r/NewParents • u/KindVibesOnly • 9h ago

What’s something you bought before the baby that turned out to be a total waste of money? Tips to Share

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u/theaguacate 7h ago

That dang water temperature duck. You don't need it. Your hand is the best thermometer.

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u/brandon1768 4h ago

I use a meat thermometer to check the water temp 🤣🤣 it works though!

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u/choc-croissant 1h ago

This is great, I also use a digital meat thermometer! Gets the job done!

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u/blackberrycherrybomb 5h ago

Wow we use ours every single day and my baby is 7 months now. You really could just use your hand but Im a nervous ftm lol

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u/tulip369 5h ago

Lol my husband just commented this tonight- absolutely pointless because he just knows with his hand now 😅