No Toilet Paper? Here's What To Do!

[@sherrieash9852]

Us older folks know about that and aren't as offended by the thought. Our kids got use to the disposable stuff so don't have the stomach for it. They forget their bottoms were taken care of that way. This is the older generation's time to shine ! Now if the younger generation will just listen we can help them through this.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing!! AGREED!! :)

[@FreeRadical7118]

*Sherrie Ash* Hear hear!! Sometimes I'm glad I was born when the earth's crust was cooling, and this is one of them!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@FreeRadical7118 Agreed! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@patwagner9308]

Totally agree w/ you, Sherri.

[@mrsixxthsense5123]

When you come with solutions instead of hyping the hysteria, I subscribe to that. In any kind of situation. Well done!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thank you! I appreciate your watching and kind comments. I truly hope that this helps those who are in a panic mode right now. Together we CAN get thru this! :)

[@mrsixxthsense5123]

@@JudiintheKitchen The case it that a virus has never been isolated in the history of mankind. Then people should ask themselves; how can a test then say if you are positive or negative for a virus? That is simply impossible. Tomorrow the Patriot Act extension is expiring, so I assume Trump, will declare national emergency to implement Marshal law. Bill Gates said in a TED talk years ago that to reduce the human population vaccines was an important tool. I wonder what kind of parasites they have in those shoots. Would never give blood sample or take a test, nor a vaccine. Then they would need to take my life. Seems like the growing elderly population are being to expensive and since all nations are businesses they cut costs. Such a shame! If elderly people stopped taking the flu shoot they would live much longer. We have a lifespan of 120-140 years, but thanks to modern technology we have been able to reduce that to around 75-80 years.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for your thoughts, Mr Sixxthsense. I agree in many ways. Take care :)

[@rdbare4216]

So glad to hear some older women speaking up especially those who remember cloth diapers!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi RD! Thanks for watching and commenting! After seeing that elderly woman and her daughter grumbling through the grocery store, I HAD to do something...anything I could. Hence this video. I'm glad you found it helpful. Take care :)

[@johnabbot1585]

We used to change diaper s when I was younger. We would have a damp wash cloth next nearby remove soiled dia per use cloth to clean the baby. These were old cloth diapers, we would slosh out the soiled diapers and wash cloths in the tolit , then finalized in the sink. Every thing's clean. Hang up outside clothes line. Done ps I've forgotten how to fold the diapers scence then.1972- 76 somewhere in there

[@rdbare4216]

john abbot TY It’s been done that way almost all of history. Good to remember...

[@johnabbot1585]

@@rdbare4216 ikr I here people freaking out... If they only knew...lol

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@johnabbot1585 I did something similar when my boys were babies. Younger people have never had to deal with such things so it's hard for them to revert to the older methods. However, the struggles these days may force many to at least try something different. Thanks so much for sharing (my kids were born not long after yours, so we have similar memories) !!

[@tmb2226]

Excellent idea. This is exactly how we handled cloth diapers when our children were very young years ago. Set up two small buckets, one for initial swishing in water and rinse, the other for soaking a few hours in soapy water. Rinse it all out in the shower. Then run it through the clothes washer and dryer. A hot dryer will sterilize everything. Save toilet paper, save money, and save the trees.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and commenting!! Take care :)

[@breeviewAWAKENING]

It is sad that it has come to this. But, it is great when people come together with ideas to get through it. I believe this is what some off gridders do as well.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Yes, I'm sure the "off gridders" do something along these lines, for sure. Thanks for watching and commenting. I agree, this is a sad day in our country, but we WILL prevail! Take care :)

[@garbostyle1]

Hi Judy, I am old enough to remember cloth diapers being swished up and down in the commode to get the worst of it out and then soaked in a diaper pail until wash day or until we had enough for a wash load of clothes or just until they were needed ASAP . It really wasn''t that bad . I was 8 years old when my baby sister was born and I did almost all of her diapers and her care . At 8 years old I could do it so I know that any adult who is out of toilet paper can do it. I did not get in on the toilet paper craze and just couldn't understand it . I knew it was the least of my worries. Thanks for posting your video , many may have not thought about doing the whole washable, reusable TP.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing your experience! Yes...if a child can do it, so can we!! Take care :)

[@dianeferre1273]

We definitely share The Same "Domestic Warrior Diva's Mindset. So glad you commented! 😊👍

[@bolang6921]

Thank you. Here is what I've been doing. I am only using toilet tissue for number 2. Number 1: I put some very diluted warm sudsy water in a small plastic squeeze bottle and rinse then wipe dry with a face cloth. I hand wash the wash cloth each day with soap and hang dry and reuse. If I had no toilet tissue, I would do the same but have another wash cloth for number 2 and just hand wash it immediately after use and hang dry. This is what people did everyday before tissue was available. It's no big deal, probably more sanitary for our tush and better for the environment. All is good.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing!! Good tips :)

[@dianeferre1273]

HIGH 5! ✋😁

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@dianeferre1273 You bet!!

[@lydiabehar4465]

I do remember changing and rinsing poop diapers in ice cold toilet water when my children were babies. No big deal if worse comes to worse. Thanks for this great reminder and video.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Lydia! Thank YOU for watching and commenting :)

[@nicoleshupe2313]

Lydia Behar I remember my mom using cloth diapers and rinsing them out in the toilet and then she soaked them in something until she did laundry. I always thought it was so gross but there weren’t disposables back then. Five kids later when pampers came out she switched over.

[@AcornHillHomestead]

Ive used the personal cloth method for years now. I find the huge amount of waste and wiping with chemically treated paper to make TP white ridiculous not to mention expensive. I only use cloths for for urine but this has cut our use of TP about 90%. In this virus epidemic, we have just used 1 roll of TP in a 1.5 months. I use cut up old wash cloths and old tee shirts. Id use flannel if I could find it. I have never had any issues. I just keep the clean cloths in a cute basket and the used ones go directly into the laundry basket. This is much healthier than TP plus saves money and storage. Do not use bleach to clean the cloths. You certainly don’t want that on your delicate skin. Washing soda and laundry detergent works fine. I never ever experience odors from using this method. Thanks for your no nonsense approach to this matter!

