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10 amazing parenting hacks you need this summer

The school holidays are just around the corner - make them hassle free with these great parenting tips from those in the know.

Parenting – it’s no walk in the park. And with the kids set to be unleashed from schools for six weeks come December, it’s time to get prepping for chaos.

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Luckily, these parents have shared some ingenious hacks to help you keep the kids entertained – with minimal mess. Check out the top tips, all via Buzzfeed.

Put a container inside the bath so your kid can play with their toys easily.

A tent filled with sand might seem fussy, but it’s a good way to shield them from the summer sun while keeping them busy.

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Going camping? Remember to take a pizza cutter with you to cut foods into kid sized pieces.

A shoe rack hung over the back of car seats makes a great organiser for long journeys. Pop in all their favourite toys, gadgets and books.

Throwing away your pizza boxes? Save them up and use them for finger painting sessions.

Likewise, a cardboard box is a great way to confine your little artist to drawing – so they don’t ruin the wallpaper.

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One of our faves – using a shoerack on the back of a door to plan out outfits for the week. Such a good time saver.

Tie hair bands around something you use every day, like your watch, so you always have one on hand when a little one (or you) needs it.

If their toys are getting grubby, stick them in the dishwasher for a quick disinfect.

Are you children afraid of monsters? Give them some courage to fight them by giving them some water in a spray bottle, labelled as monster spray.

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