Genius Parenting Hacks That Make Life With Kids So Much Easier

Fidget Toys

Fidgeting toys are all the rage with middle school kids who have trouble focusing. Here are some that you can make yourself! Fill water balloons with playdough or something similar and tie at the top to keep them closed. As the balloon stays sealed, the moldable inside will continue to be soft. It's fun for everyone, not just easily distracted kids. Make one for yourself too!

The More You Know

Next time you open a bottle of wine, save the cork! You can use a slice of synthetic cork to brace a wobbly table leg. Just mark the amount of cork needed, slice it off with a utility knife and glue it in place.
One of the most common ways to use magnetic strips is to hold kitchen knives and utensils in the kitchen.
Wrap a wet paper towel around a lukewarm bottle of vino, beer, or water, and place the bottle in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes.
If the grille on your bathroom exhaust fan is clogged with dust, try a trick that's faster and more effective than vacuuming. Here's how to clean a bathroom fan: Turn on the fan and blast out the dust with "canned air." The fan will blow the dust outside.

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.