Squatty Potty

[Walter123]

Ok, so I'm watching Shark Tank and this guy is trying to get financing for this thing called Squatty Potty. Basically, you put your feet on it so you're squatting on the bowl when you poop. It lines up your colon for a more natural position.
I spent quite a bit of time working in South Korea and our office bathroom had a porcelain hole in the floor that you squatted over to do your business. At first it was weird but that position worked very well. Same thing when camping in the wilderness except it was a dirt hole. I ordered a Squatty Potty from Amazon for 24.95 and it will arrive tomorrow. I can't wait for Tuesday morning! I'll let you know how it turns out!

[TheVillageChicken]

No pictures please.

[MikeV]

I also saw that episode. I originally thought it was a joke but the inventor got a Shark to invest in it.

[graciegirl]

Another poop thread.

[manaboutown]

Hope your knees are in great shape. Getting down and then back up may be a problem otherwise.

In Turkey, China and elsewhere I have always tried to find an American style pot rather than stoop to using this type.

[Shimpy]

I can't wait for Tuesday morning! I'll let you know how it turns out!


I think that is more info than we need.

[Jaggy]

Howard Stern's radio show has been pushing these "Squatty Potty" things for a long time = And yes.. I sometimes listen to him.. blame GM for giving me fancy fancy radio with more channels then I know what to do with..

[Walter123]

Hope your knees are in great shape. Getting down and then back up may be a problem otherwise.

In Turkey, China and elsewhere I have always tried to find an American style pot rather than stoop to using this type.

It fits around the bottom of the bowl. You slide it out when you need it and slide it back before you get up.

[manaboutown]

It fits around the bottom of the bowl. You slide it out when you need it and slide it back before you get up.

OK, I looked up their website. Squatting one's weight to get down and back up is not involved.

[SoccerCoach]

Something to be said for $4.5 million in sales, looking to get to $7 million this year and getting it approved and licensed as a medical device.

[Halibut]

I'm not saying I believe or disbelieve the science, but why can't I just use the small step stool we already own to accomplish the same thing? No, it's not made to curve around the base of the toilet, but I can't use the Squatty Potty to reach the cupboard on top of the fridge, either.

Although this review (http://www.amazon.com/review/R3SNTSII1C8R1X/ref=cm_cr_dp_title?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B007BISCT0&nodeID=165796011&store=baby-products) on Amazon is pretty amusing.

[DonH57]

Howard Stern's radio show has been pushing these "Squatty Potty" things for a long time = And yes.. I sometimes listen to him.. blame GM for giving me fancy fancy radio with more channels then I know what to do with..

Yes. I've heard it advertised there as well and some other channel on Sirius.

[Walter123]

I'm not saying I believe or disbelieve the science, but why can't I just use the small step stool we already own to accomplish the same thing? No, it's not made to curve around the base of the toilet, but I can't use the Squatty Potty to reach the cupboard on top of the fridge, either.

Although this review (http://www.amazon.com/review/R3SNTSII1C8R1X/ref=cm_cr_dp_title?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B007BISCT0&nodeID=165796011&store=baby-products) on Amazon is pretty amusing.

I guess you can but it's only 24.95 and is the correct height. You order a 7 inch unit for a 15 inch toilet and a 9 inch unit for higher toilets. My toilet is 17 inches including the seat so I ordered a 9 inch squatty.

Try to make a stool using your step stool.:a20:

[Barefoot]

Although this review (http://www.amazon.com/review/R3SNTSII1C8R1X/ref=cm_cr_dp_title?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B007BISCT0&nodeID=165796011&store=baby-products) on Amazon is pretty amusing.

Normally, I don't find bathroom humor funny, but that review made me laugh.

[Walter123]

Another poop thread.

Yeah, but this is people poop.

[onslowe]

"Anthony Sullivan here for Squatty Potty!"

[zcaveman]

I was stationed in Japan back in the 60s. That was the normal potty. I swore I would never use it but then Mother Nature decided that I should try it.

Rule one is to remove your wallet -just in case it slips out.

Z

[tedquick]

I'm not saying I believe or disbelieve the science, but why can't I just use the small step stool we already own to accomplish the same thing? No, it's not made to curve around the base of the toilet, but I can't use the Squatty Potty to reach the cupboard on top of the fridge, either.