[@Bethh3890]

I like your idea. Do you not use the cloths for fecal? Also, after you use them, do they not go in a water solution, or you mentioned dry/soiled in a basket? Wouldn't you worry about the smell?

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Janette! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@AcornHillHomestead]

Beth W I dont use for fecal at this time.. that might change. Lets just say there are better times than others to use this method for fecal and so I would anticipate a need for some TP. If that changes, I would certainly use the method outlined in this video. My laundry is right around the corner from our bathrooms. In fact the laundry room is nicely kept/decorated as it is used as our main entrance off the driveway. When I am done using a DRY cloth for urine, it immediately goes on top of the laundry. My laundry is typically not piled up because as soon as it peeks over the antique basket, its time to put a load in. I do use washing soda (we don’t use bleach bc we have a septic) along with a gentle detergent in warm water as we have sort of hard well water and it keeps whites white without bleach. There is never ever an odor. Not even in humid weather whereas wet cloths could get smelly. The home made cloths don’t get near as wet as you would think. They also seem to dry out fast. In spring, summer and fall I even hang these out to dry 1/2 the time as the sun is a natural sanitizer. I have experienced zero downsides. On the odd occasion when l laundry peeks over the basket, I toss a cute cotton cloth to pretty up the look. No-one suspects a thing! 😉. I will say in times where you might have a cold or flu and find you are urinating more often, you’ll want to have lots of these on hand. I use a lingerie bag to launder the cloths in.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@AcornHillHomestead Hi Janette! Thanks for watching and sharing!! Excellent tips for others to try! :)

[@winsomelorainepeter6773]

Thank you so much Judi! This video is most appreciated. We need all the help we can get during this time of crisis, especially a toilet paper crisis! This is a great idea and makes sense. Back in those days, babies used to wear cloth diapers and they were washed out properly and reused. We need to get back to looking at alternatives and this is a very good way of saving on toilet paper and using when there is no toilet paper available in the stores. As long they are soaked and thoroughly washed, its perfectly safe to use.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi! You're welcome, and thank YOU for watching and commenting! It's very much appreciated. Take care :)

[@FOXYPEACH2]

Take squeeze type empty shampoo or conditioner bottle. Fill with water and a few drops of liquid soap. Wonderful little bidet! Keep next to toilet and make one for each family member!!! Been doing this as a helper tool for a few years!! CLEANER than plain paper!!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@tikacalifornia7876]

I use a "poor man's bidet" by recycling dish-washing bottles or other plastic bottles like mustard or ketchup. What you are looking for is anything that will squirt water. After cleaning them thoroughly, fill them with water or water with a little vinegar or witch hazel and use this to spray/rinse the area. Then the cloth wipes become drying towels, and very little, if any, fecal material is on the wipes. I further mitigate any smell or other unpleasant thing by rinsing/pre cleaning anything remaining by pre-washing with the soap and water that I use to wash my hands anyway. This more than doubles hand washing time ,and that is actually a very good thing. I use similar cotton muslin cloths to dry after urinating. In all, I have reduced my toilet paper usage by a significant amount.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Great tips! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@nancycrayton2738]

Thank you for this! What a timely subject. For those us old enough to have dealt with cloth diapers - this is just bringing up practical information we should have remembered but maybe have forgotten over the decades. Thank you!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome Nancy! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@conniebauer4128]

I've been to many stores countless times in the past month and have not been able to find even one single roll of tp. But all my friends seem to get lucky and get some, but they never suggest sharing some with me. Thanks for the info here.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Connie! Thanks for watching and sharing. Best wishes to you and yours :)

[@beckytinsley3688]

Good description on how to use cloth wipes. I used cloth diapers so it makes perfect sense to me. Also, when I washed diapers, I emptied the diaper pail, with water, detergent and used diapers into the washer, I then put in spin cycle, then ran through a rinse cycle, then washed in regular wash cycle. Less handling of dirty diapers. And definitely rinse the solid soiled cloths in clean toilet.!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing your experiences, Becky! Good tip on using the washer to rinse the cloths! Take care :)

[@sharononeill8729]

It's just like doing cloth nappys when the kids were babies,can't believe the bulk buying of loo rolls.Madness.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Sharon! Agreed...agreed...AGREED! It is madness. But this will work in place of the paper :)

[@tharp769]

I was blessed, with what I considered a sort of "gag gift" at the time(a yr ago)...a bidet!! It remained in the box, in my closet until recently. My son installed it in the main guest bathroom, for all to access.😁We are glad to have now! Just stumbled across your channel. This is very sensible advice. I too recall using cloth diapers as a young mother. And...mankind hasn't always had the luxury of disposable tp. New subbie. Ty for this video.❤

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi! Thanks for watching, commenting AND subscribing!! Oh how we ALL wish we had a bidet right now!! Lucky you!! Take care :)

[@claireryan8074]

Excellent video! I would just like to add that if you get a squeeze bottle that squirts water you can rinse a lot of the poop off your tush before wiping. Much cleaner!!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

AGREED!!! Thanks for watching and sharing the tip, Claire!! Take care :)

[@lindaisaac8119]

very timely and good ideas. I have been telling my husband that toilet paper would be the last of our worries. Old flannel sheets cut to size, old flannel shirts. Put in bucket with lid, pre-wash, then wash and you are good to go.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You bet! Simple. Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@love2loveu636]

Tell them Ms. Judi. Old school survival love. Thanks for the video for those who didn’t know. Be safe and God Bless You! Hugs

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thank you for watching, commenting, AND for your very kind words! I DO appreciate it. Blessings to you and yours also :)

[@carolechoff9979]

I was from Arkansas now I live in North Carolina but I don’t rush out buy up every roll that was on the shelves. Me I got five yds of I bleached Muslin and if I need to I will cut that up. Great tip for no tp!! So I’m also seeing up napkins to. I’m southern girl all the way!! Make it or hunt it and know how to cook traditional foods.just want to say everyone stay safe everywhere

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Carol! Thanks for watching and sharing your experience! Good for you...getting the muslin cloth! That's a great way to handle the bathroom situation. Pass the word! Take care :)

