046: How to Poop Outside with Kids

<p>How to Poop Outside with Kids — because eventually, every outdoor family has to figure out what to do when someone says, “I have to poop!” and there’s no bathroom anywhere nearby. In this episode, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned about taking kids to the bathroom in the woods, including some of the funniest (and most ridiculous) poop situations we experienced.</p><p>We’ll talk through how to dig and cover a cat hole, where to go, what to pack, what to do with toilet paper and wipes, when you need to pack human waste out, and how things change when you’re camping in one place for several nights. I also share practical tips for periods in the backcountry, potty training while camping, and what to do when you’re caught without the right supplies. Plus, we’ll talk about being proactive with kids before heading above treeline or into places where finding a bathroom—or even a good place to dig—isn&#39;t an option.</p><p>Most importantly, we’re getting into how to actually help kids poop outside without making it a huge, stressful ordeal. From different ways to hold a squatting toddler to helping embarrassed kids, finding a system that works for your family, and teaching older kids to eventually do it themselves, this episode is all about making one of the less glamorous parts of outdoor adventures feel a whole lot more manageable. If you’ve ever wondered how to poop outside with kids, this is the practical, honest conversation you need before your next camping, hiking, backpacking, or family adventure.</p><p><strong>Resources mentioned: </strong></p><p>Backpacking with Babies and Small Children Book, Goldie Sliverman - <a href="https://amzn.to/4hu7I3j" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow"><u>https://amzn.to/4hu7I3j</u></a></p><p>Leave No Trace <strong>-</strong> <a href="https://lnt.org/i-have-to-poop-outside-what-do-i-do/"><u>Pooping Outside</u></a> </p><p>Leave No Trace - <a href="https://leavenotrace.ca/services/3-dispose-of-waste-properly/"><u>Dispose of waste</u></a> </p><p><strong>Gear mentioned:</strong></p><p>Ultralight backpacking trovel - <a href="https://amzn.to/4xnzkMt" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow"><u>https://amzn.to/4xnzkMt</u></a> </p><p>Lightweight plastic trovel - <a href="https://alnk.to/gKV5Kq0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow"><u>https://alnk.to/gKV5Kq0</u></a> </p><p>Midsized Shovel (for the vehicle) - <a href="https://amzn.to/4xvfBKS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow"><