Testing 5 Minute Crafts Pregnancy Hacks!

[@SierraSchultzzie]

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[@savannahduncanboymomof3719]

My hubby shaved my legs all 3 pregnancies lol I’m making your baby sooooo lol

[@joshuacook4116]

My wife and I are going to try this. She's high risk and some of these could really help.Thanks and congrats!

[@hannahpeterson6808]

They make an actual pregnancy inflatable thing. You should order it for the vlog! It has a more realistic hole size for the belly. Such a good video. Loved all the hacks 😍😂

[@BlackCatBritt]

@@hannahpeterson6808 yes! The Cozy Bump! I commented this below, but I'd love to see Sierra order one and try it out xD

[@taziaheien7307]

Sierra I am not sure if your going to see this but they actually make razors with longer handles for pregnant people.

[@Maruzella_]

There are extenders and other things for shaving, sponges, back cleaners, hair washing that have been designed for disabled people 😊 I have an illness that cause severe joint issues and can not have my arms up to wash my hair due to dislocations in my shoulders and while washing my hair I dislocate finger joints so for washing my hair I have a long stick that has a two attachments that are different sizes to wash my hair, one is made of silicone nubs taht mimic finger tips and maybe 2.5-3.5inches wide and 4-6inches long, the other is more like a wide denman wet brush type of attachment.. There are so many things disabled people use in everyday life that would help so much for pregnant people! My friends were shocked how much help things like razor extenders andsponges attached to curved long handles..

[@rosalyngummer6587]

I have one of those too! Total lifesaver

[@ryliepeccia3951]

Yes! I am occupational therapist and we call this adapted equipment. We often recommend long handled grooming instruments to people post surgery or with mobility issues.

[@Maruzella_]

@@ryliepeccia3951 cool! I'm in Finland so wasn't sure what the real names would be in English 😅 These have been a huge help for me with constantly dislocating joints 😁

[@maddi66515]

Fellow EDS babe??

[@Maruzella_]

@@maddi66515 Yes! 🦓-Strong 🤍

[@sh2nn0nr2wks]

That extra elastic band is an old school fix for your fav jeans that maybe you've just bloated or outgrown for a short bit. HOWEVER, most importantly, it can save women on a tighter budget for maternity clothing a great deal of cash by being able to use their per-pregnancy pants as long as possible. Be sure to get a snap on button (like the one shown here) or know how to sew a button. If you glue a button (like it appeared in 5 min crafts), you may have disastrous results at a very inconvenient time if you suddenly put too much pressure on the button point!

[@asiawilk]

I was never sure if the 'pregnancy glow' was just a myth or not, but you are proving to me it is definitely real. You look more and more beautiful in every video!!

[@avariablestar]

Re: the slip-on shoes hack, there are actually no-tie shoelace kits out there with elastic shoelaces that are pretty inexpensive. If anyone is thinking of trying out that hack, it’s probably a bit less hassle.

[@kateyaspatore2204]

I have them and love them :)

[@kittenseven4269]

I've used those elastic shoelace kits and hated it. Almost none of the elastics fit right. I think elastic string like she did would be better

[@solevazquezmaria]

thank you! I will be trying it, so I will look for that

[@xtheaceofspades]

I’ve also tried elastic laces and they snapped on first wear! I, assuming you could just put the elastics through like a shoelace and tie a knot rather than each separate one though?

[@amycassard]

Love them!!! Have them on multiple shoes. One set I got is geared toward kids but work for adult shoes too.

[@taylorcarmen5336]

razor extenders have existed for a long time. They were nade for disabled folks but should help while pregnant.

[@kiragoguen4852]

WOW. The fake horseback riding clip brought me back to when i first subscribed!!! I think the toilet seat as an airplane window really sealed the deal 😂

[@melissaa2369]

When I was pregnant I just wrapped a hair elastic around the button, through the button hole and back onto the button. It worked so well!

[@mmc91]

Same. A person could even buy the huge hair ties that are for extremely thick hair.

