29 Genius Parenting Hacks You Should Try This Summer

1. Freeze aloe vera in ice cubes trays to instantly cool sunburns.

2. Make an instant diaper decoy beach safe.

3. Create an easy DIY breakfast station for kiddos on summer mornings.

Love and Marriage Blog will show you how.

4. Keep baby powder on hand to remove damp sand from feet at the end of a long beach day.

5. Blow up a kiddie pool to keep blankets dry while watching fireworks or stargazing.

Damp grass? No problem.

6. Make drip-free popsicles at home by adding gelatin to the mix.

Get the recipe HERE.

7. Alternately, use a cupcake liner to keep dripping popsicles contained.

8. You can also use them to keep your drinks bug-free!

9. Equally clever? Make your own spill-proof cup out of Press n’ Seal.

10. Get a thrift store sheet and turn it in to an outdoor canvas!

11. Use a shoe sorter to keep summer essentials organized in your trunk.

See more at Kids Activities Blog.

12. Build this poolside drying rack.

Instructions HERE.

13. Add magnets to drinking cups so kiddos can keep themselves hydrated on hot days.

14. Turn your deck in to a giant game board.

Let it lead to a day of outdoor activities!

15. Make giant bubbles!

See more at Busy Kids Happy Mom.

16. Keep the fun flowing with a bubble refill station.

17. Fill your cooler with frozen balloons to prevent a melt-down.

Great for boxed drinks which get soggy soaking in water.

18. Make your own DIY sundial, and watch time slow down.

Find out how!

19. Wash sand and dirt out of toy crannies in the dish washer.

Also a great way to clean shoes.

20. Use empty wipes containers to carry toys, food, games, and craft supplies on the go.

21. Egg cartons can be used to travel fruit that bruises easily.

22. Beat boredom with pre-labeled “activity sticks.”

Brainstorm a bunch of fun ideas together and you’ll always have inspiration on hand when boredom strikes.

23. Apple cider vinegar can calm itchy mosquito bites.

Orajel or lemon juice will also do the trick in a pinch.

24. Easily create your own soap-boat race track.

Lean how at I Heart Naptime. (Aluminum foil can sub in for a wider racetrack.)

25. Convert a bead container to customizable snack storage.

26. Use old candy tins to make your own magnetic travel games.

Learn how HERE.

27. Muffin tins make great condiment service dishes.

Also cuts down on dishwashing!

28. Keep your kiddos suitcase under control by separating clothes by day.

The ziplocs can double as wetbags for messy clothes needing to return home.

29. Bring a fitted sheet to the beach and say goodbye to sandy blankets.