I Can Pee Standing Up!

[anogete]

I have found the coolest new invention, but it's really only going to appeal to the girls. And, this is going to end up sounding like an infomercial, but I can't help it. I'm in awe.

I dread using public toilets. I think they are disgusting, even if cleaned regularly. Because of this, I rarely use them while I'm out and about. I'll hold it until I get home, if at all possible. And, if I am forced to use a public toilet, I line the seat with toilet paper to avoid potentially catching nasty diseases. I'm sure I'm uber paranoid about this, but I shiver at the thought of catching crabs from the chick who used the seat before me.

Anyway, I saw a product on the amazing!internet called GoGirl, which claims to allow a woman to pee standing up, whether she's in a public restroom, on a camping trip, or stopping on the side of the road. I thought it would surely be uncomfortable or unusable, but I ordered it just for the laughs. Payroll Girl and I were both intrigued, but didn't think it would be practical. But, it was just over $7 with shipping and handling, so that wasn't much to lose.





The cylinder is small enough to fit in almost any purse--under four inches long and about an inch and a half in diameter. Inside, you find the GoGirl, a plastic bag (for disposal), and a piece of tissue paper. However, the Go-Girl can be reused, so the plastic bag can double as a container to hold the device until it can be washed properly.

The directions are fairly self-explanatory. You place the device against you, aim the spout, and let go. Yes, this means you pee like a man. I love it. More than I should, probably. There's just something so empowering about peeing while standing. My main concern was leakage, but I've used it twice and have had absolutely no problem with cleanliness at all. It's designed perfectly.

The best thing is that they're not all that expensive, especially considering they can be reused many times. You can read all about how awesome they are and purchase one (or a pack of three) at their website.

Comments

[neriah.livejournal.com]

This concept is not new. I have seen something prior in the 1980's.

I always resort to the hover method.

[anogete.livejournal.com]

I hate hovering. I think I lack the grace to do it properly.

[theredzebra1.livejournal.com]

An ergonomic funnel! Definitely empowering, but I think the same effect could be garnered from wearing a strap-on. ^_^
I can't really think that I would carry the thing around in my purse for any-time use, but for events (camping, outdoor events involving portapotties, travel) could find this worthwhile.

[anogete.livejournal.com]

If I were going shopping or expected to be out for the entire day, then I'd probably throw it in my purse. I don't think I'd carry it to work with me every day. I only share a bathroom with two other girls, both of whom I know and trust. I think it would be fantastic for hiking. I've never managed to perfect the squat, and I'm terrified I'll pee all over myself.

[bookofmoonrevel.livejournal.com]

Oh, look, you got a girl penis! There are many Freudian implications to this that I shall not mention here. :)

Anyway, I have always said that for all of the psychological reasons one could have for wanting to have a penis, this has always been the main one for me. Many times I have been without access to a toilet and have cursed the gods for this weakness. I am possibly intrigued enough by your discovery to check this thing out for myself!

[dressagegrrrl.livejournal.com]

I think it's a good idea. The problem, however, is that once you've peed through it, what do you do with it? I wouldn't want to put that back in my purse without cleaning it thoroughly, and I can't imagine trotting up to the sink and washing it in front of people. Thoughts?

Edited to say: Oh, I see there is a plastic bag. I dunno. I think I'd have trouble carrying it around after it was used. They should make disposable ones out of waxed cardboard you can just throw away. Although I suppose that isn't environmentally conscious...

[anogete.livejournal.com]

Yes, I think the plastic bag is meant to hold the used device until you can wash it properly. It could be put in the bag, and then shoved inside the cannister. Or you could just toss it since they aren't that expensive. I don't anticipate using one every day, so I suppose throwing one away every once in a while isn't that big of a deal.

[shalanar.livejournal.com]

That is fairly cool.

[shehops.livejournal.com]

Time for TMI sharing! When I was kindergarten-age or so, I was convinced that there was no reason a girl couldn't learn to aim like a boy, with sufficent practice. So I used to pee facing the toilet, straddling the bowl. Yes, I was a dorky kid.