[@shivakat2297]

Born and raised in Wilmington,NC! We will do what we have to "and know how to " survive. Take good care neighbor.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@shivakat2297 That's something to be proud of! I'm doing my best to take care...you and yours do the same (I'm sure you will!) :)

[@carpenterfamily6198]

Judi - thank you - You are the commonsense midwestern Mother, Aunt or Sister that we are all lucky to have. Your channel is a real service providing practical advise.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thank you so much for your kind words! That brings tears to my eyes because my goal at this point in life is simply to help others in any way I can. My best way to do that is through this channel. It's reassuring to know that you see it that way...helps me to know I'm moving in the right direction. I still see that elderly lady and her daughter going through the store wondering what to do from there (no toilet paper on the shelves). Who knows how many others are in the same boat? From what I'm gathering, this is a worldwide problem. Thanks for watching and sharing your comments. I DO appreciate it!! :)

[@altitudeiseverything3163]

Very sensible. 50 years ago no one would have needed this instruction, because everyone would have immediately thought to use the “cloth diaper” protocol! I’m sure you’ve helped a lot of nervous younger people with this video! 😅 A bidet attachment for the toilet would be another good option . . . if those weren’t out of stock, too.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

I think you're right on in your comments! A lot of (younger) people would not have thought of this method. Yes, a bidet attachment to the toilet is a great option. So is a portable bidet bottle. There are a number of ways to tackle the no TP problem! Maybe this will help a lot of people to "break that habit"! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@kathryncooper4001]

Because deforestation is a problem we're all going to have to recon with eventually, I switched to homemade, 2-ply, 8" flannel wipes years ago. I use them when I empty my bladder; for more extensive cleanups, I still use toilet paper. I keep a sealed plastic container next to the commode (no odor) and launder them regularly with the loads I routinely sanitize, anyway -- towels, skivvies, sheets, pajamas, etc. I use homemade laundry soap, and sanitize each load with oxygen bleach. Everything comes out perfectly clean, fresh and sweet-smelling. I believe they're more sanitary than paper, because they're more absorbent and don't fall apart in my hand. I also made flannel wipes for kitchen use -- a different weight and color, but the same size; they're washed and sanitized routinely with my dark loads. Those people who used to laugh at me aren't laughing now! I've saved a fortune, probably saved more than a few trees, and I don't worry about constant exposure to the toxic chemicals used in toilet paper production. Good for the earth, good for my health, good for my checkbook -- works for me!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Kathryn! Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts and tips on the subject of toilet paper and its use! Smart gal you are! Your method of using cloths and washing them is wonderful and I hope many people read about your care tips! Yes, I agree...those folks aren't laughing any more! They're probably asking you for advice! Thanks again and take care :)

[@altitudeiseverything3163]

I began that same process a couple of weeks ago, because our supply of TP may run out before stores are restocked. While I’m so careful to be environmentally responsible in most ways, I now realize how wasteful our TP usage is. This method cuts it by more than 50%! I plan to continue after this crisis is past. 👍 Very interested in your homemade laundry detergent recipe!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@altitudeiseverything3163 Hi Skiing! Thanks for watching and commenting! I too plan to continue doing without TP from now on. Why waste trees when we don't have to? I'm assuming you've seen my video on laundry detergent since you mentioned it. In case you haven't here's the link... kzbin.info/www/bejne/raewZoGeq75qjpo Take care! :)

[@dlited2]

Back in the late 60's I visited with friends who, while they did have indoor plumbing, water was quite expensive so it was only used over night. Daytime called for the outhouse and the good old Sears catalogue came in very handy.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Yes...shades of yesteryear! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@rachelrobinowitz6279]

Thank you so very much for this wonderful, sane, practical video. I feel empowered. I raised my two children on cloth diapers in the 70's and honestly, doing the 'swish in the toilet then put into bucket of water with bleach' method was not a big deal at all. I'm so thankful I grew up knowing how to do simple, practical things that many younger people have no clue about. When one is equipped with some knowledge, imagination, and learning to be more self-sufficient, it removes a lot of fear and brings calmness and even joy as we provide for our families during challenging times. Thank you again! From Rachel in Israel.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Rachel! Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts on this touchy subject! I truly appreciate your kind remarks and I'm glad this video was helpful to you. Share it with others that it might help them too! Thanks also for letting me know where you're at in the world. It's astounding to me to hear from viewers from literally around the world. It really touches me deeply, as my goal at this stage in life is to help others in whatever way I can. It brings tears to my eyes to know that I'm reaching people so far away. I'm blessed by your comments. Blessings in return to you and yours :)

[@SnowWhite1352]

Thank you. People don’t use cloth diapers any more or use a service. Thanks for the practical advice.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome! Thank YOU for watching and commenting :)

[@harrietlyall1991]

Excellent advice: if babies can use towelling, so can adults. My toilet is so configured that the bowl is next to the wash hand basin, so when I use the toilet, I fill up the basin with warm soapy water and, while sitting on the toilet, I wash my bottom with the soapy water and a soft sponge, just like using a bidet. I then dry myself carefully with a linen hand towel. Another method is to use pieces of newspaper, as they used to do during the War.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing your method!! Hey...it works, so GREAT!! Take care :)

[@Lirin1122]

Just be careful with the newspaper, the ink has metal fragments in it!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@Lirin1122 Thanks for watching and sharing!!

