There is not one perfect way to parent. Parenting has to work for you and your kids. If you have found a system that fits with your style, keep at it! I have 5 kids ranging in age from 21 months to 21 years old! Every single one of them has been different in their own ways. Here are some helpful Mom Hacks that I have used in my 21 plus years of being a momma. I hope that they can bless you and make things just a little bit easier for you in your daily life.
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Mom Hack #1 – Prep Before Each Diaper Change
ALWAYS prepare your diaper, wipes, powder (and change of clothes if needed) before you do a diaper change. This includes for after bath time. When changing your baby’s diaper, the faster you work the better. Getting peed on & pooped on are more easily avoided if you act swiftly. Also the possibility of your little one becoming wiggly and jiggly increase the longer it takes to get him/her changed.
Mom Hack #2 – USE an EXTRA Baby Wipe Folks!
I know that you are trying to save money in these frugal times, but believe me when I say that you do not want to skimp on using an extra wipe to clean up your baby’s bottom. That poop can get pretty acidic and not cleaning thoroughly can cause diaper rashes. You don’t want your baby to suffer through that. USE an EXTRA baby wipe!! Your baby’s bottom will thank you! I like to use Huggies Baby Wipes. They are nice and thick and don’t break through when wiping up your baby’s business!
Mom Hack #3 – Use Cornstarch Powder After Each Diaper Change
Always put PURE CORNSTARCH baby powder on your baby’s front and back side after each diaper change. This will keep them dry and help to prevent diaper rash.
*DO NOT use talcum powder. There are studies to suggest that talcum powder can cause ovarian cancer.
Mom Hack #4 – Spend the $2.00 Extra For The Name Brand Powder
I’m all for being thrifty and saving a buck where I can, but when it affects the quality, it’s better to spend a little extra. My husband has bought the generic store brand powder a couple times so I can tell you from experience that it gets very frustrating when you can’t twist the lid open. These bottles of powder are going to last you for probably at least 6 weeks. That extra $2.00 breaks down to an extra $0.04 a day. Go For It! SPLURGE! Click Here to buy it from Amazon.
Mom Hack #5- Wrap Up Those Dirty Diapers
ALWAYS wrap dirty diapers in plastic bags. I even go so far as to wrap number two diapers in not one, but two sandwich size ziploc bags. I also have a handy bag dispenser attached to my diaper bag that has plastic bags in it for when I am on the go. There is nothing worse than smelling several dirty diapers in your inside trash can, or several days old dirty diapers in your outside trash bin. Your neighbors and trash collectors will also thank you!
Mom Hack #6 – Pack a Change of Clothes and Keep on Hand
ALWAYS Pack a change of clothes for you and baby. If you have older kids that are between 3-6 years old even if they are potty trained, pack them extra clothes too. Sometimes having a new little one can cause kids to regress a bit. Competing for mommy’s and daddy’s attention when there is a newborn can be difficult.
Mom Hack #7 Use Ziploc Bags to Organize Your Diaper Bag
Using Ziploc Bags can keep all your baby supplies easily compartmentalized.
Mom Hack #8 – Order Groceries & Supplies Online
Amazon Prime is my Best Friend!! As often as possible, order groceries and supplies online and have them delivered, or pick them up at the store. It’s a lot easier to drive up to the pickup zone and have a team member load your groceries than it is to drag your kids through the aisles of the store. Several stores offer outside pick up for your groceries and supplies. Walmart and Target are a couple of stores that offer this service. This will save you so much time and probably money as well! It will certainly save your sanity.
Mom Hack #9 – Use NoseFrida When Baby Gets Stuffed Up
It’s not if, but when your baby gets stuffed up and congested, you will do everything you can to find relief for your little one. The best and fastest way that I have found in my 21 years of motherhood to get fast relief for congestion is to use a genius invention called The NoseFrida. Click this link to purchase it from Amazon. Seriously guys, this is the best thing ever. Now the concept of it grosses some people out, because you put a tube in your baby’s nose and basically suck the boogies out. I know I know it sounds disgusting, but rest assured that no snot will make it into your mouth. There is a filter that is attached to the tube that prevents this from happening. TRUST ME when your baby can breathe you will be thanking me for turning you on to this little gadget! You’re welcome
Mom Hack #10 – Use Saline Spray/Drops BEFORE You Use The NoseFrida
Using saline spray before you use the NoseFrida nasal aspirator will help loosen baby’s mucous and get you better results. I use Little Remedies brand Saline Spray / Drops. My kids always hate getting drops put in their nose, and they will fight me every step of the way. It feels like you are being so mean to them, but when you see how much better they can breathe afterwards, all the fuss will be worth it!
Mom Hack #11 – Self Care is a MUST
I will be completely honest. Of all the Mom Hacks, this is probably the one that I struggle with the most. It is so easy to get caught up in your day that you find little time to take care of yourself. But TRUST ME, Self Care is so important not only to your physical health, but also to your mental health! Take a shower, wash your face, brush your teeth, put on clean clothes, do your hair and makeup if you can. You will feel so much better and be so much more productive!
Mom Hack #12 – Invest In a Good Baby Cradle n’ Swing
Baby swings are pure magic! My kids pretty much lived/slept in their swing for the first 6 months. It was the only way I was able to get time to take a shower, or get anything done. Invest the money and buy a swing that has some good features. It’s great if it is battery powered, but make sure that it also has an A/C power cord as a backup! You don’t want to have to always buy batteries to keep this baby going. Also get one that has multiple positions and speeds available. A mobile and mirror to keep baby distracted is also a big plus. This is definitely an item you want to put on your registration!
Mom Hack #13 – Sleep When Baby Is Sleeping
Seriously. Maybe not always, but in the early days and weeks, sleep when your baby is sleeping. This isn’t necessary once you have establish a sleep routine that works for you, but in the beginning, it is better to conserve as much energy as possible. Being a sleep deprived momma is not fun!
Mom Hack #14 – Keep Extra Plastic Bags In The Car
You know all those grocery store bags that you always have too many of? Keep like 5-10 of them in your car. You never know when you might need one. I’ve used them to put garbage in when I quickly do a trash sweep..cuz you know our cars get trashed with little ones. They have also come in handy for a dirty diaper, or dirty/wet clothes. The possibilities are endless.
Mom Hack #15 – Keep an Empty Wide Rimmed Bottle Handy
Now this Mom Hack is for when baby gets older, but my husband insisted that I needed to share this because it has saved us so many times! Haha! If you have boys and you are potty training, always keep an empty wide rimmed bottle on hand especially in the car. What are you going to use a wide rimmed bottle for you ask? Yup you guessed it, a portable toilet! When faced with the choice of pee all over the car seat, or pee into a bottle, my choice is the bottle every time. (Washing your car seat is a pain in the butt!) You gotta do what you gotta do. I like bottles from Bai or Gatorade. Sometimes you just can’t make it to the toilet in time and there is no bush in site for your little guy to discreetly pee into.
I hope that you have enjoyed these Mom Hacks and that you can use some in your day to day. What are some of your favorite Mom Hacks or Tips & Advice? I would love to know! Leave me a comment below. Even though I have been doing this mom thing for quite a while, I am always learning new little things to make my house and life run smoother.
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