Although this review (http://www.amazon.com/review/R3SNTSII1C8R1X/ref=cm_cr_dp_title?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B007BISCT0&nodeID=165796011&store=baby-products) on Amazon is pretty amusing.

The review is an absolute riot! It is a must-read. Thanks, Halibut..

[Bonanza]

If you've even been to some of the Asian countries, you would be in extreme wonderment.

Once these people have squatted, I don't know how they get up!

[Walter123]

If you've even been to some of the Asian countries, you would be in extreme wonderment.

Once these people have squatted, I don't know how they get up!

They simply unbend their knees!

[Cisco Kid]

Why does this make me think of DR OZ ?

[Walter123]

Why does this make me think of DR OZ ?

Do you mean Dr ooze?

[gomoho]

Fascinating!

[jnieman]

I also ordered Squatty Potty. It will be delivered today. This thing actually works. Don't ask me how I know.

[BobnBev]

Another poop thread.
And we all know there's no poop in Lake Sumter...:icon_twisted::loco:

[jnieman]

I'm not saying I believe or disbelieve the science, but why can't I just use the small step stool we already own to accomplish the same thing? No, it's not made to curve around the base of the toilet, but I can't use the Squatty Potty to reach the cupboard on top of the fridge, either.

Although this review (http://www.amazon.com/review/R3SNTSII1C8R1X/ref=cm_cr_dp_title?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B007BISCT0&nodeID=165796011&store=baby-products) on Amazon is pretty amusing.

Yes that would also work for a trial test but in the long run the squatty potty would be more comfortable to use and the price is low.

[howardandsheila]

Having spent a lot of time in the far east, and middle east in the past few years, this position is actually favored by many of the locals. Given a choice, they go into the stall with the "Bombsight Toilet", as many of us westerners call them. Just need to ensure your aim is right on. Two foot pads to position your feet, and many have a grab handle on the wall to help the older bombardier to get back up.

[RVRoadie]

Here is another toilette device (LUXE-Bidet-Vi-110) that you might appreciate. It turns your toilette into a bidet at a very low price.

We have these on both our toilettes, and would not want to be without them.

[Barefoot]

I'm not saying I believe or disbelieve the science, but why can't I just use the small step stool we already own to accomplish the same thing?

Test out your theory and get back to us, OK?
No no no no no no -- I'm kidding -- I already know way too much about the bathroom habits of other Villagers. :22yikes:

[Walter123]

I got my Squatty Potty today and made a dry run. I'm taking my maiden voyage tomorrow. I hope it goes smoothly. On the advice of RVRodie I also ordered the LUXE-Bidet-Vi-110. Who says that you can't teach an old dog new tricks! Talk about a toilet makeover!!

[Steve & Deanna]

Ugghhh !!! We purchased a camping potty for the van as a 'just in case' for travelling purposes and went the extra bucks for a high rise. Waaayyyy too much info. Sorry !!!!

[Blessed2BNTV]

Squatty potty....luxe bidets.....can't wait for the outcome....oh my now I sound like DougB!

Hopefully reports back tomorrow!

[Walter123]

OK, so I made my maiden voyage today and to be honest the jury is still out. I won't be as graphic as the Amazon reviewer so lets just say that my pre-game routine was off a bit. Yesterday, I had some pasta and bread which always gives me a little trouble the next day plus the fact that that there was some level of excitement and I think I was expecting too much. I can only blame myself for skewing the first day results. Anyhow, the Squatty Potty takes a little getting used to. You have to find the right position and decide pants on or completely off. I tried it pants off first because I thought it would be safer and after I was sure I would clear everything I tried it pants down. The more I tried it the more I got used to it but I'll probably need a few days to give it justice.
I know that you'll be waiting on the edge of your seat, I know I will.

[Boudicca]

When I was a child, visiting Germany, Austria and Switzerland, a wooden footstool was included in most bathrooms to be used in the same manner as the Squatty Potty. Good manners prohibit using the real name of the step stools :)

[outlaw]

I find Colon Blow from Amazon works fine...unless you're not near a bathroom.

[Barefoot]

...... the Squatty Potty takes a little getting used to. You have to find the right position and decide pants on or completely off. I tried it pants off first because I thought it would be safer and after I was sure I would clear everything I tried it pants down. The more I tried it the more I got used to it but I'll probably need a few days to give it justice. I know that you'll be waiting on the edge of your seat, I know I will.

