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Women Can Now Stand and Pee With PeeBuddy in Unhygienic Toilets!
Indian women are reaching new heights each day. Gone are the days when we were confined to the four walls of the house, spending hours in the kitchen, and never venturing out. Nothing holds us back anymore – not frowning neighbours, not pregnancy, not motherhood, not the fear-mongers. Or is that so? We spoke to our fellow women and it turns out that there IS something that is still holding us back from moving freely outdoors. And it is something we shy away from discussing.
When on-the-go, one of the biggest problems women face is this – what will I do if I need to pee? For how long can I hold back my pee? These questions are more troublesome than we realize, and even responsible for furthering disparity between the genders. After all, men don’t usually have to face any of these questions; they can just stand and take a leak behind a bush on the highway!
The Horror of the Indian Public Toilet
One solution to peeing on-the-go is to use a public toilet. But ask any Indian woman and she’ll have very complimentary terms to describe these toilets! For starters, public toilets are still few and far between in several places in India. And if they are available, they are hardly sanitary. It can take excruciating will of power to pee in the dirty public toilets where germs seem to be as dense as fog! In fact, not only public toilets but toilets at restaurants, malls, railway stations, fuel stations, airports and in outdoor events are seldom clean.
Doctors do not recommend holding back your pee for prolonged intervals as it can expose your body to harmful toxins. However, getting exposed to toilet germs is one of the main urine infection causes. This leaves many women with the painful choice – either stay at home or risk contracting infections from public toilets.
These problems are felt most acutely by women in the following situations:
Pregnancy, during which women need to pee more often but are also more susceptible to infection
Postpartum, during which women must guard against infection and may also be recovering from body pain
Women suffering from arthritis or joint pain
During periods
Women with lowered immunity
Women suffering from, or at risk of, urinary tract infection
Elderly women
How PeeBuddy is Empowering Indian Women
The good news is that there now exists a solution for us to overcome the horror of using public toilets – PeeBuddy.
PeeBuddy, first launched by Deep Bajaj in 2014, is a female urination device that allows women to stand up and pee! Deep first had the idea when he was on a roadtrip with his wife and friends. While the men had no problem urinating whenever required, the women had to hold, cringe, squat and wobble! He then decided to start working on a solution that would enable women to pee while on-the-go, without having to worry about unhygienic conditions or other toilet problems.
With PeeBuddy, no matter how dirty the toilet is, you’ll have no fear of contracting an infection or having to clean a dirty toilet seat. PeeBuddy also greatly benefits women with joint pain or difficulty in bending over.
So, Can I Really Stand & Pee Then?
Yes! It is indeed thrilling that a simple urination device can free women of this age-old problem associated with travelling and being outdoors. We have answered below some questions you may have in mind about using this product.
Can women pee standing up? Isn’t it unnatural and uncomfortable?
Peebuddy team claims to have sold over 500,000 units. We checked with several women who have been using the product. Their verdict is that it is a little odd at first but quickly becomes easy. Our mommy blogger Vaishali, who was recommended this product by a friend, says, “Today, after having used it for over a period of time, I can truly vouch for it: PeeBuddy! I mean, it did feel a bit strange to be standing and peeing at first, but one does get used to it after a point of time.”
Watch: Fellow women share their experiences of using PeeBuddy!
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What kind of women does PeeBuddy benefit? Do I really need it?
This device is very useful for any woman who needs to be on-the-go for any amount of time. If you are on a picnic with your family, on a roadtrip with your in-laws, running a marathon, or even simply out with your friends, you should carry this device with you. In fact, it is handy even if you are going to a mall, hotel or restaurant since many of these places have unclean toilets. Also, if you are a mom-to-be, have recently delivered, or struggle with joint pain, then standing and peeing can be comfortable for you.
How do I use PeeBuddy?
The device is extremely simple to use. It is funnel shaped and can be placed between the legs to pass urine.
Is it safe to use this product? What if there are side effects?
PeeBuddy is made of coated paper that is perfectly safe to use and carry in your purse. It is a simple use-and-throw device that has no side effects whatsoever.
What do doctors say about standing and peeing?
The PeeBuddy team has conducted extensive research while designing the product, and it is today recommended by leading doctors and gynaecologists. In fact, they especially recommend it for pregnant women, women battling UTI, and arthritic women.
How can I buy PeeBuddy?
The product is available in packs of 5, 10 and 20 priced at INR 120, INR 200 and INR 375. You can purchase it from the PeeBuddy official website as well as from some other online portals. Read more
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The proper amount of nutrition plays a very important role in any child’s growth. Understand what amount of nutrition he needs at this age. Here are some tips to ensure that you feed your child in the right manner and that he gets his daily quota of nutrition.
Proper nutrition is very essential for your 4 to 5 years old child. This is the age when you can lay the foundation for healthy and nutritious food choices that will help him throughout his life. Here are some tips to ensure that you feed your child in the right manner and that he gets his daily quota of nutrition.
What is Meant by Nutritious Food?
Between 4 and 5 years, your child will be able to eat most of the food that is cooked for the family. Nutritious food is used to describe those foods that give your child enough nutrients that he needs to grow and perform his daily activities.
How to Ensure that Child is Getting Nutritious Food?
Ensure that your child’s daily meals contain three main meals and two healthy snacks
Device a menu that limits the use of dishes that have high sugar and fat content
Ensure that you include a lot of fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains and dairy products
Try to include a variety of food in your weekly menu rather than sticking to one food group. For instance, the milk in the evening can be substituted with cheese or flavoured yogurt. This will ensure that the kids do not get fed up of eating the same thing every day
Limit the amount of junk food and sugary juices
Balance nutritious meal plans with physical activity to ensure that your child gets the maximum benefit from the food that he is consuming
Right Ways of Feeding
Like most 4-5-year-olds, it may be an ordeal to ensure that your children eat the nutritious meals that you serve them. Remember that your child has a mind of his own and can be quite stubborn. Force-feeding your child may not be a good option as he may develop an aversion for food.
Set an example for your child by being a good role model yourself. It is not fair to expect your child to eat up his green while you tuck into fries and burger in front of the TV. As far as possible, ensure that your family has at least one meal together. Sitting at a table and watching the rest of the family eat the same food may encourage your child to do the same. Make eating in front of the TV a weekend indulgence, something which is not done daily.
Make mealtimes interesting. Keep portion sizes small, so that he is not intimidated by it. Make interesting shapes with cookie cutters and present food in a fun way.
Ensure consistency in meal times and discourage binging on junk food in between. Be familiar with your child’s hunger patterns. So, if his hunger peaks half hour before your actual dinner time, advance dinner time by half an hour instead of letting him snack in between.
Involve your child in the cooking process. Teach him to appreciate food and the effort that goes into preparing meals. This will make him more receptive to the food you place in front of him. Teach him proper table manners so that he can eat his food hygienically and confidently. Never use food as a bribe or a punishment tool.
It is important for you as parents to ensure that you give your child nutritionally-balanced meals, as well as teach good dietary habits that will help him ward off a lot of lifestyle disorders, as well as keep him healthy and active. Read more
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This sipper is easy to carry. Since its spill proof, I just keep it in my bag or on the car seat without
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