[@ninaflugel485]

Thank you Judy! Surely any of us Mamas have dealt w a lot worse, great idea, one in which I will use for my family if need be.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Nina! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@carilee49]

Thank you for doing that so graciously. I'm 70 and my sons were raised with cloth diapers. Your directions were so clear and correct. Thank you.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Carolyn! I appreciate your watching and also your kind comments. Do take care!! :)

[@princesskitu]

I live in SW Florida. I have been trying for a week to get toilet paper, paper towels, or flushable wipes. Nowhere to be found. We have gotten spoiled having easy access to toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates. I am in my late 50's and remember growing up when there was not a paper towel in the house. We used cloths that were washed like just about everyone else in the country. My children grew up with me using cloth diapers. Its crazy how dependent we have become on disposable items. It might sound gross to some but using cloths to wipe has been going on far longer than using flushable wipes! I just wish everyone would try to calm down and use their heads and be mindful and think of others instead of everyone having to be so greedy. Bad times really can bring out the worst in people. Thank you for a calm matter of fact video about something that many of us are experiencing.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're very welcome! Thank YOU for watching and for your kind, sensible comments. Yes...we all need to calm down. This frenzy is brought on by media hype, so it may be time to turn off the TV (or computer news outlets) and focus on family and other things for a while. I agree...we've all gotten far too used to disposable things that we can live without and that have really hurt our precious planet. It's time to take a giant leap backwards. Take care and stay well :)

[@bebetigre1252]

but back then there were not so many shit hole 3rd worlders bringing bugs,germs.

[@frantucker608]

It's a brave person that records a video like this for the benefit of others - good for you! I happen to have some TP right now, but if it runs out and I can't get more, I'll know just what to do, thanks!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Fran! Like I mentioned in the video, I was inspired to record the video based on the elderly woman and her daughter that I witnessed at the store. They were lost on what to do next. I doubt they have seen the video, but I'm sure there were many others out there with the same confusion. Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@dianegentile9460]

Great info. This is what I used to do with cloth baby diapers before putting them into the diaper pail. Not difficult to do. We all need to get back to basics, stop complaining, come together and do whatever we can to overcome this VERY serious situation. Being without TP is not a big deal, but the virus is!!!! Thank you for your recommendations. Brings back memories. Many Moms did it and we all survived. Have a blessed day and stay safe.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and commenting, Diane! I was one of those moms who used cloth diapers. The disposables came about when my kids were little and I was forced to use the disposables when putting them in formal daycare. So, I remember both worlds. I agree...we need to take a giant leap backwards, and a long, slow deep breath to calm down over this mess. Thanks for the well wishes. You (and yours) too take care and God bless :)

[@josinora]

Thanks for the video. No toilette paper where i live close to Basel in Switzerland. No toilette paper in the world. People seems to love it. I use soft cloth pices cut in the size of toilette paper and wash it. Stay healthy everyone. Greetings from Switzerland .

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Josinora! Thanks for watching and especially for sharing how you deal with the bathroom situation! You're right...there seems to have been a worldwide "rush" on toilet paper. I appreciate your sharing what you use (especially with such a sensitive subject)! This will help others. God bless and take care :)

[@cindys2995]

Great idea! For the "solid matter" - I would try spritzing with a bottle of soapy water first, which would reduce what goes in the bucket. Thanks for sharing!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Great tip, Cindy! Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts! Take care :)

[@cindys2995]

@@JudiintheKitchen You're welcome. Good health to you and your loved ones! Thank you for sharing.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@cindys2995 You're welcome and thank YOU!

[@VoxUrania]

By coincidence, we put bidet sprayers on our toilets before the virus and are so grateful. Before that, I kept clean water in a squeeze bottle next to the toilet. The water helps wash away any soil. A little paper or cloth will dry off and you’re done. Glad you raised the subject. Thanks.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing, Sharon! I KNOW you're glad you installed those sprayers...for sure!!

[@peachstarks7]

Thank you for dealing with this rather desperate and unpleasant subject. I used cloth diapers for my babies. My youngest had very sensitive skin and no matter what I tried in cleansing her with, or applying topically, she continued having painful diaper rash. I even tried hanging them in the sun hoping the sun's rays would sanitize them. My doctor suggested boiling the diapers. Her diaper pail was a large enameled pail with a lid. I found boiling the diapers killed any bacteria but unless I continued to boil them after each use the diaper rash would come back. As long as I boiled them I didn't need to use any protective creams or lotions on her skin. If I remember correctly (I am 83), I rinsed the diapers in the washer, then washed them and gave them an extra rinse. Then boiled them I think for a minimum of 20 minutes ( probably longer) and then dumped them in the washer again, drained them and followed with a final rinse. The idea of using a potatoe masher sounds like a great idea. Also I have a hand wash "tool" that looks kind of like a small plunger used to unclog plumbing. It always bothered me finalizing the cleansing of the newly sterlized diapers by doing the last rinse in the unsterilized washing machine tub.Sadly, I have grandchildren living with me that I think would have a fit if I approached them with this method of dealing with our lack of t.p. crisis

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing your story! Wow...that was a lot of washing with your sensitive skin baby. We always do what we must, tho. Take care!! :)

[@joycepollitt7825]

I been using flannel squares I sewed, but just for pee since 2017. I have saved so much money, I use wet wipe for number 2, then dry off. Good video.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Joyce! That's a fabulous tip! Flannel would be wonderful...soft and absorbent :) Thanks for watching and sharing!!

[@lunacadence6050]

I always helped my big sister take care of her 6 children. There were no disposable diapers then. I learned how to wash out dirty diapers in the toilet and then put them in the diaper pail. It was a fact of life and we were always washing and folding the cloth diapers. Nothing to it. Today’s youngers have no idea how to deal with most everything. I grew up in a different world.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're right, Pamela. I too remember using cloth diapers with my two children. Most mothers today have never used cloth diapers and wouldn't dream of it. Well, we just may need to take a giant leap backwards! Just think of the trees we'll save (without using toilet paper)! Thanks for watching and commenting! Best wishes :)

[@xzaviayifu3581]

When my son was a baby we used cloth nappies and i made cloth baby wipes. At that point we were quite poor so we adults also started using this system that Judi mentioned, after all it wasn't that much more effort from what we were already doing. I have been following information on Covid 19 since January so I suspected lock downs would happen. Whilst we did stock up a bit on toilet paper in January, we also decided to invest in a nappy pail at the same time. However, in these circumstances since there are no more cloth nappies we have chosen to save the toilet paper for the solids and use the dry wipes (flannel works best!) for the wee. Honestly, just as we had before, we feel cleaner. The dry pail method for dry wipe useage is easy and doesn't smell until you place the cloths into your washing machine and even then not all that much. We wipe the pail down after each use with baby wipes which we keep on hand for many uses around the house. We are now using 70% less toilet paper than before and don't have to deal with any poo. It's really very easy and not nearly as gross as one would think, and you may like how much softer it feels and how much cleaner you feel, give it a try!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thank you for watching and sharing on this sensitive subject!! Best wishes :)