[@shadowhawk225]

Honestly a shocking success rate for 5 minute crafts. I think I understand where they were going with the pool toy. If I remember right there are stomach sleeper pregnancy pillows and they were trying to make a cheap version. But they are shaped so you aren't mashing your face into plastic

[@SakuraAtlas]

The long handle, elastic laces and shoe horns are all things we use in occupational therapy with patients with limited mobility! they were actually on to something here

[@samg16]

Imagine baby girl grows up and gets curious abt her moms job, and finds a video of her mom shaving her legs with a selfie stick... lol 😂😂

[@kelseyqueen2068]

I don’t know about you but I would love that haha

[@soccerrox64]

I always think about that with Miranda Sings/Colleen

[@lucyoflynn9983]

I'm not even pregnant and I'm currently googling to see if I can buy a sponge and a razor on a stick 😂

[@thegihonpromise]

They actually sell "razor extension handles" as well as "elastic shoe laces" so you don't have to tie any elastics or mutilate sponges! 😁 Amazon knows all 🧘🏾‍♀️

[@fakekaeya5004]

@@thegihonpromise IT KNOWS TOO MUCH!!! RUN!!!!

[@fakekaeya5004]

✊✌🤛🖐☝️ 🔥🏐 (Fireball jutsu)

[@jasvithavarma6826]

Lmao

[@catherinemacdonald4007]

Y'know when you've been waiting for a video coz you heard about it in a vlog and now it's here. Yeh, that's a pretty good feeling.💕

[@AshTries24]

I love you Sierra. But thred up is tripping over these “estimated prices”.

[@aksez2u]

I agree. I suppose some might be full retail prices, but how often do you pay full retail price? I basically never do. I don't think the markdown price is a deal unless it's AT LEAST 50% off. And then there's the fact that they pay people next to nothing for their clothes. I love Sierra, too, but I wish thredup was a little better deal for the sellers and buyers.

[@Ari-uc9je]

@@aksez2u thrifting is supposed to be affordable! I completely agree. Won’t ever use them

[@wabby106]

Decent for higher end brands maybe like madewell, but agree especially with places like old navy/target.

[@Prizzilla]

Yup lol I have the same button up from target and it was not $30. I don’t buy their clothing for $30.

[@OnCamWithCami]

I agree. Like especially for target. Target hardly sells anything at retail, they’re always running a sale. And their fashion goes so fast it quickly hits clearance

[@JP-yz8lo]

Okay but that black jumpsuit was MADE for you! 😍

[@meagang6493]

That pregnancy glow is so great on you! Also that hair is growinggg girl. It’s so awesome being pregnant at the same time as one of my fave influencers. 💖

[@aubriof8]

They have an actual pregnancy mattress that does a much better job at being comfortable on your belly and relieving those aches. It's called the CozyBump. I got one with my last pregnancy and used it a few times for napping. They have since changed the design a bit and now I'm in the 3rd trimester with my next baby I'm seriously considering getting the new one because it looks even more comfortable. I've been using the one I have a lot though! Seriously a game changer if you're dealing with a lot of lower back, hips, and/or sciatica pain.

[@YoJessiPop]

It's extremely refreshing to see Sierra's fresh face, after seeing so many edited and full glam faces everywhere its really nice seeing a natural face comfortable in her own skin. It makes me want to go make up less a lot more :)

[@cryptidcute]

You can't walk away from a Sierra video without smiling 💖 she is infectiously positive and I'm here for it!

[@mhwits5976]

The lil pregnant belly triangle hanging out after the jeans hack with the shorter top KILLED ME😭 cannot imagine seeing that out in public😂😂

[@randomstuff-qu7sh]

I saw someone rockin that look at the grocery store. They were wearing pre-distressed jeans, so having one more hole exposing some skin wasn't too out of place.

[@elizabethwigle742]

One time I slipped in the shower and tried to grab the water

[@sarahmarie3317]

Oh?

[@amandagilbert5870]

🙄😂

[@laurak4961]

This made me LOL

[@ChlarkNadia]

I dont know why this was so funny. But it was.