I sincerely hope that Walter123 is a "pretend" name.
Otherwise, if we meet at Crispers, I will only have an image of pants off over a Squatty Potty. :shocked:

[DonH57]

Confuscious say, " Man who stand on toilet, high on pot".

[Boudicca]

Ha ha, you last two "posters" are waaay too funny - :)

[outlaw]

OK, so I made my maiden voyage today and to be honest the jury is still out. I won't be as graphic as the Amazon reviewer so lets just say that my pre-game routine was off a bit. Yesterday, I had some pasta and bread which always gives me a little trouble the next day plus the fact that that there was some level of excitement and I think I was expecting too much. I can only blame myself for skewing the first day results. Anyhow, the Squatty Potty takes a little getting used to. You have to find the right position and decide pants on or completely off. I tried it pants off first because I thought it would be safer and after I was sure I would clear everything I tried it pants down. The more I tried it the more I got used to it but I'll probably need a few days to give it justice.
I know that you'll be waiting on the edge of your seat, I know I will.

Please post pics.

[Walter123]

Please post pics.

YOU'RE SICK!!!! Oh, okay. Maybe tomorrow. LOL

[TVMayor]

I got one for my dog, now it looks like he needs a back-up camera.

[Walter123]

Second day of Squatty Potty short term evaluation and I give it the :thumbup:. Since this will be a life changing event, I'm gonna have to do a long term evaluation. I decided that I shouldn't post a picture (sorry outlaw, I know you were looking forward to that) but I just can't bring myself to take a selfi and my wife said no. Thanksgiving is coming up soon which seems like the perfect time to get some indisputable data. After all, it is the biggest travel day of the year!

[Wandatime]

That Amazon review was hilarious, as is this thread. Thanks to you all for making me laugh so hard I snorted coffee out of my nose.

[Bavarian]

Yes, but do you have the hose?

[Barefoot]

OK, so I made my maiden voyage today and to be honest the jury is still out........... I'll probably need a few days to give it justice.
I know that you'll be waiting on the edge of your seat, I know I will.

Second day of Squatty Potty short term evaluation and I give it the :thumbup:.

I'm sure that most of our gentle readers have been waiting anxiously to hear your Day Two update. :mornincoffee:
I'm sure that others will join me in congratulating you on your success. :doh:

[Walter123]

I'm sure that most of our gentle readers have been waiting anxiously to hear your Day Two update. :mornincoffee:
I'm sure that others will join me in congratulating you on your success. :doh:

Thanks barefoot! I won't disappoint you.

[gomoho]

Second day of Squatty Potty short term evaluation and I give it the :thumbup:. Since this will be a life changing event, I'm gonna have to do a long term evaluation. I decided that I shouldn't post a picture (sorry outlaw, I know you were looking forward to that) but I just can't bring myself to take a selfi and my wife said no. Thanksgiving is coming up soon which seems like the perfect time to get some indisputable data. After all, it is the biggest travel day of the year!

OMG Walter you are too funny and a delightful addition to TOTV.

[JP]

My middle kid has lived in China about 5 years and sent us a squatty potty about 2 years ago. He said he wanted it for when he came home to visit. Really! I have been to the orient several times and really don't like the toughs they have and I don't like the squatty potty. One of the main reasons I don't like it or the troughs, and it is obvious if you think about it, is you have to be basically naked from the waste down or you are going to have a major unintended accident. Yuck!

[Blessed2BNTV]

Walter enjoy reading your posts!

Keep us updated :)

[VillagesFlorida]

I just finished reading this thread. My sides hurt and my eyes are watering so bad I can barely see my keyboard. When I first saw the words, "squatty potty" I almost clicked out of the post. Boy, am I glad I didn't! What a refreshing, funny, absolutely entertaining thread. I can hardly wait for more "updates" from you, Walter! Keep 'em coming!

[Walter123]

My middle kid has lived in China about 5 years and sent us a squatty potty about 2 years ago. He said he wanted it for when he came home to visit. Really! I have been to the orient several times and really don't like the toughs they have and I don't like the squatty potty. One of the main reasons I don't like it or the troughs, and it is obvious if you think about it, is you have to be basically naked from the waste down or you are going to have a major unintended accident. Yuck!

