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DIY Emergency Car Toilet For When You Have To Go Pee Pee Fast

February 19, 2015 by Shellie Wilson 5 Comments

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I am sure we have all been there at some point, stuck in a car in desperate need of a bathroom. This kit is for Emergencies only, so no point writing to me to tell me it’s gross and unpractical etc.  It is for Emergencies! When you got to go you don’t really care how you go.

My children always need to go to the toilet just after we passed a highway exit. So far we have always made it to a garage station or rest stop but one day we won’t and the older they get the more particular they are going to be as to where and how they go.  Emergency Car Toilet Kit.

Other important uses for this kit is for people with a medical condition like IBS irritable bowel syndrome. If you have it, then I sympathize with you as I too have this dreaded curse. I have to plan where the toilets are going to be, what goes into my mouth and when in case it comes out in a hurry.  It is a curse a terrible life-altering curse.  I recently went on holiday with long bus rides and the only way to manage was medicine and not eating until I had a toilet nearby, which meant I couldn’t enjoy cultural foods fresh from the stores, instead taking them back home to eat later in my hotel room, with a toilet on standby.  Do you know how else I felt safe? toilet bags. I never had to use one, BUT it was always in my bag, along with a shawl for squatting over that bag and a change of clothes just in case.

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Comments

  1. Judy P says

    February 19, 2015 at 11:20 am

    what are the colored plastic items in front?

  2. Sarah says

    February 19, 2015 at 12:57 pm

    Baby wipes, hand sanitizer and a pot to poop in. What is the stack of 3 in the middle? Kleenex? The link you provided only leads to the same photo, no details.

  3. Shellie Wilson says

    February 19, 2015 at 9:15 pm

    Yes, tissues in the front. I have updated the link to the full article.

  4. Tammy-Jean says

    February 20, 2015 at 7:41 pm

    Great Idea! It sounds gross but when you gotta go, ya gotta go somewhere!!! LoL… Personally this would be my choice over goin bare butt in the woods or grass! Bug bites on the butt don’t chew well in my mouth at all lol :)) Thanks for sharing, I will definitely be puttin’ this together! Perfect for summer camping if the toilets are too far or if no toilets at all lol.

  5. Pat says

    July 29, 2020 at 9:04 pm

    I have a suggestion to add to this very good idea. Plastic bagsbags, maybe the grocery store type of smaller if you can find them, and twist ties to wrap the bags consecrated use. Also, the lid to the can to lock indoors until you can discard the bag.

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DIY Herbal Vapor Rub Balm – A Natural Vicks-Style Decongestant for Cold and Flu Relief

When someone in the house starts sniffling, you just know it’s going to make the rounds. That’s when I reach for this homemade herbal vapor rub—our family’s go-to chest balm for easing congestion, coughs, and that heavy-headed sick feeling.

Made with gentle yet powerful essential oils, this balm works just like the classic Vicks rub (but without the synthetic stuff). It’s safe, effective, and smells like a eucalyptus grove with a hint of grandma’s medicine chest—in the best possible way!

Whether you’re treating a toddler’s sniffles or trying to head off a man cold, this DIY vapor rub will be your winter wellness MVP.

Why You’ll Love This Natural Decongestant Balm

  • No petroleum or nasties – A clean, green homemade Vicks alternative 
  • Gentle enough for kids – With optional adjustments for littlies 
  • Nourishing balm texture – Melts into skin without being greasy 
  • Essential oils – Provide cooling, clearing, and comforting support 
  • Customizable – Make it stronger for adults or extra-gentle for babies 

Ingredients

Base:

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil (or olive oil for a softer balm) 
  • 2 tbsp shea butter or mango butter 
  • 2 tbsp beeswax pellets 

Essential Oil Blend (for adults):

  • 10 drops eucalyptus essential oil 
  • 8 drops peppermint essential oil 
  • 6 drops rosemary essential oil 
  • 4 drops tea tree essential oil 
  • 4 drops lavender essential oil 

Optional for kids under 5:
Replace eucalyptus and peppermint with fir needle and cedarwood atlas, and halve the total essential oil amount.

How to Make Your Own Vapor Rub

  1. Melt the base:
    In a double boiler (or a bowl over simmering water), gently melt the coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax together. Stir until smooth and liquid. 
  2. Cool slightly:
    Remove from heat and let cool just a few minutes—enough that it’s no longer scalding hot but still liquid. 
  3. Add essential oils:
    Stir in your essential oil blend. Don’t add them too early or the heat will evaporate their goodness. 
  4. Pour into tins or jars:
    Carefully pour into a small glass jar or metal balm tin. Let cool completely before putting the lid on. 
  5. Label & store:
    Store in a cool place away from sunlight. Balm will keep for up to 6 months. 

How to Use Your Herbal Chest Rub

  • For chest and back: Rub a small amount onto chest, upper back, and soles of the feet during cold or flu season. 
  • For steam relief: Add a pea-sized amount to a bowl of steaming water, cover your head with a towel, and inhale. 
  • For headaches: Dab a touch on temples and neck (use caution and avoid eyes). 

Mum Tips

  • Patch test first if you’re unsure about sensitivities. 
  • Keep a tiny jar in your handbag during winter for on-the-go sniffles. 
  • For a nighttime version, add a few drops of Roman chamomile or lavender for extra sleep support. 

 

 

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