[@webgirlsamantha]

🤣🤣🤣 comment of the day!

[@cameronemmanuel2426]

Me watching this in great detail when I’m not even pregnant

[@rachelrobbe3149]

When I was pregnant with my son I couldn’t afford a whole lot so I used the first hack my whole pregnancy! You do what you gotta do! 😂

[@rochellesudler4248]

yes but I used an elastic ponytail holder and then an elastic headband

[@stephspoilsstuff]

I'm currently 26 weeks pregnant and so badly wanted this to work, but, sadly, I can't stand ANY pressure on my lower tummy due to pains 😞 I also found that after a while, the jeans would shift and bunch weirdly in the front

[@cryptic_sunflower]

I’d recommend getting elastic laces with a lock at the top. That way you don’t need to tie them at all

[@crislong1833]

There are lots of options out there that doesn’t require this much effort.

[@smartin5888]

Maybe the taping the tee one is for people like me who spent pregnancy in a perpetual hot flash? I was miserably warm lol

[@kittenseven4269]

That was what I was thinking. Layering isn't hard but can get hot

[@kaykayl100]

I think the whole point was that the button down didn't fit anymore, so they wanted to extend it a bit. I think it would have been more clear if it was the same fabric.

[@sonastysorude]

(copying and pasting the comment I made just in case you're still curious! haha) I'm 99.9% sure it's because the t-shirt is too small (she holds it up and looks very sad). She can easily wear the button down open, but the t-shirt seems like it may not physically or comfortably fit. *But like....* just pick a different undershirt? And if that's the only one you own, why would you cut it up??

[@eternalamaiti]

I think this is also for people who just have a bunch of clothes they don't fit in anymore and can't afford to buy new things so combining two items that don't fit alone they get at least one usable top.

[@sarahb7254]

Came here to say this. Not disappointed 😅

[@kjs22]

I was just thinking "hmmmm I wish I had the stuff for these crafts"and then I remembered that I am so not pregnant😂😂😂😂😂😂😆😅😅😅

[@Smile4ever14]

you could still do some of them like the razer one or elastic shoelaces. both seem hella nice even if you aren't pregnant xD

[@taceyraulerson1394]

That was basically my exact thought.

[@teamedward999]

@@Smile4ever14 for the shoelace one www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sl_s_ap_web_7141123011?ie=UTF8&node=7141123011&field-brandtextbin=2SPORTIFY

[@PlusMeghan]

You can still do all of them (or most) while not pregnant tbh 🤣

[@ariannasantina]

sewing tape isnt meant to hold things together permanently. its meant to SEW with. it just provides a temporary hold so you can place things and have it hold while you then transfer it to a sewing machine or handstitch.

[@Sparkle__Punk]

I feel like the bra could maybe work if you spritzed it all over with water and put it in the FREEZER for like 20 or so minutes... 5min crafts shot themselves in the foot by suggesting the fridge and only 5 minutes...

[@Komodorzyca]

Well, they are called 5 min crafts... 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@bonnie5409]

I think it could cause bronchitis 🥺 careful girls 💫🐥

[@Riiseli]

@@bonnie5409 So this will cause the bra to release viruses that will result in the wearer getting bronchitis?

[@sweettart130]

The only reason I can see for cutting up a t-shirt to "layer" it under a button-up would be to prevent overheating with multiple layers?

[@xtheaceofspades]

I think it was trying to say the t shirt was too small..?

[@sonastysorude]

Yeah I'm 99.9% sure ​@xtheaceofspades is right! She holds up the t-shirt and looks very sad, because she can easily wear the button down open, but the t-shirt seems like it may not physically or comfortably fit. But like.... just pick a different undershirt? And if that's the only one you own, why would you cut it up?

[@natalieglick3973]

I would put the elastic in my shoes regardless of being pregnant 😅 I envy the ease! Lol I love your 5 min craft try out videos

[@Peteypuma1]

Not sure why this video popped up on my recommended list to watch, but I thought what the heck, I'll watch it. Oh my goodness, the shoes hack will be fantastic for me if it works out!!! Not pregnant, (and at almost 60 years old, not expecting to be expecting!!), but I do have bad hips so it is very difficult for me to tie my shoes. This hack will be something I try in the next week and if it works, I will be sharing it with my 87 year old mom!!! Thanks!!!!

