The Magnet's

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My Toddler Was Busy For Over 30 Minutes Playing With These Window Stickers On The Plane. Easy To Pack, Fun For Them, And Cheap!

My Toddler Was Busy For Over 30 Minutes Playing With These Window Stickers On The Plane. Easy To Pack, Fun For Them, And Cheap!

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Meirl

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Keep A Cheap Potty Chair In Your Car Along With A Few Diapers. If Your Child Needs To Go To The Bathroom When There Isn’t One, Open A Diaper And Put In The Bottom Of The Potty Chair. When He Is Done, Wrap Up The Diaper And Done. No Mess

Keep A Cheap Potty Chair In Your Car Along With A Few Diapers. If Your Child Needs To Go To The Bathroom When There Isn’t One, Open A Diaper And Put In The Bottom Of The Potty Chair. When He Is Done, Wrap Up The Diaper And Done. No Mess

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If You Have To Bring Your Stroller Indoors Put Shower Caps On The Wheels To Prevent Bringing The Dirt Inside

If You Have To Bring Your Stroller Indoors Put Shower Caps On The Wheels To Prevent Bringing The Dirt Inside

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Put Masking Tape On A Carpet For Your Kid To Play With Toy Cars

Put Masking Tape On A Carpet For Your Kid To Play With Toy Cars

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know a store where you can buy tape with a road on it just for this. it's super cool

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When Giving Meds, Write Out All The Planned Dosages On The Bottle Before Starting, Then, As Each One Is Given, Mark It Off. Eliminates Any Issues That Might Arise From Sleep-Deprived Forgetfulness

When Giving Meds, Write Out All The Planned Dosages On The Bottle Before Starting, Then, As Each One Is Given, Mark It Off. Eliminates Any Issues That Might Arise From Sleep-Deprived Forgetfulness

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In Need Of A Little Bit Of Hands Free Time? Place Your Baby In Front Of The Washing Machine For A Whole New World Of Entertainment

In Need Of A Little Bit Of Hands Free Time? Place Your Baby In Front Of The Washing Machine For A Whole New World Of Entertainment

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Ask Your Child To Sort Little Things Like Felt Balls Or Colourful Pasta Into A Muffin Pan

Ask Your Child To Sort Little Things Like Felt Balls Or Colourful Pasta Into A Muffin Pan

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My daughter loved doing this. At 8 years old, she still uses more time sorting beads than actually using them :)

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#19

French Fry Apples Anyone? When Your Toddler Doesn't Want Apples, Cut Them Like This And Pretend You Made Apple French Fries

French Fry Apples Anyone? When Your Toddler Doesn't Want Apples, Cut Them Like This And Pretend You Made Apple French Fries

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Apples were actually one of the few fruits I liked as a kid. Especially the green ones.

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Parenting Done Right

Parenting Done Right

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My family still tries to talk to me when I am listening to my music. 😠

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#22

When You Go Out, Color Code Your Brood. Makes It Easier To Spot Them In The Crowd

When You Go Out, Color Code Your Brood. Makes It Easier To Spot Them In The Crowd

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We did this once, didn't realise it was St Patricks day.......never seen little Jimmy again

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#23

Use Bottle Nipple As Medicine Dispenser

Use Bottle Nipple As Medicine Dispenser

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If You Have A Kid With A Walker, Use Pool Noodles As Bumpers To Save Your Walls And Ankles

If You Have A Kid With A Walker, Use Pool Noodles As Bumpers To Save Your Walls And Ankles

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I first saw the picture, I thought it was to allow the baby to float in a pool......

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Clean Non-Electronic Plastic Toys In A Dishwasher

Clean Non-Electronic Plastic Toys In A Dishwasher

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or Lego's in a pillowcase or washingbag with a zipper and into the washingmachine on a wool programe :D

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Bring Crayons To The Doctor When Your Kids Have A Check Up. It Keeps Everyone Distracted During Wait Times

Bring Crayons To The Doctor When Your Kids Have A Check Up. It Keeps Everyone Distracted During Wait Times

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#27

Sprinkle Some Cinnamon In A Sandbox To Keep Bugs Away

Sprinkle Some Cinnamon In A Sandbox To Keep Bugs Away

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#28

In A Super Pinch, Suitcase Can Double As A Sleeper

In A Super Pinch, Suitcase Can Double As A Sleeper

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#29

Use Shoe Storage Bag To Store And Organize Legos By Color

Use Shoe Storage Bag To Store And Organize Legos By Color

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

thats boring to me. Better have a huge pile of legos to dive and dig in, thats the life^^

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Disposable Gloves Hack

Disposable Gloves Hack

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We would put our feet inside plastic bags over our socks inside our boots as well.

