10 Newborn Hacks Every Exhausted Parent Should KNow
Discover 10 must-know newborn hacks for exhausted parents, including the Ingy Bingy Band pacifier wristband, an easy solution when your baby’s pacifier keeps falling out
By Emily Rogers
Bringing a newborn home is beautiful, but let’s be honest, it’s also completely overwhelming. Between cluster feeds, sleepless nights, diaper changes, and trying to figure out why your baby is crying this time, it’s easy to feel like you’re barely keeping your head above water. I’ve been there. That’s why I’m sharing 10 newborn hacks that actually made life easier for me in those early weeks.
Whether you’re a first-time parent or adding another little one to the mix, these simple tricks can help bring a little peace to the chaos.
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The Ingy Bingy Band is a game-changer
If your infant pacifier keeps falling out and you’re tired of fishing it off the floor or digging through the car seat for the fifth time, meet your new best friend: the Ingy Bingy Band. It’s a pacifier wristband that gently wraps around your baby’s wrist and attaches to any newborn pacifier you already use.
This pacifier bracelet keeps the paci close to baby, prevents it from getting lost, and saves you from the constant back and forth. It also doesn’t rely on clothing like a traditional pacifier clip, so it works even when baby is just in a diaper or onesie. I wish I had known about it sooner, especially during meltdowns on the go or when my baby would drop the pacifier in the crib during naps.
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Zip-up sleepers save your sanity
Ditch the snaps and go for zip-up pajamas. You’ll be so thankful during those middle-of-the-night diaper changes when you’re half asleep and trying not to wake baby more than necessary.
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Create feeding stations around the house
Set up baskets with essentials like burp cloths, water bottles, snacks, nursing pads, and your phone charger in the places you most often feed your baby. It saves you from scrambling when baby needs to eat again.
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Use a sound machine from the start
White noise mimics the womb and can help your baby sleep longer stretches. It’s great for bedtime, car rides, and even errands.
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Add a soft nightlight to your routine
Use a dim amber or red-toned nightlight during nighttime feeds and diaper changes. It keeps things calm and helps both you and baby get back to sleep faster.
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Pull onesies down, not over the head
Onesies are designed with shoulder flaps so you can slide them down after a blowout. No need to drag the mess over baby’s face!
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Pre-measure formula ahead of time
If you use formula, measure out the right amount into containers so it’s ready when you need it. Makes nighttime bottles much easier.
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Layer crib sheets
Use the trick of layering a crib sheet, waterproof pad, then another crib sheet. When messes happen, you just peel off the top layers and go back to sleep faster.
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Keep diaper cream in every room
You never want to be halfway through a diaper change only to realize the cream is across the house.
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Don’t forget about yourself
You’re doing an incredible job. The newborn phase is tough, but you matter too. Take five minutes to breathe, ask for help, and give yourself credit for showing up every day.
If you’re looking for a way to finally stop losing pacifiers and help your baby soothe themselves easier, the Ingy Bingy Band is truly one of the smartest little parenting tools I’ve found. Give it a try and see what a difference it makes.
The Ingy Bingy Band is not your everyday pacifier clip! This game-changing pacifier wristband helps babies self-soothe at a younger age than ever before! Instinctively, babies gnaw on their hands in an attempt to soothe. The Ingy Bingy pacifier wristband keeps their pacifier right where they’ll find it, allowing your baby to comfort and calm themselves while you do whatever it is you need to do!
Our buttery soft wristband comes in two styles to accommodate every pacifier.
Our Pacific style should be used when your baby’s pacifier holes are near their nose and chin when in use. It is most commonly used with Avent, BIBS, Dr. Brown’s, MAM, Nuby, NUK, Medela, FRIGG, Nanobébé, Tommee Tippee, and Chicco pacifiers.
Our Sequoia style should be used when your baby’s pacifier holes are near their nose and chin when in use. It is most commonly used with Itzy Ritzy, Ryan & Rose, and The Dearest Grey pacifiers.
If you are still unsure which pacifier wristband style is right for you, check out our style guide or text the name and/or picture of your preferred paci & we’ll let you know which style is right for you!