Genius Parenting Hacks That Make Life With Kids So Much Easier

Helping Hand

Nothing compares to the warm touch of a loving parent...but sometimes that parent needs to go to bed. This person filled the glove with dry beans and placed it on the back of their baby. The pressure of the hand puts them right to sleep. It's not quite the same thing, but it works well enough to let you get some rest just like your little one. Sweet dreams are guaranteed.

The More You Know

Slip PVC pipes over the handles of your pruning shears and tape them in place to extend your reach and clip high branches without a ladder.
Store small extension cords neatly with this simple office supply hack: Attach a paperclip to a small rubber band. Then wrap the rubber band around the bundled cord and clasp the paperclip onto the rubber band again.
Sheet pans: They’re not just for dinner anymore! Use your trusty baking sheet to stay organized while you meal prep.
To have an ice cold can in just a few minutes, put your drink in a large pot and cover it with ice. Fill the pot with water, add a couple cups of salt, and stir until the salt is dissolved. Your canned beverage will magically be cold.

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.