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#32

A Frozen Sponge In A Ziplock Is The Perfect Way To Keep Kids Lunches Cold

A Frozen Sponge In A Ziplock Is The Perfect Way To Keep Kids Lunches Cold

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Does Anyone Else Use The Bathtub (Minus Water) As A Play Pen When Having A Shower?

Does Anyone Else Use The Bathtub (Minus Water) As A Play Pen When Having A Shower?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this doesn't work when your babies are able to turn on the water in the bath tub and you don't want them to

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Mom Tip: Yogurt Plus Food Coloring = Safe Edible Paint

Mom Tip: Yogurt Plus Food Coloring = Safe Edible Paint

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't think it is a good idea. You should teach your kid not to eat paint.

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#35

Put Up A “Spy Window”. Very Time You Want To Check On The Kids You Won't Need To Go All The Way Down The Stairs

Put Up A “Spy Window”. Very Time You Want To Check On The Kids You Won't Need To Go All The Way Down The Stairs

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't really get this one. I mean how many of us have spaces we can perfectly place a mirror to 'spy' on children? What if the children aren't in view of the spy hole? Surely the easiest option is too just walk down the stairs lol

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Put A Paper Sheet In A Ziplock Bag Together With Some Paint And Let Your Child "Paint" Mess-Free

Put A Paper Sheet In A Ziplock Bag Together With Some Paint And Let Your Child "Paint" Mess-Free

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I do this now! It's nice and simple, though I wouldn't say it's completely mess free.

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Attach A Sippy Cup To Your Kid’s Car Seat. This Way You Won't Have To Turn Around And Pick It Up Every Time Your Kid Drops It

Attach A Sippy Cup To Your Kid’s Car Seat. This Way You Won't Have To Turn Around And Pick It Up Every Time Your Kid Drops It

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Knit A Childproof Door Knob Cover To Avoid Getting Locked Out Or To Keep Children Away Of Entering Certain Rooms

Knit A Childproof Door Knob Cover To Avoid Getting Locked Out Or To Keep Children Away Of Entering Certain Rooms

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's crocheted... (Sorry...I crochet so it makes me a bit of an annoying nerd in the department.)

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Ask Your Keiki For A Toy They Want The 'Switch Witch' To Bring Them. Halloween Night When They Go To Bed All Their Candy Goes Next To Their Pillow. Switch Witch Arrives While They're Sleeping And Switches Their Candy For The Toy

Ask Your Keiki For A Toy They Want The 'Switch Witch' To Bring Them. Halloween Night When They Go To Bed All Their Candy Goes Next To Their Pillow. Switch Witch Arrives While They're Sleeping And Switches Their Candy For The Toy

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

confused... why spend money when they literally got all those sweets for free? Just give them to your child in small doses if you seriously can't take them having that much sweets ONCE A YEAR

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's a moment to teach a kid about self control and delayed gratification, which very important for producing functional adults.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We have a dentist that will weigh the candy and then give the kids a prize toy, depending on the weight of the candy. Of course my daughter rather have her candy.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don't do this. Please don't do this. Halloween is a vital holiday that can teach kids so much. Like- being safe around strangers, having good manners, being independent, sharing, and moderation (as well as splurging being OK now and then). It teaches kids that being scared is OK sometimes and how to process those emotions. It can also promote exercise!! Plus, for little kids it's their first chance to earn something and things like picking what they want to eat or trade promotes decision making. Meeting neighbors and being a part of your local community is also a huge part of Halloween. Don't do insular trunk or treat stuff. Don't take away or demonize the candy or the scary stuff. Halloween is a really special thing that needs more respect for how important it can be for kids development. This kind of c**p makes me really sad. (And . . . I think trading candy for a Barbie of all things is pretty ironic as well.)

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

meh, candy is better! Let them be kids. Toys come soon enough at christmas

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Sue Bentley
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Let the kid have candy. The switch witch seems like a dirty trick Mom. It's once a year. Lighten up.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who wants to teach your child that a witch sneaks into their bedroom at night? NOT ME!!!!

