Running a Household, Running Miles, Running My Life

Running a Household, Running Miles, Running My Life

Thursday, December 1, 2016

#MomHacks -- Diaper Bag (or Purse) organization

Snacks -- if you're a mom, your bag of choice whether it be a purse or diaper bag or just the cubbies of the minivan is bound to have snacks in them.  How do you keep your snacks organized and in good condition?

I've got three #momhacks that have given me so much peace of mind when it comes to snacks and eating out with kids.

#MomHack 1 -- Large Portable Snack Container
Crystal Light, bless them, makes hard sided containers that their powdered drink mixes come in.  They have a nice tight fitting lid and aren't crushable when shoved to the bottom of a bag.  And, they perfectly fit a squeeze applesauce and cereal bar!!

#MomHack 2 -- Small Portable Snack Container
I've mentioned before how I like to reuse an old Snappies breastmilk storage container for measuring laundry detergent but they also make a great small snack container.  Hello, Cheerioes or Goldfish!  I keep one of these in our diaper bag and one in my purse because, let's face it, sometimes mom needs a snack too ;-)

#MomHack 3 -- Bendy Straw Holder
Unless the only restaurant you frequent is Chick-Fil-A (bless them for bendy straws and placemats!) you've run into the scenario where your child is given a drink in a cup with a giant straw and the first thing they do, tip the cup toward them to be able to drink from the straw, you shudder imagining the lid tumbling to the ground and the contents emptying on your child's lap.  For that reason, I carry my own bendy straws...in a travel toothbrush container!  My mom thought of this one and I am forever thankful.

What tips and tricks do you have for surviving outings with little ones?  What go to item do you keep in your diaper bag/purse?

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