Children see the world in their own unique way. As adults, we often admire that freedom and creativity, but it can also be frustrating when it clashes with logic or everyday rules. For example, convincing a child to put on a coat in the middle of winter can suddenly feel like the most unreasonable request in the world—cue the tantrum.

Sometimes, the only way to get kids to cooperate is by trying something a little unconventional. That’s why one Redditor asked parents to share the parenting hacks they rely on—tips that may sound absurd at first but end up saving everyone’s sanity. Scroll down to see them all, and who knows, you might find your next go-to trick!

Distraction works. I was at an aquarium and a little kid runs up to a shark display and nails her head on the display plaque thin

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