[@lesliehunt2117]

Bravo, I have told people the same thing. Thanks for your video. Old cotton socks also come to mind as a possibility

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Yes, old socks are another thing to use when in a pinch! A number of people have mentioned using socks. Why not? Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@maryrichardskallman]

At the beginning of tp hoarding, I bought a pack of microfiber cloths with this approach in mind.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Great for you!!! Smart thinking! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@jaydee9393]

Thank u Judi 🙏🙏🙏 Zero waist adult wipes 👍👍👍

[@JudiintheKitchen]

That's exactly what they are! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@lisar317]

Thank you so much for this idea Judy. My mother is 95 years old. I asked her what they used for toilet paper when she was a child. She said they kept a Sears & Roebuck catalog (which was very thick) in the outhouse. When you had to go #2, you would just tear a page out of the catalog and wipe yourself clean. LOL! Of course they didn't need to worry about flushing.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Yes...MANY people have mentioned the Sears catalog! And I'm old enough to remember having them around the house when I was young (not for bathroom purposes, but for ordering items from Sears). Some people are picking up that method, once again. Thanks for watching and sharing! Take care :)

[@crpsaiyan]

My mother told me that she used newspaper. It was all they had.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@crpsaiyan Many people did that way back when. And old sales catalogs too. When in a pinch, we learn to make do with what we have...so people are learning today too. Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@JB-re6lx]

Am in Australia and using the cloth method for urine. Certainly saves a lot of toilet paper!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Yes, it will! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@gracehug777]

That's what we used to do with our cloth diapers We would flush the toilet and stick the diaper in the toilet while it was flushing and rinse the poo poo diaper, then stick it on the diaper pail!. Thank you for your help/reminder.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Grace! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@priscillabohn4621]

My daughter in law is awesome she made feminine pads from cloth uses cloth diapers makes clothes soap has 4 children 2- 9 yrs. old. and made fabric t.p. she has dryer balls. They are very minimalist. I use cloth napkins. Yes we as a society is very spoiled. My mom and Dad were teens in the depression.I used cloth diapers and used wash cloths in a sandwich bag wet when my boys had a mess on the road and used small bags for their diapers

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Priscilla! Thanks for watching and sharing! I appreciate the minimalist approach...We should ALL move in that direction!! Take care :)

[@ezorro5920]

Those are great green solutions Judy. You can also use baby wipes, which may still be available in stores and/or soft tissues. However, both of these should NOT be flushed, because they can clog the toilet (even the wipes that claim to be flushable should not be flushed and they should be disposed of in the trash).

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi eZorro! Thanks for watching and sharing your tips!! Much appreciated :)

[@anniefreiler1593]

I found an easy solution this week - Coffee Filters. They are as thin as Scottie toilet paper, and soft enough.

[@grahamkemp1610]

annie freiler z, very expensive solution. Wash with water using a small jug and wipe with a cloth square.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing! Yes, as per Graham Kemp commented, coffee filters would be very expensive to use. But, it if works well for you, then go for it :)

[@sherrieash9852]

But they can't be flushed.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@sherrieash9852 Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@sparkledaimnod]

I was raised in the country 83 years ago. We used the Sears catalog, just rub it together until it is softer and there you go. It's not t.p. but it works.

[@beautyRest1]

I would not put that in a toilet, it can’ clog up

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing!!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@beautyRest1 I wouldn't put any of these items in the toilet...not even small cloths because anything other than "waste" and toilet paper would clog the toilet. Hence, the need for a receptacle in the bathroom. Thanks for watching and sharing! :)

[@butterflylove2642]

You are so smart, Judi!! 👏👏👏 God bless you & your family!!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Butterfly Love! Thanks for watching and commenting! (AND for the compliment!) I don't know about smart...just practical! Bless you and yours too :)

[@abc78920]

My grandma and mom told me they used cloth diapers on us when we were little. Unfortunately my grandma and mom are deceased. But if memory serves me correctly, my mom briefly used clothe diapers on my little sister when they ran out of money. I think my mom used boiling hot water to clean the diapers. I am going to do this too! Thanks for posting!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Mina! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@kathleenroman9379]

I never understood the TP panic, but yours is the voice of reason! TYTY!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Kathleen! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@thetourminator]

I live in Utah. Of all states, it has the highest % increase of supermarket shopping (recent weeks compared to same period one year ago). The % increase is way off the charts here in March 2020. Thanks for the video....if I run out, I'll put the idea to use.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi! You're welcome for the video. The idea was to help those who were in immediate need of TP and needed some help/ideas on what to do next. Hence, the video. Thanks for the input on Utah. I hope you weren't affected by the earthquake! My heart goes out to anyone who was affected, especially on top of everything else that's going on in the world. Thanks for watching and sharing. Take care :)

[@donnaarmstrong1193]

Yes! Thank you. I used cloth diapers and kept a hairbrush just for the task of cleaning the soiled cloths. A little Irish Spring on the brush, dunk the cloth and scrub. Wash them in your machine using vinegar in the rinse, too; they come out clean and soft!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing, Donna!

