Martin's wiggly baby tip: My daughter is 8 months old and is wriggling and rolling like nobody's business – especially when we're trying to put on a fresh nappy (I guess you call them diapers). One way I've found of creating a few seconds' wriggle-free window of opportunity is to cover her face with whatever's […]
“Bumless” diaper lets diaper rash air out while containing the pee
This is why I love Parent Hacks. Where else are you going to hear this stuff? From Katherine (with no photo for obvious reasons): When my son was about a year old he suffered from a horrible, horrible diaper rash. His poor bum was raw and painful. I knew I needed to let his skin […]
Bedtime Ice cubes satisfy thirsty kids AND help them stay dry at night
Bethany's hack for potty training families: When my 3 yr. old was learning to stay dry at night we wanted to help without dehydrating him before bed so my hubby had a wonderful idea. He puts a few large ice cubes into the cup with just a little water. Our son can only drink a […]
Other sources of diaper disposal bags now that we all use reusable grocery bags
It never occurred to me just how much I used paper and plastic grocery bags until they all disappeared due to my faithful use of my canvas grocery totes. I find myself getting a lot more creative in my search for trash bags. Here’s L’s inventory, inspired by our recent discussion about storing unwashable Ziplocs […]
Keep unwashable Ziploc bags in the diaper bag
I'm trying to reduce my disposable plastic bag use, but Ziplocs have become such a part of my routine I find them indispensable. I rewash mine and dry them on the kitchen counter, but some are simply unwashable. Here's how Harmzie uses them: Can you stand one more Ziploc bag use? I know. They just […]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- …
- 11
- Next Page »