[@mdawns6]

I loved my pregnancy pillow too. It was months post partum before I was ready to give it up. It was super helpful with my c-section recovery.

[@claireisacamel]

Hahaha don’t know why the “don’t raise your arms” pants hack made me crack up so much haha

[@SuperTinkerbell1985]

The elastic is really good for earlier in pregnancy when you are nearly out of your pre pregnancy Jean's but still too small for preggie Jeans

[@abbyalarid6877]

First hack is something maturity stores carry called a belly band but comes with a piece of material that covers the belly.

[@Yoofie28]

Yes! I used these when I was pregnant. Loved it.

[@deshelliehoyt-fetterley8291]

I used a hair tie and it worked plus no craft time.

[@IKKclauKR]

I'm not pregnant, but not gonna lie, that elastic "laces" hack sounds pretty interesting

[@GloriaG1972]

You’re so cute pregnant. I think the hack for the button down is to keep you cooler since you’re having hot flashes. I’m in menopause and would low key try this.

[@kommiques3897]

Ugh I can't handle how cute and friendly Sierra is ❤❤

[@UncleKikiOfficial]

I always found Sierra’s pre-pregnancy belly super cute, but omg this mommy belly is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen are you serioussss 😭😭😭😭😩❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jillsarah7356]

I am disabled due to chronic back and nerve pain and I do some of these accessibility modifications. Something to remember, that disabled folks, in some cases, have these mobility issues daily, forever!

[@oreoloverz4007]

Thank you for pointing this out! I have chronic pain and I use some of these already so it’s not just for pregnant people 💛

[@jax422]

It feels wrong to laugh at Sierra struggling to get out of that pool float at the end, but that was so freaking funny. I’m crying. I love a queen who can laugh at herself. 😂😂

[@mandymckk]

As soon as I heard the words “sewing tape” I knew it was gonna be a mess 😂 if you put your trust in sewing tape or hot glue, you’re gonna have a bad time

[@ariannasantina]

yea sewing tape isnt meant to hold things together permanently. its meant to actually SEW with. it just provides a very temporary hold, so the person sewing can place things and have it hold while you then transfer it to a sewing machine or handstitch. and it doesnt even hold temporarily very well either lol.

[@paigedawson5252]

Sierra you seemed absolutely on one for the whole of hack 6 and the look in your eye as you threw yourself at that blow up ring SENT ME

[@MssNatuLove]

I had old vlogs running as background while I did some cleaning and the one where you pretend to be pregnant with Kenzie came up, and you said you were due in May. I'm just so happy for you!

[@jenniferwhite3428]

Congratulations, I hope your delivery goes smoothly and the baby is born quickly, safely and most of all HEALTHY

[@Patti-1962]

This threadup haul is my favorite clothing haul yet! As an older woman who may or may not have serious hot flashes, I have started freezing plastic bottles of water (put less water because it will expand.) I wrap it in a towel and put it under my chin. LOVE THIS!

[@cjdm39]

I’m not even pregnant and plan to live a child free life but I really enjoyed this video. You do a great job with DIY videos Sierra! Very thought out and thorough

[@pulowi21]

I know it is about the hacks, but for the shoelaces, they actually sell elastic no-tie laces, they are great for traveling and when you need to constantly take your shoes off.

[@ashleywilliams9732]

I have a seven-year-old and I still use my pregnancy pillow it is amazing! I can’t sleep without it

[@lesliewinkle7738]

So I haven’t been watching as much of sierra’s content now that she’s pregnant - nothing against her or her baby, I’m happy for her and Stephen but it just makes me want a baby so bad even though I can’t really have one right now but I look forward to watching these videos back one day when I am pregnant!

[@emilyb5329]

SIERRA... YOUR HAIR IS GLOWING!!!! Your curls look thick and defined and just amazing.