[@milagrosmogro49]

Water and soap, what else you need? I remember when they used to put those Pampers, made out of white cotton fabric, I remember, and the babies never had a rash or being allergic to the material. Ok I'm a female, and I've learned the hard way. When I used the toilet not number 2 lol. But when we pee, well I used to use wipes, not anymore, because every time I use it, I end up in the hospital, with an UTI infection. now just water, hey my primary told me is the best, no soap inside you know were!!!!! Just water that's it. And number two soap and water. thank you, I hope I didn't grose anyone lol. Please don't judge me!!!!!!!!! lol. MILAGROS MOGRO FROM FL.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing your tip! :)

[@dorisgreen9074]

I totally agree. Old sheets are great as well.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Doris! Thanks for watching, commenting and sharing another tip!! Take care :)

[@jo-annjewett198]

We hooked up two bidets from Amazon. About $38 each. Takes off the worst before wiping. I did the dunk the dirty diaper in the toilet for years. Also buying the blue and pink all purpose cleaning cloths, you know the ones with the zigzag pattern, just cut in half. I used these for baby wipes before baby wipes could be purchased. They wash and dry easily. There used to be a diaper pail solution we put the used diapers into. It completely eliminated any smell but I think I would stick with bleach and some homemade laundry detergent. Regardless I always would wash separately just because it grosses me out lol

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Jo-Ann! Thanks for the GREAT input on the topic of no toilet paper! I appreciate the tips...especially the cleaning cloths (zigzag pattern)...didn't think of that one! Thanks for watching and sharing. :)

[@tinamarieedwards1234]

I was a premature baby. My grandmother cut my cloth diapers in half. When my baby brother was born. I remember my mom and grandmother using borax in the diaper pail.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@tinamarieedwards1234 Thanks for watching and sharing, Tina! I DO appreciate it. Great tip!!! :)

[@Carol-tq1fb]

Use an old bucket and when ready, use a plunger to rinse. Then with your gloves take down to your washer and wash them up. We always had cloth diapers and a diaper pail next to the toilet to put in the used diapers until ready to wash. It works. This kind lady has good advice, thank you for this video!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thank YOU, Carol, for watching and commenting on this video! I do appreciate your kind words. Take care :)

[@rookmaster7502]

Great advice! When we look at the history of toilet paper, its common use hasn't been around for all that long. People got by without toilet paper just fine for countless centuries. The ancient Romans for example, often used a sponge and bucket of salt water.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing! It's interesting how the ancient Romans cleaned themselves! Take care :)

[@Bunkysworkshop]

I’m just happy we have bidet’s in our bathrooms. Wash-n-dry yes indeed. 👍

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Many people will be reverting to them, for sure! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@mjennings2859]

First of all people today are not mindful of others, it’s an every man for himself world which is why we are going through this. Thank you for this video, we had an outhouse and a slop jar in the house at night filled with original Lysol concentrate and washed them in a washing machine with the turn handle wringer, so kudos to you. And thank you for the old memories

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing on this touchy subject! Take care :)

[@sarahdeason493]

Great suggestions ... You handled an unpleasant subject in a commendable manner . You are awesome !

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thank you, Sarah! I appreciate your watching and kind comments! Take care :)

[@kimkoogle1262]

Off specific topic, but maybe helpful. I cut up some old washcloths and put them in a container with grain alcohol (Everclear from the liquor store) for chemical-free hand sanitizers to carry in my car.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

GREAT tip!! Thanks for watching and sharing your idea!!!!!

[@johnclark546]

Thank you for reminding us what our ancestors had to do for hygiene including sanitary napkins. We can survive this!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Yes, we can survive this! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@ramonahuguley8968]

Thank you for your suggestion. I will take your kind advice. Have a great day and God bless you

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and commenting, Ramona! I'm glad this video was helpful to you. Blessings to you and yours also :)

[@shivakat2297]

Find a small plastic bottle-fill with warm water and drop of shower gel or liquid soap. Shake it up. Squirt clean your self first and then use your home made cloth. You won't have "stuff" on your wipe!

[@maryfeist8080]

Yes, homemade bidet!!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@maryfeist8080 GREAT idea!! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@JudiintheKitchen]

GREAT idea!! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@beau5977]

Water and soap is 100% better than toilet paper. You will feel "I feel good"😄😁 👍

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@beau5977 YOU BET!!! Thanks for watching and sharing. Take care :)

[@ravenwildspirit]

Good job Judy... I think there are so many here who never dealt with cloth diapers or even heard of them (our new disposable waste world)... Just want to add that it's also sad to me we think of our bodies natural processes as "gross"... Food in, food out.. just gets composted along the way... And we all have same functions. Oh well, that's for another time. Thanks for serving up something sensible that aids the planet.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome! Thank YOU for watching and for your kind comments! Take care :)

[@Sarahlikestohike]

Yep! That daily feeling of relief is something that I think most people don't notice or appreciate enough, unless something goes wrong and they can't get that relief. Personally, I give thanks every morning for the ability to do my business. Like you said, what comes out is still food, it's just plant food instead of people food. Compost it for a year and then it's safe to use as fertilizer, and then you eat the crops and the cycle continues.

[@WVPreparedMind]

Great video! Yep that was the process for cloth diapers. People freak out because it’s adult waste. Most babies have real people waste prior to potty training. So suck it up folks. It’s a real life event. Thanks for braving it out and offing this info to those that have never used cloth diapers! Much Love and many prayers. I’ll send my subs to watch and hopefully sub to you! 💙💛🙏

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and commenting AND for sending viewers! Much appreciated!! Take care :)

[@victoriacheramie946]

Thank you so much for the reminder that it is already in my house and I don't need to buy something fancy! I've been using cloth feminine materials for a couple years now and it's great! Yes maybe i will invest in a good quality bidet but i dont need to impulse buy just because I am bored

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Boredom buying CAN easily happen right now (I'm guilty!). Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@alkalineandorganic]

Ohhh myyyy Judi, great idea, you made my day 🤣!!! LOL thank you so much !!! 🙏😘

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Leila! I'm glad this helped you!! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@buckeyedav1]

I did this a long time ago but got away from it. As this Corona Virus started out and seeing the pre panic buying I bought 3 used flannel sheets from the thrift store along with some flannel pillow cases. I cut them up, sewed them fabric side in on 3 sides, flipped it inside out (you'll have a little pouch bag, turned the remaining material under and sewed the last side up. I have been using them for over 6 weeks now for #1 as we do still have toilet paper that I had bought before hand ( No we didn't hoard I just usually keep at least 2 twelve packs in stock) so we had at least 3 twelve packs starting out. I keep freezer bags by the toilet and as I use I put them in that gallon freezer bag till it's full and put in the washer with baking soda and detergent. If doing number 2 I'd probably use a seperate bag and just wash with detergent, baking soda and bleach in hot water cycle. This is actually a "Thing" with the younger generation now and it is certainly a better choice for our environment. Anna In Ohio

