Mum's simple paddling pool hack that'll save you from having to blow it up yourself – it's a total game changer

The Sun

03-05-2025

WITH warm weather finally upon us, many families are dusting off their paddling pools in preparation for some fun in the sun.
However, the thought of blowing one up can often feel like a tiresome chore, leaving you out of breath and drained before the fun even begins.
Thankfully, a clever mum hack has surfaced on TikTok, showing that it doesn't have to be such a struggle.
This simple trick aims to save you time and energy, meaning more time for having fun and soaking up the sunshine.
Mum-of-three Cassandra, known as ' xcassandracx ' on TikTok, shared a video of her hack, calling it a gamechanger.
She captioned the video: 'Anything for that cold glass of Prosecco in the sun and the kids to play happily.'
Cassandra said all you need is an empty plastic bottle and a hairdryer to blow up your paddling pool with ease.
She cut the lid end off a plastic bottle, then inserted her hairdryer into the cut opening, ensuring the bottle maintained a circular shape at the wider end.
This created a makeshift pump, which she inserted into the valve of the paddling pool, using the hairdryer on a cold setting to inflate it effortlessly.
She claimed it was the 'mum hack of the summer".
Her video has gained thousands of views, with 99 people liking it and 16 rushing to the comments section to share their thoughts.
Fashion fans spot cheap beach co-ord & bikinis in Tesco F&F that are a must-have for your summer holiday
One wrote: 'I'm manifesting that summer next year I will have a house with a garden that I can spend all day every day in with the kids.'
A second added: 'Brains and beauty.'
And a third said: 'That's a great idea.'
We previously revealed how Argos shoppers are snapping up a summer essential for kids.
3
3
This warm-weather must-have is now available at half price, with customers praising its "brilliant" design and great value.
Originally £15, the Argos paddling pool is now selling for as little as £7.50, making it a bargain for families looking to cool off in the heat.
The Bestway 3ft Sunny Days Shade Paddling Pool is proving to be a hit, with parents rushing to grab the "soft and sturdy" inflatable pool before temperatures soar.
Holding up to 26 litres of water and taking just five minutes to inflate, the pool measures 101x97x20cm and is suitable for children aged 2 and over, provided they're supervised by an adult.
How to save money on summer essentials
SUNNIER days and warmer weather will leave many of us wanting to kit out gardens and outdoor areas.
Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to get a great deal on summer essentials…
It pays to know how to bag big savings on the likes of hot tubs paddling pools, egg chairs and outside bars.
Many retailers have flash sales across entire ranges – often this ties into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends.
Sign up to the mailing lists of your favourite brands and you'll be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.
Keep a close eye on the specialbuys at Aldi and middle of Lidl drops which drop a couple of times a week and usually mean great value seasonal items such as beach gear and paddling pools.
If you are not in a hurry to buy an item, try adding it to the shopping cart and leaving it for a couple of days.
Sometimes big brands will try to tempt you into the sale by offering you a discount.
Always check if you can get cashback before paying. It's especially worth using sites such as Topcashback, Quidco and app Jamdoughnut when buying bigger ticket items such as garden furniture as you'll get a nice kickback.