[@dreaminginbooks]

im not a parent nor pregnant, but i thoroughly enjoy these videos including just your parenting content in general! Also that outfit with the black dress, flannel and adidas is so cute! Definitely gonna recreate that look with what I have in my closet :)

[@teacherallyssa]

Love the army green dress ♥️ It looks so great and flattering on you with your baby bump! 😊😘

[@Sky6775]

Hair looks so good here. The growth and curls

[@beckiadriaanse6312]

You think the pool float one is a joke, but I had back to back pregnancies and with my second, my muscles were so loose that I would sit on a pile of pillows in that shape every few hours to rest the muscles in my back. It was the only way I could get some relief! If I had a floatie, I would have used it lol

[@ashleyh836]

Years ago I remember buying & using these "no-tie" laces options. They were elastic spirals that came in all sorts of colors and worked really well. Only needed one per shoe (no cutting involved), super easy.

[@girlsrule7212]

I’m so happy for you! You and your husband are so sweet and are going to be great parents!

[@mysticrose6253]

Instead of the pool swim ring use one of those U-shaped baby feeding pillows, they work great! Especially the ones that are intended to use as a support for babies that are learning to sit propped up, that has a cloth or strap across the top of the U part.

[@mariapaularinconhoyos1688]

I have to say, this middle part, so cute!!

[@kathi16323]

The elastic hack would work post pregnancy....when you still have your baby weight but are tired of pregnancy clothes and want your old comfy things.

[@sassypants7536]

I use the hair band trick for when I'm bloated lol. Just double loop a hair band through button hole and then the other end around the button. Works a treat. Not sure about this far into pregnancy, but would def work early on. The elastic hack is just a sturdier version of this, for when you need more give.

[@SheelaLoves]

Im watching you with the shoe laces and im like "huh?". Im from the Netherlands and you can just by those elastic laces in different types here, its really normal haha. Even when youre not pregnant its really helpfull.

[@kellyvail4514]

I think I'm actually going to use that selfie stick shaving hack. Shaving is a workout these days!

[@peekakooo]

I’ve heard using a hair tie and looping it thru the Jean button hole and around the button is a good pregnancy hack to make jeans a little bigger

[@peekakooo]

Should clarify ^ at the beginning of pregnancy

[@lucjawawrzyniak]

I used the jeans elastic hack when I was barely pregnant, at like 7 weeks, probably just very bloated, and my pants were sliding sooo much. I was wearing a huge long coat so it kinda still worked but I can't imagine having just a tshirt over it 😆

[@bcgrote]

That first hack will be GREAT just post-partum while you are working to tone the belly, wait for swelling to recede, etc! Many women do wear their maternity jeans at first, but having a way to wear jeans as you shrink back down is super!

[@atmreads]

I've been waiting for this since you mentioned the shaving hack in your vlog!

[@ndau300]

I'm a stomach sleeper who has never been pregnant and I love napping on a pool floaty like that just to relax my neck/head

[@andiphil4727]

I can never forget the horseback riding 5 minute craft hack. That lives in my head rent free

[@jeshightower4954]

“It’s a no from me dawg” hahahahaahaha I love it!!! Randy!!!

[@dawnfawn5570]

I love that two of my favorite female youtubers are pregnant Sierra and Laurenzside they both did 5 min craft pregnancy hacks!!!!

[@mauikonakoba519]

The ‘button up’ shirt hack actually made me laugh out loud. Thanks for trying these for us!

[@melissacoviello2886]

3/6 is actually amazing success for 5 minute hacks. Lol and this was hysterical to watch. I personally just used the hair tie jeans hack during pregnancy and honestly if I’m having a bloated day (like today) I will also use it.

[@BooksCatsAndTats]

LOL the inner-tube!!! I actually was lucky enough to get a pregnancy massage during one of my pregnancies and the place I went to had a massage table with a supportive whole for my belly so they could massage my back...it was heavenly. But of course designed for that purpose. lol

[@aarushisharma432]

I love your videos and I’m gonna miss you so much when you go on maternity leave.

