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A new baby in the house is an exciting and joyful time for any parent. Whether you’re navigating parenthood for the first time or welcoming another little one, there’s no denying that baby essentials quickly become a part of everyday life. However, along with the joy comes the reality – baby products can be expensive, especially when many of them remain on your shopping list for years.
But here’s a little secret: some of these must-have baby items aren’t just for babies. Many baby products have alternative uses that can save you money while making everyday tasks easier.
“Knowing the additional uses of some of these products can help to save a little money here and there,” says Catherine Oluwadare, brand manager for baby sterilising product Milton. “It’s all about finding the right products that work for you and understanding their full potential beyond just baby care.”
Here are some clever ways to repurpose baby products around your home:
- Baby oil can be used to remove sticky residue left behind by labels, shine stainless steel appliances and can tame flyaway hairs.
- Sterilising liquid Milton is not only useful for sterilising baby bottles, but in fact has over 100 uses such as water purification, keeping cut flowers fresh for longer, disinfecting and cleaning the inside of your fridge, cleaning and sterilising plastic baby toys and can also be used as a sterilising cleaning agent for your counter tops*.
- If you are looking for ways to remove makeup, baby wipes are quick and effective while baby lotioncan remove eye makeup gently. Baby wipes can also be used to clean dirty sneakers and wipe dust off cars and dashboard.
- Karvol capsules are a must have for stuffy noses and can dabbed on baby’s blankets, clothes etc to help decongest while sleeping. These capsules can also be added to the humidifier, as well as be added to hot water to help with steam therapy.
- If you are in desperate need for a shoe deodoriser, baby powder will give your once stinky shoes a fresh smell. It can also be used to help remove sand from your body after a day at the beach, and absorb grease stains on clothing
- Known for its gentle touch baby shampoo can be used to clean makeup brushes and works as a mild handwash for delicate fabrics.
- If you are suffering from skin irritations such as dry and chapped lips, or chafing, nappy rash cream is gentle but also effective.
Baby products often have more than one use, making them household staples that extend beyond baby care. So, the next time you stock up, remember, these products can save you time, money, and effort in more ways than one.
* Some of Milton’s 100 uses may need the solution to be diluted or prepared in the certain way to achieve the outcome required.