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As the leaves turn and the air crisps, parents everywhere brace themselves for the unique challenges that fall brings. But fear not, intrepid caregivers! We've unearthed 19 ingenious parenting hacks that will transform your autumn from a season of stress to a celebration of clever solutions. These are the parenting game-changers that'll have you wondering how you ever survived previous falls without them.

Picture a world where raking leaves becomes a family adventure, where muddy boots no longer spell disaster for your floors, and where the transition to indoor activities is met with excitement rather than dread. That's the reality these 19 hacks can create. From keeping little hands busy on rainy days to conquering the complexities of fall skincare for kids, we've got you covered. So grab your pumpkin spice latte and settle in – you're about to become the autumn parenting guru you never knew you could be.

Encourage Imaginative Play And Indoor Adventure While Keeping Toys Tidy With The Slideaway Toy Storage Organizer And Playmat, A Clever 2-In-1 Solution That Stores Toys And Games In A Compact Basket, Then Unfolds Into A Vibrant Playmat

Review: "Has a lot of storage space for the Legos ease to clean up the handles are super heavy duty and work great zipper works great love the organization for my son's legos." - Michael Jennings

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Mari
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like kids will keep the Lego onto the playmat, dream on!

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Make Lunchtime A Breeze And Create Perfectly Pressed, Crustless Sandwiches That Kids Will Love With The Uncrustables Sandwich Press

Make Lunchtime A Breeze And Create Perfectly Pressed, Crustless Sandwiches That Kids Will Love With The Uncrustables Sandwich Press

Review: "This works amazing! My daughter loves uncrusables! I love to make a bunch and freeze them. I save the crusts and put some butter on them and coat them in Cinnamon and sugar then bake them into sweet croutons!" - LG

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Nourish And Repair Dry, Chapped Lips With The O'keeffe's Lip Repair Night Treatment, A Rich And Rejuvenating Formula That Works While Your Kiddos Sleep

Review: "This stuff is amazing!!! I took this "Before" picture the morning after I used it for the first time so I could show my wife how much better my lips got. (They were much worse) I had been struggling with chapped cracked lips for almost a month and nothing was working! These two pictures I posted are only 4 days apart!" - Tanner Sullivan

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Roast Marshmallows To Perfection And Enjoy S'mores With Ease, While Keeping Little Hands Safe From The Flames, With The Extendible S'mores Sticks

Roast Marshmallows To Perfection And Enjoy S'mores With Ease, While Keeping Little Hands Safe From The Flames, With The Extendible S'mores Sticks

Review: "We love how convenient they are! The size, the little pouch and the way the turn while roasting the marshmallow is fun! Highly recommend!" - Michele Weaver

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Turn Bath Time Into A Splashy Success With The Tub Cubby Bath Toy Storage Organizer

Turn Bath Time Into A Splashy Success With The Tub Cubby Bath Toy Storage Organizer

Review: "No more tripping on toys. The suction cups hold well on the tile and the storage space is great for all the dinosaurs" - Ms. Jackson

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Banish Tough Stains And Spills That Come With Fall's Messy Activities, Like Apple Picking And Pumpkin Carving, With Grandma's Secret Spot Remover

Banish Tough Stains And Spills That Come With Fall's Messy Activities, Like Apple Picking And Pumpkin Carving, With Grandma's Secret Spot Remover

Review: "And I love this stuff!! I will continue to buy this because of the stains it removed! I followed the instructions and scrubbed the spot treatment in with a wet wash cloth and as soon as it came out of the dryer the stain was completely GONE!" - Bethany

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As we dive deeper into our cornucopia of fall parenting wisdom, you'll find that each hack addresses a specific seasonal challenge head-on. These aren't just quick fixes; they're sustainable solutions that will make your entire autumn more manageable and enjoyable for the whole family. Bring it on!

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Make Bath Time A Splashy Success With The Slipx Solutions Bottomless Bath

Make Bath Time A Splashy Success With The Slipx Solutions Bottomless Bath

Review: "It is definitely bigger than expected but does keep water out of the overflow area. Would buy again." - r.stgo

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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Covers the overflow drain on a tub to let you get water up a bit higher. Most overflow drains sit a few inches below the rim of the tub and are so if the water is left on, or the tub overfilled, the excess goes down the drain rather than over the rim & onto the floor.

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George Costanza
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This seems like a bad idea. Like one day you'll walk in and your toddler will be overflowing the tub all over the damn house.

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Keep Your Little Ones Dry And Delighted On Drizzly Fall Days With The Clear Dome Umbrella For Kids, A Fun And Functional Solution That Provides A Clear View Of The World Outside, While Keeping Them Safe And Dry

Review: "I was a little hesitant about purchasing this for my 4 year old after reading some reviews but I am so glad I decided to purchase! My daughter is able to open and close it on her own, it’s super sturdy and super cute! We always get compliments on it!" - Karina

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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Whoa... unexpected flashback: I think I had the same umbrella in the 1970s!