Hi JP,

First let me congratulate you on raising a fine son! He sounds like a man that is confident in his masculinity and knows what he wants. You should be proud.

Secondly, I addressed (or should I say undressed?) your concern in post 33. Having an engineering background and, working closely with OSHA over the span of a 30 year career, I can assure you that safety is always my number 1 (and 2) concern. I would never ask anyone to do something I wouldn't do and I'm not opposed to listen to feedback or suggestions. That's why I took the advice that zcaveman offered in post 17 which was to remove my wallet first. It wouldn't be a valid test so I used my old wallet filled with old credit cards and a recent gift card to Olive Garden. (I don't like Olive Garden).
The wallet stayed intact and the pants stayed dry so I guess I have to go to Olive Garden in the near future.

[Walter123]

Thank you Gomoho, Blessed2BITV and VillagesFlorida. I aim to please. Speaking of aim, I will be installing the Bidet tomorrow makeing the potty experience even more enjoyable! Florida is the perfect area to try the bidet because the bidet doesn't heat the water. The potable water here is very warm, whereas up north the potable water is very cold. If the bidet is deployed too early, and the water is too cold, it might cause the shop to close early. No one wants that.

[Joaniesmom]

Reminds me that, in less "advanced" cultures, women squat to deliver babies. The current method of using stirrups is for the convenience of the doctor, not to assist the mother to deliver the baby. Gravity definitely works!

[Walter123]

Today I'll start off with a joke.

If you're Italian in the kitchen, what are you in the bathroom?

European!!!!!

I know, this thread has nothing to do with peeing but it does have a European twist, I couldn't resist!

I installed my new bidet this morning and it was quite simple. Just shut off the valve to the tank, and flush to empty the tank. Remove the seat, install the unit and screw the seat back on. You may have to adjust the unit from side to side and front to back depending on eh,,,,you know. I must have a standard (you know) because I just centered it and pushed it all the way back. Don't worry if it's a little off because you can adjust the position of your (you know) while in use. Remover the waterline from the tank, install the tee fitting and connect up the hoses, turn the supply valve back on and check for leaks. That's it! Caution, I turned on the valve without sitting down and sprayed the mirror across the room! Sit down and turn the valve on to the pressure best for you. Enjoy!

[RVRoadie]

Today I'll start off with a joke.

If you're Italian in the kitchen, what are you in the bathroom?

European!!!!!

I know, this thread has nothing to do with peeing but it does have a European twist, I couldn't resist!

I installed my new bidet this morning and it was quite simple. Just shut off the valve to the tank, and flush to empty the tank. Remove the seat, install the unit and screw the seat back on. You may have to adjust the unit from side to side and front to back depending on eh,,,,you know. I must have a standard (you know) because I just centered it and pushed it all the way back. Don't worry if it's a little off because you can adjust the position of your (you know) while in use. Remover the waterline from the tank, install the tee fitting and connect up the hoses, turn the supply valve back on and check for leaks. That's it! Caution, I turned on the valve without sitting down and sprayed the mirror across the room! Sit down and turn the valve on to the pressure best for you. Enjoy!

You'll know you've arrived when you order a second unit for the guest bath, for those times you just don't want to walk all the way to the master bath.

[Walter123]

You'll know you've arrived when you order a second unit for the guest bath, for those times you just don't want to walk all the way to the master bath.

You got that right RV! I'll be adding both units to the guest bathroom too. the beauty is my guests can go conventional or take a chance. It's all about options!

[Barefoot]

You got that right RV! I'll be adding both units to the guest bathroom too. the beauty is my guests can go conventional or take a chance. It's all about options!

2729 views of the Squatty Potty thread. :shocked:
Walter, people are obviously interested.
Perhaps you could throw open your guest bathroom to all members of TOTV, and charge admission.

[Barefoot]

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[Loudoll]

The review is an absolute riot! It is a must-read. Thanks, Halibut.. It sure is! Hope nobody misses reading it. All you have to do is click on her post and it pops up.

[Walter123]

2729 views of the Squatty Potty thread. :shocked:
Walter, people are obviously interested.
Perhaps you could throw open your guest bathroom to all members of TOTV, and charge admission.

LOL......would I charge by the pound?

Maybe TV would let me install them on the community toilets at the pools?