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing, Anna! There are many ways to get by without TP, so I do appreciate your ideas!! It will help others. Take care :)

[@1stGeorgiaGirl]

Toilet paper is and remains sold out at our stores since this panic started. Coffee Filters work in a pinch. Just don't flush them.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing! Take care :)

[@FreeRadical7118]

This a problem that many will contend with, and I'm glad you've brought it up. I have enough bathroom tissue to see me through the next six months IF I use it only for stool. I want to be able to flush solid body waste wipes down the toilet. I also have never in my life darned a sock, so I've got decades worth of single socks for which there is no partner. The tops are soft enough, so I've cut them off, and if they're long enough tops, they can be cut in two pieces. Plenty thick enough to keep your hands from the urine, and I have a scrub bucket I keep filled with Oxi-Clean for their pre-soak. Then I can easily put them in a mesh bag, toss them in my washer, and voila! In the meantime, I keep hoping I'll find a store shelf not yet emptied of bathroom tissue, but I'm not in panic mode yet. I just planned ahead, but I don't know if it's ahead enough!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing!! Excellent tips!! :)

[@margespenst]

Yes it’s a very good idea. I have already done it. Thanks

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing! I appreciate your kind words. Take care :)

[@coolcutsgal2]

My friend bought a old farm house in South Georgia about 6 yrs ago. She cut up & used her husband's old tee shirts. Perfect 👍! She said she cut them into palm sized squares.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

That sounds like about the right size! Good for your friend...I'm sure she's smiling all the way to the store right now! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@learningtolive3408]

Thanks, Judy! You are a delight. This was helpful information in times like this.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi! I'm glad this was helpful to you! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@Charity1277]

Another lady posted something like this.and I thought it was great.this is what the pioneers did.they just used whatever they had.thank you for being creative.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome, Emilie! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@sherricooley2572]

Pioneers, not hardly? Disposable diapers haven’t been around that long. Johnson & Johnson introduced disposable diapers in 1948. Pampers hit the market in 1961. A lot of mothers continued to use cloth diapers for some time due to cost, or other reasons. Do young people not ever speak to their elders?

[@sherricooley2572]

Thank you so much for educating our youth and reminding some of the rest of us how things used to be. Our society has gotten so spoiled with the conveniences that they can not problem solve simple problems. I truly am concerned by some of the comments I have read in other social media posts regarding our current situation. We better hope the corona virus spares some of the older generation because we have our work cut out for us educating some of the younger folks.

[@topgear6954]

Both my daughters were born 1981 and 1982 ,I used cloth nappies for about four years,rinsed them in toilet then bucket with steriliser, then ide of bath and scrubbed with a scrubbing brush wrung them out and hung them over anything to dry,no washing machine, lived in a flat,did,nt kill me.

[@kathyfann]

Thank You so much yes you are write we appreciate any tips you have. God Bless You

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thank you Kathy, for you very kind words! I DO appreciate that, and also thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Bless you and yours, and stay well!! :)

[@rodwilwin1]

Hey, you gotta do what you gotta do. I remember back in the early 70s in Puerto Rico I visited my mother's aunt & uncle and they lived way up in the mountains. there were no bathrooms. they had what was called latrines. When I had to use the latrine I had to mount a box with a deep hole and they had no toilet paper. I was taught to use leaves to clean myself🤣after some practice I became a pro. thanks for sharing your idea.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome! Thank YOU for watching and sharing that story! Interesting :)

[@cherylmiller8987]

LOL I forgot I did years of cloth diapers, just rinsing them in the toilet before putting them through 4 cycles and nobody I know used gloves, we just didn't think about it!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Agreed!! I did the same many years back. Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@vixxcottage]

Great ideas! I always keep a well stocked pantry so have plenty of TP. If it runs out there are leaves outside. As long as its not poison ivy I will be ok. I was raised to make do with what you have

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Vicki! Thanks for watching and sharing! My mother once said to me "Make what you have work for you." Those words have been repeated in my mind many times over the years since she said that. How true. We all need to remember such words, just like you were raised to make do with what you have. Same principle. Take care and thanks for commenting :)

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@Gina Williams GREAT point! Why not? Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@KingArthurEagle]

Before switching to disposal diapers we used to put the diaper in a diaper pail while changing the baby, then when done we'd go to the toiler, grab a dirty diaper and while holding it firmly, flush the toiler and put the diaper in the flushing water and rinse off the baby poop. Then the "cleaned" diaper went into another bucket that went into the laundry later.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing, Wayne! Take care :)

[@Dirtbug473]

Oh man o man...I did that for my children. We considered disposables a luxury, just for traveling.

[@pbjsilverstudio4882]

I remember doing that with my own son’s diapers! I couldn’t afford disposables so I used cloth. When I didn’t even have money for the laundry mat, I washed them in the bathtub in hot soapy, bleach water. I would end up with blisters all over the pads of my fingers and palms of my hands from all the scrubbing and wringing out. Man those were tough times. My life is very different now and I am so blessed to not have forgotten where I came from and how far I’ve come. If need be, I can had wash again!

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@pbjsilverstudio4882 You bet...we'll do what we must to survive! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@Dirtbug473 I can relate...as disposable diapers came about when my kids were babies. I used both cloth at home and disposables whenever they were in formal daycare (they wouldn't accept cloth diapers...understandable). Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@galechicago325]

Orange County, California... My husband went to the Safeway this week and came home with the first package of TP I’ve seen in a month! My hero! Of course it was store brand and not much on each roll, but it was a wonderful thing to see.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

I didn't know there was any left in the world! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@doghairdontcarelindaniel7531]

I walked into small store 2days ago and to my surprise, one 24 pk of TP on the shelf. I expected lights to start flashing, glitter falling from the ceiling as I scooped it into my arms an rushed to the check out!!! But really, I had 4 rolls left but was hoping to find some but was not out looking for it. Anyhoo I left that pkg of TP sitting out couple days just to admire my find before I put them away.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@doghairdontcarelindaniel7531 Bingo! You won the prize for the month!! Thanks for watching and sharing. At least SOMEBODY found some! :)

[@titainsiangslifeinthephili7847]