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Kim Carpenter
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or just limit their candy intake. This is just more pressure for parents to spend money on toys their kids don't need.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is great, then you can dole out the candy slowly instead of having a comatose kid the day after Halloween.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

our local dentist office rewards kids who turn in their candy to them after halloween. 1$ for every 1lb up to 5lbs...per child.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So you're taking kids' hard-earned free candy that they only get once a year AND SPEND MONEY ON A NEW THING for your own gain? Seems kinda f****d up to me.

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Hard earned? Hardly. But sure go ahead though and make your child another obese casualty. Only in America.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Next year I'm going to use the leftover candy to make 'spooky bark' (chocolate bark with all the random candies in it). I've already eaten up the candy for this year.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why do we treat kids like this? All the lies on top of lies, to supposedly save THEM from emotional pain. "Don't want to be the bad guy??? Just invent a good guy!" The pain comes later when the child realizes that trust is a sham. If you need to take the kid's candy away, after letting them go collect it...Just tell them that binge eating sugar is disgusting and horrible for your body, because it is, and that's actually true. Ya know what's worse? Lying. Lying is lame, even to a child.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well said, Karen Snyder. Our children know the stories of Santa Claus, the tooth fairy, etc., but never thought of them as "real". They know that gifts come from loved ones, and that people give because they care. When they lose teeth, Auntie collects them and treats the child with a trinket or a dollar. This is because kids grow up in a flash (symbolized by milestones such as losing teeth) and we want as many happy and proud memories as possible. Halloween may last all Autumn in our house, but the sweets are allotted out rationally, for reasons mentioned above. The same approach was taken with "Where do babies come from?" Honesty will prepare children for reality.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great way to get rid of the candy your kid (and you) won't eat.

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Angela Behring
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nobody mentioned the witch part- no way would I want a witch coming by me at night switching anything- that would have scared me- and seems just weird and freaky to tell a kid- if they want to trade the candy for a toy then just do it (no need for weirdo witchy games)!

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would take my phone out and not collect a lot of candy. Less work, same toy.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is genius! We're approaching Christmas, and still don't know how to get rid of our kids' Halloween candy!

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The Great Pumpkin asks you leave one half of your candy for him on the front stoop in exchange for a toy. Linus talks about this. So the kids get all excited watching It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown on Halloween after Trickir Treating.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A lot of vegan/low waste/candy is bad for you families use this to enjoy Halloween even without the candy :)

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When Getting Out Of The Car By A Road Or In A Car Park, Ask Your Child To Touch ‘The Spot’ Aka The Fuel Cover Thingy! Especially Helpful For Anyone With Multiple Children Trying To Get Everyone Out Of The Car!

When Getting Out Of The Car By A Road Or In A Car Park, Ask Your Child To Touch ‘The Spot’ Aka The Fuel Cover Thingy! Especially Helpful For Anyone With Multiple Children Trying To Get Everyone Out Of The Car!

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't get this one? What if the fuel cover is on the side of the road?

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Sometimes I Have To Disguise Oatmeal Within A Banana To Get My Child To Eat. He’s Been Eating The Same Bite Of Banana And New Oatmeal This Whole Time

Sometimes I Have To Disguise Oatmeal Within A Banana To Get My Child To Eat. He’s Been Eating The Same Bite Of Banana And New Oatmeal This Whole Time

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Teach A Child To Hold A Pencil Using A Kleenex

Teach A Child To Hold A Pencil Using A Kleenex

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I Agree with Sunflowers. This grip is tortuous. It could be I've been conditioned by two decades of drawing, but I can't help but hold my pencil using only two fingers - either thumb/index, thumb/middle or index/middle and, in each case, the other fingers are used as support, so they're in contact with the surface I'm drawing/writing on, not the palm. Frankly, I think it's a mistake to teach a child a single, "proper", pencil grip. Let them experiment with it and find their own. It's the same as forcing left-handed people to write their right, because that's the "proper" way, because it might mess with their perception of right and left. Both my dad and girlfriend are left-handed and have been forced to use their right for writing in school, so I know this one from experience. It gets especially visible when they're tired or unattentive - you tell them to turn right and they unthinkingly turn left.

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Use Shopping Cart Restraints To Secure Your Toddler's Sippy Cup

Use Shopping Cart Restraints To Secure Your Toddler's Sippy Cup

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Carry An ‘Out Of Order’ Sign In Your Wallet At All Times In Case You Encounter An Unexpected Delay Machine

Carry An ‘Out Of Order’ Sign In Your Wallet At All Times In Case You Encounter An Unexpected Delay Machine

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or just teach yourt kid that "No" means "No" and they will get to ride it another time.

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