We all know very well how messy summer can get with the kids off and the hot weather upon us. So to combat this, we have compiled some handy tricks for parents to make family summer trips less messy with their little ones.
Have a Kids Kit on Hand for the Car
When going on these summer car trips, we'd encourage you to keep all of the essentials in a pack, such as sun cream and wet wipes, you'll be better prepared for summers messiest occurrences.
Stop Bugs in your Drinks
Flies or wasps in your kids’ drinks? Punch a hole through a cupcake liner with your straw to make a cover from unwanted flying guests.
Keep Dummies in a Plastic Container
If you are hitting the beach place your child's dummy in a plastic container, avoids the sand and then can be used for the car trip home.
Prevent Dripping Ice Pops
To prevent scrubbing streams of sticky drips off your kid's arms post ice pop, poke a hole in the middle of a cupcake liner, then insert the stick to catch all the meting drips.
Use a Fitted Sheet at Beach
Instead of using a blanket that always ends up covered in sand, use a fitted sheet. When you stretch the corners with your cooler, bags and more, the sides help create a barrier from sandy situations.
De-Germ Those Beach Toys
The fastest way to hose down toys. A quick cycle in the dishwasher after your trip. Then you can throw them back into the playroom with no worry.