I will definitely try this even though we have ample supply of toilet papers in the grocery stores here in the Philippines. I will use it for no. 1 only, no. 2 is definitely a tp. It's a way to save money. Thanks for sharing.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi! Thank you for watching, commenting, and sharing your thoughts about this way to cut use of toilet paper. I agree...even if this method is used only for "No. 1" it will save money AND trees! I'm glad you found this to be helpful. Take care and stay well :)

[@titainsiangslifeinthephili7847]

Thanks again Ms.Judi. Take care and stay well too. God bless u.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@titainsiangslifeinthephili7847 You're welcome, and thank you for the well wishes :)

[@pinkrainbowkennelz1640]

I'm on the next flight to the Philippines to get some toilet paper!!!!! 😜 okay okay I lied I'll just stick 2 plan b

[@pinkrainbowkennelz1640]

Thank you for addressing the haters that act like they can't talk about this topic because everybody gotta wipe!! amen🙏

[@binghellwagner7623]

Thanks thats a good tip .. Water can also be use to wash the after with soap then WASH HANDS THOROUGHLY ..

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Great tip! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@nicoleshupe2313]

I am actually experimenting this week with using old wash rags. This Wednesday will be exactly one week that I started this experiment. I wanted my daughter to do this with me but she said no way she was using toilet paper (she’s not the one buying it🙄). I just want to kind of see how much I can save by not using the toilet paper if I don’t have to. And I’m sure at some point we will run out and may not be able to find any at the store.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Nicole! Thanks for watching and sharing! We will all probably need a Plan B at some point. When needed, your daughter will convert...she'll have to!

[@planecrazyish]

Great advice Ma'am. Beats complaining about not having TP. Done correctly as you have described, it's a perfectly good solution.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thank YOU for watching and your kind comments! Take care :)

[@dixieh5555]

I remember doing this with cloth diapers when I was babysitting as a teen. Like you say it's not that bad. !

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Dixie! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts on this touchy subject!! Take care :)

[@patriciaburchwell5415]

Very good 👍 my mom told me the same thing 😁 nice of you to share your wisdom we're all in this together God Bless everyone 🙏 and be safe

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing, Patricia! Blessings to you and yours also :)

[@MzJust1girl]

Judi, thanks for this video. So many of the younger generation have no idea what to do. How could they? They are too many generations removed from the pioneer days.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Agreed! Thank YOU for watching and commenting :)

[@jennyt7612]

Thank you so much for this clear & helpful description of alternatives to toilet paper. I mostly used cloth nappies (I know in the States you call them diapers) for my babies - could not afford disposable ones. I think many people are reluctant to try other methods in the current TP shortage because they are not wanting to deal with the poo. I like your ideas & have just bought two packs of cheap, soft baby washcloths ($3 pack of 10). Will keep them by the toilet in a small basket or container then do as you suggest & have the lidded bucket with solution ready for soaking prior to machine washing. Isn't it amazing that we are all having these adjustments to make wherever we live - best wishes from Sydney, Australia. I have also just subscribed to your channel.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Jenny! Thanks for watching, sharing, and subscribing! I DO appreciate it, and I'm glad this video helped you! Thanks also for letting me know where you are in the world. It's truly touching to me when I hear from people so far away. The internet is a fascinating tool we can use to reach people. I'm always amazed when I hear from folks so far away. Take care and blessings to you and yours :)

[@swissmade1497]

Thank you for your bravery

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome! After what I witnessed at the store, I felt I HAD to do something to try to help! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@joycepollitt7825]

Great idea I love family cloths. T shirts squares, bandanas, instead of paper towel! I cut up t shirts and use as tissues. I also use white vinegar.

[@joycepollitt7825]

Also for women, there are cloth pads, use snaps or Velcro to loop around the underwear crotch.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Joyce! Wonderful!! I'm glad to hear you're already in the "tree-saving" mode! Keep up the good work. Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@JudiintheKitchen]

@@joycepollitt7825 Great tip!! Thanks for sharing :)

[@joycepollitt7825]

I sew 5x5 flannel squares for pee wipes, I have saved so much money in the last couple years. I do use flushable s for bowel movement.

[@elroy8272]

Auto dept had cloth and paper rags. Kleenex. Coffee filters. Wet Viva towels. Sporting dept has camper and hiking compressed wipes. 2 water squirt bottles...one is warm soapy water and one clear water for rinse. Remember when grandpas out house had catalog...but rough up between hands to soften first...toss in lined can with lid. Best of luck

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Thanks for watching and sharing the tips! Take care :)

[@lifeinmyemptynest]

I bought flannel to use, also to use as tissue. I used flannel squares to wipe my kids noses when they were little. No red sore noses 😊

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Diane! Thanks for watching and sharing! Yes...I've been experimenting with "homemade facial tissues" and have found that flannel is probably the best fabric to use!! Smart mamma you are!! Take care :)

[@joycejohnson7640]

That's what I did for my 2 children. I didn't have the money to buy disposable diapers, and my one daughter got terrible rash when I tried them once. Just soaked the cloth diapers until ready to wash them. To bad people don't still use them.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Joyce! Thanks for watching and commenting! I believe there are SOME people who still use cloth diapers, but of course they are the moms who are at home with their babies. No formal daycare center would accept them. But I agree...it's time we all take a giant leap backwards and reexamine some of the "old ways" of doing things. We may be better off. Take care :)

[@farshimelt]

In Asia, they connect a hose with a nozzle to the valve, between the valve and toilet intake. Spray yourself clean and use a cloth to dry. Cheap solution, you don't need a bidet.

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Excellent! We should do more of that in America. Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@t.wil.9646]

I thank you for telling people this. I just CAN'T believe there are people that need to be told! LOL

[@JudiintheKitchen]

Hi Tommy! Yes, there are plenty of people around the world (literally) who are actually fighting over toilet paper. It's time we all took a giant leap backwards and try a different "approach" to cleaning ourselves. Thanks for watching and commenting! Take care :)

[@acajudi100]

You are so correct. Thank you.😊💕❤️💯🇺🇸

[@JudiintheKitchen]

You're welcome! Thank YOU for watching and commenting. Take care :)