If you struggle to get out the door on time because of the "kid chaos," try this: enter your destination into your GPS before you even start getting the kids ready. By tracking the real-time arrival and traffic updates, you’ll know exactly how much time you have to work with. It takes the guesswork out of planning and saves me every time!

When your child is resisting a transition (e.g., leaving the park), try this: instead of saying "It's time to go," say, "I wonder what's waiting for us in the car!" or "Let's go see if the teddy bears are ready for a ride!" This reframes the task as an exciting adventure.

When your child is having a meltdown, a distraction can be your best friend. Get a small "magic wand" (a chopstick with some ribbons tied on will do) and wave it over them, saying "I'm zapping your bad mood away!" This can often be enough to make them laugh and break the tantrum cycle. 🪄

On a hot day, get a plastic bottle (like a two-liter soda bottle) and poke several small holes in it. Screw on a garden hose and you've got a free, DIY sprinkler for your kids to play in.💦

For a teething baby, freeze baby food purée in an ice cube tray. You can then put a frozen cube in a mesh feeder or a clean baby sock. It soothes their gums and gives them a healthy, cold treat.

When a child gets a mosquito bite or an itch, a quick scratch with a clean toothbrush can provide relief without breaking the skin and causing an infection.