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Getting ready for your little one’s arrival? Pick up some of our best newborn baby hacks to help you get through the first few weeks. It can be overwhelming, we know! So, we’ve listed down only the simplest but most practical hacks for you!

1. Newborn Baby Kit

Image Credits: New Born Baby Australia

Have a newborn baby essentials checklist to make prepping all your newborn essentials a walk in the park! From bringing home your baby from the hospital to sleeping and breastfeeding essentials–this list has you covered.

Bright Star Kids Parent Hack: Get a personalised backpack for your newborn’s essentials, so you don’t get it mixed up with other bags. Place it in the car, so you don’t forget anything before that frantic drive to the hospital. 

2. Milestones and Memories

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Never miss a chance to document all your little one’s milestones. It’s unbelievable how babies grow so fast, it’s important to take heaps of photos of them growing up!

Bright Star Kids Parent Hack: Grab baby milestone cards, so you can capture and preserve every memory. You can personalise them with your little bub’s name, too! 

3. Baby Cues

Learn your baby’s cues to know exactly what they need when they need it. Save yourself the stress and energy. Be ready with all the things they need. 

4. Blissful Breastfeeding

This simple mum hack works wonders for breastfeeding mums! Make this DIY hands-free breast pump bra, so you can save money or buy yourself a self-care treat for being a such genius mum! 

Bright Star Kids Feeding Hack: Whether you’re breastfeeding or formula feeding, make it a breeze by using dry erase labels for your frozen breast milk stash and baby milk bottles! Label them with their names, date, and the time you made them, so you know which one to grab first–especially if it’s dad’s turn to feed! He’ll need a little help. Label, label is the answer!

Image Credits: Dry Erase Labels from Brightstarkids

5. Master The Diaper

Here’s a complete guide on baby diapers every new parent will love! Know the basics tips, do’s and don’ts, plus compare types of diapers, sizing, and brands. Learn what’s works for you and what’s best for your baby, too!

6. Onesie Wonder

Ever wondered what those seams were for? This little onesie hack makes it easy for you to change your baby’s clothes when there’s a poop blowout! Keep your baby clean by pulling the onesie to one side instead of pulling it up. 

Image credits: Instagram @thevaratribe

7. Bathtime Buddies

Make baby’s bathtime fuss-free with a baby shower cap. This little trick helps them feel a bit at ease and makes sure no shampoo and soap gets into their eyes. Bye-bye tears and no more bath time fears!

Got More Newborn Hacks?

Share them with us! Post and tag us on Facebook and Instagram. Who knows? We might just feature your amazing tips and hacks on our blog.

Need More Helpful Parenting Hacks?

We got you, busy parents! You’ll love our Easy Meal Prep Ideas and Fridge Storage hacks that will save you time and money. Enjoy parenthood as you should! 

Organising Your Newborn Baby Kit?

You’ll love our personalised backpacks that will come in handy for your trip to the hospital and whenever you’re on the go with your little one! Don’t forget to grab our baby bottle labels, too! Personalise all your baby essentials and choose from a variety of super cute designs. The best part? These are all made for you in Australia and shipped super fast! You’re going to love them!

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Life with a little one can be tricky at times. Let us help you with our list of clever hacks for baby proofing your life!

1. Inflatable Pool Safe Play Area

Convert an inflatable pool into an amazing safe baby play area. This would also make a great ball pit!

2. Baby Proofing Cupboards with Pet Collars

Save money on baby-proofing your cupboards by using dollar store pet collars.

This hack also prevents cupboard door damage by not having to stick anything onto the door.

3. Sun-safe Shaded Sand Pit Tent

Stay sun safe by pouring sand into a small tent and making a shaded tent sand pit! 

4. Race Car Track Shirt

Playtime can be anywhere with this awesome race-car massage track t-shirt! 

5. Beach Baby Basket

Bring a laundry basket and a blanket to the beach to make a cute portable beach baby bed! 

6. Recycled Bottle Tap Water Extender 

Convert an old plastic bottle into a tap extension for the little ones who can’t quite reach yet!

7. Converted a Shoe Hanger into an Organiser 

Convert hanging shoe storage into a handy baby gear organiser. A great way to also store toys!

8. Egg Carton Paint & Brush holder

Re-use an empty egg carton to make painting time a whole lot less messy.

9. Bath-time Shower Cap

Make bath-time baby safe with this adorable no-tears bath cap. No more soapy eyes or hard bath times!

10. Popsicle Drip Catching Cupcake Wrapper 

Stop the messy popsicle drips by putting the stick through a cupcake wrapper. What a great idea! 

If you’re looking to get organised with your bub this year, you’ll love our huge range of super cute personalised baby items. Our labels for kids are waterproof & stay stuck in the dishwasher & steriliser too. Mums love our range of name labels for all of their baby’s stuff including bottles, shoes & lunch boxes. Our selection of iron on labels has saved thousands of mums from having to replace hats, shoes & clothes items when their little one is attending Daycare. Want to get organised? We’d love to help. Check out our name labels here & get up to 65% off.

We hope you enjoyed our list of 10 clever baby hacks – do you have a baby hack you can share with us? Let us know! Looking for some fun activities to keep your little one out of the cupboards? Check out these toddler approved art & craft activities. 

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