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Keep Your Little Ones' Locks Soft, Silky, And Static-Free This Fall With The So Cozy Leave In Conditioner Spray

Keep Your Little Ones' Locks Soft, Silky, And Static-Free This Fall With The So Cozy Leave In Conditioner Spray

Review: "I have straight hair so having a kid with curly hair is cute…. But not when you don’t know how to properly take care of it! This stuff if fantastic! It’s not nearly as frizzy as it is the morning after bath and it’s not knotty anymore. I will definitely be buying more!!" - Pam

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Safeguard Your Little One's Curiosity And Sense Of Adventure With The Corner Protector For Baby

Safeguard Your Little One's Curiosity And Sense Of Adventure With The Corner Protector For Baby

Review: "I like how subtle these are you can barely see them at all they compliment the furniture and they don't catch your eye much. Very easy to install and quite sticky which is awesome. I have other ones that I keep picking off the floor and sticking back on. I haven't had to do that with these yet. So far so good." - v.muzyka

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Unleash Your Child's Creativity And Inner Royalty With The DIY Cardboard Castle, A Imaginative And Eco-Friendly Solution That Transforms Ordinary Cardboard Into An Extraordinary Kingdom

Review: "My kiddos love this. I have an 8,5, and 1.5 year old. All three love coloring, playing in, and exploring this box. Definitely worth the price!" - Rachel Pollard

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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or you could built a fort from all the boxes the delivery guy brigs you ...

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Brace yourself for the next batch of autumnal parenting brilliance. These hacks aren't just clever; they're potential sanity-savers that tackle everything from the dreaded leaf pile clean-up to keeping those pesky fall colds at bay. So, pull on your coziest sweater and get ready to fall in love with parenting all over again – because with these hacks in your arsenal, you're set to make this autumn your family's best one yet.

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Help Your Little Ones Rise And Shine With A Smile, And Start The Day On A Bright Note With The Wake Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock For Kids

Help Your Little Ones Rise And Shine With A Smile, And Start The Day On A Bright Note With The Wake Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock For Kids

Review: "It has a lot of buttons, however it is very simple to use. Setting and editing alarms is very easy with the alarm buttons. The Big snooze knob also works as a night light which makes it easy to use. Overall it takes a few minutes to learn, but well worth the price." - Connor Gambos

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Bring The Vibrant Colors Of Autumn Indoors And Add A Touch Of Seasonal Magic To Your Windows With The Fall Leaves Window Stickers, A Delightful And Easy-To-Use Solution That Lets Kids Decorate And Enjoy The Beauty Of Fall

Bring The Vibrant Colors Of Autumn Indoors And Add A Touch Of Seasonal Magic To Your Windows With The Fall Leaves Window Stickers, A Delightful And Easy-To-Use Solution That Lets Kids Decorate And Enjoy The Beauty Of Fall

Review: "Nice size. Nice and colorful. Easy to put up. Have had them up for a week & they have not fallen off at all. Highly recommend and will buy them again next year. I don’t believe they can be re-usable but I could be wrong." - Ceci M

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Make Handwashing A Breeze And Promote Good Hygiene Habits With The Munchkin Extend Faucet Extender, A Clever And Convenient Solution That Brings The Water Closer To Little Hands

Review: "Very easy to add & remove but sturdy. Looks good. Colors work well for bathroom. Works very well so kids can wash hands themselves." - ksouter

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Quench Your Little One's Thirst For Adventure And Hydration With The Spillproof 14oz Tumbler, A Clever And Convenient Solution That Keeps Drinks Contained, Especially When The Indoor Adventures Become More Frequent

Review: "I have bought so many cups that claim they are "spill proof" and no they aren't. This cup we have had for almost a year and it is legit leak proof. The straw stays in even when my 4 yr old grabs it by the straw and throws it. So amazing I've decided to buy more and the $10 price tag is worth it!!!!!! Do yourself a favor and skip every other cup on the market and buy this one!!" - Brenda Savoie

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Flip Your Pancake Game And Make Breakfast A Breeze With The Pancake Batter Dispenser And Mixer

Flip Your Pancake Game And Make Breakfast A Breeze With The Pancake Batter Dispenser And Mixer

Review: "I love this product so much, was easy to fill, got a little work out in shaking it and dispensed the batter with no mess. Super easy to clean, for sure suggesting to my blackstone friends." - kimberly cooper

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Tame The Tangles And Knots That Come With Back-To-School Season And The Arrival Of Fall's Dry, Crisp Air With The Crave Naturals Glide Thru Detangling Brush

Tame The Tangles And Knots That Come With Back-To-School Season And The Arrival Of Fall's Dry, Crisp Air With The Crave Naturals Glide Thru Detangling Brush

Review: "This brush is awesome! I love how gentle it is on my thick curly hair. It gets out the tangles with ease. It doesn’t hurt my scalp. It doesn’t pull my hair out. It’s the best brush I have ever had!" - Carolyn Kurien

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