[RVRoadie]

For those of you that missed the original Bidet link, click here (http://luxebidet.com) for the company website, or click here to purchase the model I purchased from amazon.

Now that products have been offered to take care of the back end of this pressing problem, stay tuned for suggestions on how my wife and I are addressing the front end issues.

And please, try to keep a straight face.

[Barefoot]

Second day of Squatty Potty short term evaluation and I give it the :thumbup:. Since this will be a life changing event, I'm gonna have to do a long term evaluation. I decided that I shouldn't postnm a picture (sorry outlaw, I know you were looking forward to that) but I just can't bring myself to take a selfi and my wife said no. Thanksgiving is coming up soon which seems like the perfect time to get some indisputable data. After all, it is the biggest travel day of the year!

Walter, I'm wondering if you've been able to do your long-term analysis yet?
Please let us know if it's :thumbup: or :loco:

[Walter123]

Walter, I'm wondering if you've been able to do your long-term analysis yet?
Please let us know if it's :thumbup: or :loco:

Hi Barefoot,

Like I said in a previous update, I feel that the day after Thanksgiving, hmmmm let's call it Brown Friday, should provide very good real life data so I'm holding back until then. Holding back the data that is, However, the data I've collected so far is promising.

[Blessed2BNTV]

Hi Barefoot,

Like I said in a previous update, I feel that the day after Thanksgiving, hmmmm let's call it Brown Friday, should provide very good real life data so I'm holding back until then. Holding back the data that is, However, the data I've collected so far is promising.

Ok now the coffee went through my nose!

Oh Walter, such a delight to read your posts!

[Walter123]

Ok now the coffee went through my nose!

Oh Walter, such a delight to read your posts!

My squatty potty and I thank you for your support! I'm working on a new name for it. Squatty potty, as cute as that is, is too generic. I want to personalize it a little. Same thing with the bidet. I want to name the bidet Squatty Squirty but don't know if that would be copy right infringement?

I'd love to hear some suggestions from the wise people of TOTV.
Like when The Flintstones were trying to come up with a name for Pebbles. I actually entered the contest way back but forgot what name I entered.

[Barefoot]

My squatty potty and I thank you for your support! I'm working on a new name for it. Squatty potty, as cute as that is, is too generic.
I'd love to hear some suggestions from the wise people of TOTV.

I'm sure DougB will have a good suggestion!

I can see the wisdom in waiting for a long-term evaluation until after Thanksgiving.
However it's good to hear that the data you've collected to date is promising.
Please let us know how Brown Friday works out for you.
I can't believe I actually said that. :yuck:

[Walter123]

After a good week of solid evaluation I give the Squatty Potty and it's side kick, Squatty Squirty, 5 stars! All kidding aside, this thing really works well. It took 2-3 days to figure out the most comfortable position. Everyone has their own sweet spot. The Squatty Squirty deserves a thread of it's own. The accuracy is unbelievable.

I've done my duty and reported back but if you have any questions I'd be happy to answer them.

[gomoho]

Well Walter, thank you so much for your evaluation and so glad to hear everything came out well!

[dbussone]

After a good week of solid evaluation I give the Squatty Potty and it's side kick, Squatty Squirty, 5 stars! All kidding aside, this thing really works well. It took 2-3 days to figure out the most comfortable position. Everyone has their own sweet spot. The Squatty Squirty deserves a thread of it's own. The accuracy is unbelievable.



I've done my duty and reported back but if you have any questions I'd be happy to answer them.


Walter - you know I like your posts but this thread has been TMI! The only thing you didn't provide was you specific dietary intake. So...was it the Potty or the diet?

[Walter123]

Walter - you know I like your posts but this thread has been TMI! The only thing you didn't provide was you specific dietary intake. So...was it the Potty or the diet?

Now I'm confused :confused:

You said that I already provided TMI but yet, you ask for more? LOL!
With the exception of Thanksgiving, my dietary intake remained the same so I wouldn't skew the results.

[dbussone]

Now I'm confused :confused:



You said that I already provided TMI but yet, you ask for more? LOL!

With the exception of Thanksgiving, my dietary intake remained the same so I wouldn't skew the results.


Skew the results? You're killing me. Say goodnight Walter.

[Walter123]

Skew the results? You're killing me. Say goodnight Walter.

Goodnight Gracie.

[lamplighter]

Lots of people in health industry use these.