[@abigailrobinson]

Ever since the vlog when Sierra mentioned this video, I’ve been so hyped!! I haven’t watched it yet but I know it’s gonna be great! 💜

[@rachelh.5652]

Love that whole outfit and hairstyle you wore to target, so pretty!

[@AlicjaRaczko]

My mother used this first trick in the 1980s and 1990s, because there were no maternity clothes in Poland. She used a rubber band for this. I used it at the beginning of pregnancy, when maternity pants were too big for me, and usually too small 😊

[@annatubbs3215]

So excited to see baby girl in your future videos! I’m so happy for you and Stephen!

[@stacihernandez1018]

The first hack with the belly elastic is something you can actually buy. I had it with my 2nd. It came with a piece of fabric as well to cover up.

[@courtney4971]

love LOVE love the middle part, queen!

[@VeryViolett]

I love how beautiful Sierra’s natural curls are looking!!

[@itsmerobin9685]

The curly middle part suits you so well!!

[@jasintafernandez2258]

Very happy to see you so happy with ur baby bump n u n baby growing good as I dont get time so really didn't knw how u r going but now can c u r perfectly enjoying ur baby bump love to you 🤗🧚‍♀️

[@priyammahajan8460]

you're absolutely glowing!! i couldn't even focus on the hacks bc u look SOOOO stunning

[@auntiesash]

I think the hack 5 was in the event that your T-shirts are too small. That said, there is no WAY the sewing tape was going to work. T-shirts are a stretchy knit. The surface area is constantly moving but the iron-on tape doesn't stretch. Not user error - that was a dud before you even started. Great job on all of these.

[@jademorgan3115]

I’ve been finding it hard watching any of your pregnancy content after losing two babies in 3 months but this was really great and funny to watch 😊

[@simplysahm6245]

Bump is looking beautiful! So happy for you guys

[@Valltul]

Youre baby bump!!! Adorable!!!🥰

[@cherbow_9443]

Have been super super excited for this one! The vlog channel builds the suspense and excitement! 😂💓 Also, that olive thred up dress that you were wearing looked amazing on you! I was in love with the color and the silhouette looked beautiful with your baby bump!

[@MomnSajie]

I did the band hack and paired it with a tummy band. The two gave me a little bit of support and extended my jean wear time

[@aishaulloa7379]

I love the middle part!!! You look so so cute💗💗💗 love these videos and you so so much

[@makalaalyssa6054]

testing 5 minute crafts is my favorite video series you do!

[@brandimunguia]

The pants hack could also work if you’ve gained a little weight but don’t want to buy new pants just yet or even if you’re dieting or trying to lose weight and don’t want to keep buying new pants every time you go down a size. You could buy pants a few sizes smaller and use this hack until they actually fit properly.

[@alyssia7239]

That only works if you gain your weight on the belly though. I gain it in the thights and then the pants break anyways ^^'

[@stoklerz]

That Madewell jumpsuit is 🔥🔥

[@amandaasr16]

I loved this video!! Lol I was in tears with that button up lol

[@llamasugar5478]

Ladies Get hubs to shave your legs for you. It’s the least they can do. ☺️ You absolutely are justified in playing the “you did this to me” card!

[@rebeccaabrams3079]

I got an inner tube at target yesterday for this exact reason 😂 I’ve heard it’s good for stretching out your back in pregnancy, and considering I’m 14 weeks and already getting back pain I’m gonna need it!

[@moniqueferrecchia6979]

For an easier version of the elastics on your sneakers, just cut the elastic the same length as the existing shoelaces and lace up as usual. You still get the stretch and ease, but it takes less time and can be adjusted as well.

[@felazam83]

For the shoes they sell some laces that are primarily for kids who don't know how to tie their shoes yet that are curly and are pretty much the same as what 5 minute craft did except they can be laced up like regular shoes and you can make them tighter or looser. I lived in them when I was younger and still didn't really know how to tie my shoes

[@victoriapitts5865]

I am LOVING the middle part !!