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A Review of Kids’ / Toddlers’ Travel Potties
One thing that I hate about potty training a toddler is that it then becomes way too difficult to go anywhere without worrying about potential wetting accidents. I love the idea of getting a travel potty for my 2 year old toddler, so I am writing this article while I am researching products for my little girl. I have heard very good things about the Caboose, but the Potty-on-the-Go might be the way to go because I think that it looks like it would stay the most clean / sanitary. What are your thoughts everyone?
Travel Potty
A travel potty that is great for toddlers and young children to take along on long car trips or camping. The nice thing is that it easily folds to briefcase size. Attach the disposable bag, and this potty goes anywhere. The two large storage compartments provide room for supplies, and it comes with 4 zip lock disposable gallon bags. Uses standard gallon size storage bags. Ages 18 mos. and up to 70 lbs.
PROS: The seat is light and it has adequate storage for underwear, baby wipes, and extra storage bags. One parent said that they can fit about six-eight pullups, fifteen bags, and half a pack of baby wipes in both compartments with additional space left. Another positive is that you can just buy the generic brand of gallon bags and they work just fine…so you don’t have to waste money on buying special bags.
CONS: A few parents complained about the small circumference of the potty seat for their little boys, so if you have a little boy who stands up while they pee, they will have to sit when using this potty seat.
Fisher-Price Potty On-the-Go
The base is sturdy and folds flat to fit in the snazzy tote. The tote is discreet and includes pockets for wipes, toilet paper, etc. When the time comes, simply attach a garbage bag, throw in a nursing pad, and dispose. It potty is easily wiped clean, and the tote keeps it from getting dirty when transporting. The Potty On-the-Go includes five disposable bags and absorbent pads, but the nice thing is that they recommend replacing these with generic four-gallon bags and nursing pads–couldn’t be easier. Designed for comfort, cleanliness and convenience, with smooth, easy-to-wipe-clean surfaces and a mess-free, disposable bag and absorbent pad waste containment system. Just tie it, and toss it! Potty folds flat for compact carry in a machine-washable, take-along tote with organizer pockets that keep your personal care supplies handy, like your wipes and hand sanitizer. Includes 5 disposable bags and 5 absorbent pads. Replace with standard 4-gallon garbage bags and any type of absorbent pads (nursing pads, sanitary pads, etc.).
PROS: Very easy to put together and take apart. The bag has room for toilet paper or whatever. The bag makes it very portable and easy to use for travel.
CONS: It is a bit bulky. The hole is a bit small so your child might have to be a pro at aiming.
Caboose Travel Diaper Potty
The Caboose Travel Diaper Potty is an inexpensive travel potty that uses a diaper as a liner, giving your toddler the ability to go anywhere, anytime, with easy cleanup for you! It’s Compact! So small, it fits on a standard sheet of paper. The top fits in the base for even more compact storage. It can fit in your diaper bag, or under the stroller, or on the floorboard of the car. It’s Convenient! With our patented diaper-catching design, give your toddler a clean , real potty that works. Because when you gotta go, you gotta go!
PROS: The major positive is the price. This Caboose uses a diaper, what a unique idea. The carrying case is easy to open, and setting up the potty with a diaper is really easy. When done, you just roll up the diaper and throw it away, no worrying about leaks or anyone seeing what is inside.
CONS: One mom did mention that she loves it but that she wishes that the two pieces would snap or latch together as the top and bottom of the potty just sit on top of each other. If there is much movement it slides apart.
Kalencom POTETTE - On the Go Potty
A must for kids “on the go”. Now there’s always a clean restroom close by! Our take-along potty is comfortable, sturdy, and folds flat in its carry tote for easy travel. Sets up in seconds; just unfold the legs. Very sanitary, too: its clever disposable liner has a scented pad that absorbs contents and odors. Three liners included; additional liners sold separately. Ideal for the car, boat, and camper. Supports kids up to 50 lbs.
PROS: One mother mentioned that she had the Fisher Price Travel Potty and that she liked the On the Go Potty much better for travel because it is much less bulky. It is small and lightweight, so it fits in your purse or pack, sets up quick and stays clean. disposal of the used bags is easy because they have absorbent pads inside and you can tie them securely so that they won’t make any messes until you find a trash can. The potette has a thick plastic bag it comes in, so you can even stick the used bag inside that with the potette till you find a trash.
CONS: A few parents complained that the potty is much too small for children over 3 years old.
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Posted on January 8th, 2009 by admin
Filed under: Car Travel, Car Travel with Kids, Family Travel Organization & Packing, General Travel, Lists, Travel Comfort, Travel with Baby, Travel with Kids, Traveling with Kids, Travelling with Infants or Baby
Wow, thank you so much for posting this research of yours! I just happened to be searching for a family vacation and I have a 15 month old who will start potty training soon, and of course it will be during our travel season. I came across youe info and so excited to try the “caboose” for our summer season. Thanks so much!