What’s that smell wafting through the house? Cookies? Aromatherapy candles? Urine caked to the back of the toilet? If you’ve got boys, chances are it’s not the first two.
Fortunately, your urine scented home can be avoided with these tricks below. Since I’ve implemented them, I’ve only stepped in pee three or four times.
Target practice. Peeing can be fun. And a great way to bond with your kid. Just make a target out of a Cheerio, potato chip or piece of toilet paper. See who can sink ‘em. Keep score and get him something when you let him win. By turning urination into recreation, you’re well on your way to an odor free throne.
No distractions. Have him close the bathroom door when he’s going. Think of a fireman with a hose. Startle him and water is going to fly everywhere. Your kid is no different. He doesn’t have the ability to only turn his head when something catches his attention. His whole body will turn towards the source, sending pee all over your wife’s new rug. Then she’ll blame you for years worth of baggage like not putting the toilet seat down, farting, etc. It’s ugliness that can be avoided.
Step Stool. Ok, all you’ve got to do is point down. Which should be fairly easy to do unless you’ve had too many beers or have been flipping through Hustler magazine. But your kid doesn’t have it so easy. He’s only had his penis for three years and you’re asking him to point it slightly upwards to arc his shot perfectly. I’m no gambling man, but I’d say the odds of more pee in the toilet than on the floor, aren’t good. A step stool will give him the same advantage you’ve got. And serve as an extra layer of protection between his appendage and your floor.
Clean up. I’m not saying I saw my son do this or anything, but hula-hoop gyrations for drying purposes only splatter urine all over the walls and your toothbrushes. Instead, tell your kid that a better solution is to tap the tip once or twice. Sure, it might seem obvious to you (or maybe not,) but to your son who is just getting used to the whole toilet thing, it’s golden information.
If none of the information above helps, you can always have your kid sit down. But this could lead to confusion down the road. So be careful.
Until next time brothers, may urine find it’s rightful place in your toilet.
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