As a mother of over five years, I recently encountered a rather unexpected experience: I found myself unknowingly carrying a bag containing a rather unpleasant surprise. Yes, a sizeable turd wrapped in a plastic bag—like a kitten snug in a basket.
The Potty Training Journey
You might wonder how such a ridiculous situation unfolded. Let’s start with the facts: my youngest is currently in the midst of potty training. To be honest, my approach is a bit haphazard—mostly involving a lot of cleaning and a few choice words. My son, eager to wear underwear at all times, has made this process interesting. I had assumed the standard procedure was to dispose of any poop found in clothing promptly. After all, you don’t leave a turd to fester in cotton underwear like a primitive being. You simply must get rid of it.
A Lesson Learned
However, I learned that what I thought was common sense is actually a personal choice among caregivers. My little guy had an accident at preschool yesterday, and while his teacher kindly texted me to say he was cleaned up and fine, she neglected to mention that she sealed his soiled clothes—and the accompanying surprise—in a plastic bag without any prior warning.
When I arrived to pick him up, I spotted the unmistakable shopping bag hanging from his cubby. Assuming it contained just the soiled underwear, I thought little of it. After all, accidents happen, and my washing machine has a toddler setting—no big deal. My son insisted on carrying the bag, and after a brief standoff, I relented, thinking it would be a short trip home.
The Shocking Revelation
Upon arriving home, with dinner on my mind, I decided to tackle the bag’s contents first. As I untied the bag, ready to reveal what I believed was merely dirty underwear, I was met with the shocking sight of a large turd embedded in the Paw Patrol briefs. My mind raced as I dashed outside to the dumpster, tossing the whole mess without a second thought. There was no way I was going to attempt to remove a turd from a pair of pants worth two dollars—not a chance.
A Friendly Reminder
So, to all caregivers out there, a friendly reminder: always dispose of the turd. Or at least give the parents a heads-up—“Hey, just so you know, there’s a little surprise in that bag.” It’s just common courtesy. I couldn’t have been more blindsided if I found that bag flaming on my doorstep.
Since penning this, I’ve discovered that daycare and preschool staff are required to send home both the mess and the clothing due to sanitation regulations, which I understand. Nevertheless, I still advocate for the practice of turd disposal.
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Conclusion
In summary, navigating the challenges of parenting can lead to some truly unexpected moments. Always be prepared for the unexpected, and don’t hesitate to communicate openly with your child’s caregivers about the best practices for handling accidents.